Episode description
Episode description
Welcome to Season 3, Episode 7 of "Future Pathways: Superintendents Unplugged."Sponsored by a champion of schools, school leaders, teachers and employees - SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union - we have a very special and powerful episode featuring three incredible women leaders in education: Dr. Leighangela Brady the Superintendent of the National School District, Dr. Kristin Baranski, the Superintendent of the Santee School District, and Dr. Lisbeth Johnson, the revered former Superintendent of the Santee School District.
Here's a summary of the great conversation:
Guest Introductions and Backgrounds
- Drew Schlosberg asks the guests about their tenures and previous roles.
- Dr. Leighangela Brady shares her nine-year tenure at National School District and her previous roles in Encinitas Union School District and Santee.
- Dr. Lisbeth Johnson discusses her 10-year tenure at Santee, her previous roles in Walnut School District, Cajon Valley School District, and South Bay Union School District.
- Dr. Kristen Baranski talks about her 26-year involvement with Santee, starting as a teacher and vice principal, and her current eight-year tenure as Superintendent.
- Drew and the guests discuss the importance of mentorship in their careers.
- Dr. Johnson shares her experience with her mentor, Dr. Ron Hockwalt, and the impact of his guidance on her leadership style.
- Dr. Brady credits Dr. Lizbeth Johnson as her first mentor in Santee, highlighting the trust and relationship-building aspects of their mentorship.
- Dr. Baranski emphasizes the role of mentorship in her career, particularly from Dr. Lisbeth Johnson, and how it has shaped her leadership approach.
- The guests discuss the challenges facing teachers, students, and parents, including the impact of technology, mental health, and political divisions.
- Dr. Johnson highlights the need for effective communication and problem-solving skills in today's technological age.
- Dr. Baranski addresses the mental health needs of students and teachers, emphasizing the importance of play-based learning and communication skills.
- Dr. Brady discusses the challenges of navigating a divided political environment and teaching students to communicate despite differing viewpoints.
- Dr. Johnson shares her current role as a consultant and interim vice president of corporate work study at a school, emphasizing her commitment to the mission of education.
- The guests reflect on the importance of mentorship and the ongoing support they provide to each other and their communities.
- Drew thanks the guests for their time and contributions, highlighting the positive impact they have on their students, parents, and the broader community.
- The show concludes with a reminder of the collaboration between Cloudcast Media, the Classroom of the Future Foundation, the Center for Educational Innovation, and Schools First Federal Credit Union.
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The Presenting Sponsor for Season 3 of Future Pathways: Superintendents Unplugged is Schools First Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California serving school employees and their families since 1934. Please learn more about Schools First Federal Credit Union by visiting https://www.schoolsfirstfcu.org/