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WEP 232: Recalibrate Your Culture, An Interview with Jimmy Casas

Focus: Building a Positive School Culture: Insights from Jimmy Casas' New Book

As the Wired Educator podcast reaches its 232nd episode, host Kelly Croy welcomes a special guest, Jimmy Casas, a renowned educator, speaker, and author of the newly-released book, Recalibrate the Culture. In their conversation, Jimmy discusses the importance of school culture in shaping the success of both students and staff and shares practical strategies for building a positive culture in any school setting.

If you're a school leader or educator who wants to create a positive school culture and improve your leadership skills, be sure to listen to Kelly Croy's interview of Jimmy Casas on The Wired Educator Podcast. You'll be inspired by Casas's passion and wisdom, and you'll come away with practical strategies that you can use to make a difference in your school.

Creating a positive school culture is more important than ever in today's educational climate, and Jimmy's book is a valuable resource for educators looking to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive environment for their students. He emphasizes the critical role of leadership in establishing and nurturing a positive culture, as well as the impact of technology on shaping school culture.

In addition to the insightful conversation with Jimmy, Kelly also announces that the Wired Educator Squad is looking for new members to join their team. If you're an educator passionate about technology in education, this is a great opportunity to get involved and contribute to the community. The squad is looking for individuals who can help host the #WiredWednesday chat on Twitter, write blog posts for the website, and assist with producing the podcast using GarageBand.

Speaking of speaking, Kelly shares his recent experiences as a keynote speaker at the NJECC conference and the World Education Summit, and his upcoming speaking engagement at the COSSBA Educational Conference. If you're interested in having Kelly speak at your school district, you can reach out to him directly.

Before wrapping up, Kelly reminds listeners about the #WiredWednesday Twitter chats, which take place every Wednesday night at 9PM Eastern. It's an excellent opportunity for educators to connect and share ideas about technology in education.

In conclusion, the Wired Educator podcast continues to provide valuable insights and resources for educators looking to improve their teaching practice. Jimmy Casas' new book, Recalibrate the Culture, is a must-read for anyone looking to build a positive school culture, and the Wired Educator Squad is an excellent way to get involved and contribute to the community. Thanks for tuning in, and let's get wired!

Keywords: education, school culture, positive culture, leadership, technology, #WiredWednesday, podcast, Jimmy Casas, Recalibrate the Culture, NJECC conference, World Education Summit, COSSBA Educational Conference.

Mentioned in this podcast:

Casas has authored several books on school leadership and culture, including:

• Recalibrate the Culture: Our Work, Our Why, Our Values by Jimmy Casas
• Handle With Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect by Jimmy Casas
• Culturize: Every Student. Every Day. Whatever it Takes. by Jimmy Casas
• Live Your Excellence: Bring Your Best Self to School Every Day by Jimmy Casas
• Daily Inspiration for Educators: Positive Thoughts for Every Day of the Year by Jimmy Casas

Connect with Jimmy: 

• Website: https://jimmycasas.com/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/casas_jimmy
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/casasjimmy/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casas_jimmy/

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