In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Chris Shearer, a seasoned principal with over 22 years of experience in educational leadership. Currently leading a high-performing high school, Chris shares his passion for challenging the status quo, fostering inclusivity, and helping students unlock their potential.

Together, we explore what school looks like in 2024 and how education can evolve to better serve diverse student needs. Chris delves into innovative approaches like experiential learning, competency-based education, and preparing students for alternative career pathways beyond traditional college routes. His insights into cultivating a caring school culture, grading practices, and supporting both students and educators are inspiring and refreshing.

Whether you're an educator, parent, or advocate for education reform, this conversation will leave you reflecting on the purpose and future of schools. Don’t miss this empowering discussion!

Listen now and join the conversation!

This week on the Teacher’s Pep Rally Podcast, we’re thrilled to share a conversation with Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio from Lead It Like Lasso. We recently hosted a special webinar with them and fellow educators on Leading With Purpose – a deep dive into building a “personal operating system” for intentional leadership. Missed the webinar? No problem! We’re sharing the recording so our friends can still learn and grow together. Tune in to discover practical tips and insights on purposeful leadership for your classroom, team, or even personal life. Enjoy, learn, and as always, let’s lift each other up! 🎧💼

Want a copy of the leadership book Lead It Like Lasso? You can purchase it here.

Access the Personal Operating System template to use here. Let us know how you used this tool with your staff and/or students.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we just dropped an essential episode of the Teacher's Pep Rally Podcast featuring the amazing team from i-Tech for Schools! In this must-listen episode, we’re joined by experts Evelyn McCulloch, Senior Director, and Michael Rinyu, Education Design and Instructional Lead, to break down cybersecurity essentials for educators, students, and parents alike.

Tune in to discover:

• Eye-opening "Fact or Fiction" cybersecurity myths that reveal how even small actions can protect big data!
• Insights on digital footprints and practical ways to teach students (even as young as elementary!) the importance of online reputation.
• Real-life tips for setting up strong passwords, MFA, and why they're crucial for students and staff.
• Tools and resources every school should know about, including a new federal cybersecurity program to boost protection in schools across the U.S.

This episode is packed with knowledge, laughter, and even a pop-culture-inspired cybersecurity quiz to keep things fun! Whether you’re an educator, student, or parent, you’ll walk away with valuable tools to stay secure in today’s digital world. 💡 Don’t miss it—click play, follow, and share!

Join an upcoming webinar, on 10/28/2024, for an hour of purposeful learning packed with inspiration and a chance to win a free copy of the leadership book, Lead It Like Lasso! Register to attend the WEBINAR here.