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Back to SearchPowered UP Reflective Practice for School Leaders *98
Episode 98
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In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the importance of reflective practice for school leaders. We’ll explore how taking the time to evaluate your experiences can lead to better decisions…
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago
What's Data Got to Do With It? *97
Episode 97
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Why is data important and how is it used to drive instruction? In this episode, I talk about types of data, why data is important, and more. Using data to drive instructional improvemen…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Motivation Matters: Thriving Through Challenges *96
Episode 96
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In this episode, I dive into the important topic of staying motivated when faced with challenges. As educators, we all know how tough things can get, but I believe that resilience is ke…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Beating Burnout: Empowering Educational Leaders with Dr. Jamay Fisher *95
Episode 95
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In this episode of the Empowered Educator Podcast, Dr. Mel sits down with Dr. Jamay Fisher, an academic advisor and branding expert, to explore the pressing issue of burnout among educa…Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Building Success Through Discipline and Perfect Practice with Dan Rigby *94
Episode 94
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In this episode of Empowered Educator, Dr. Mel Vandevort sits down with Dan Rigby, a public high school PE teacher and former wrestling coach from Delaware. Dan shares his journey from …
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Leadership and SEL in Special Education with Shakira Releford *93
Episode 93
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Join Dr. Mel Vandevort as she engages with Shakira Releford, an associate professor and non-profit executive, in a compelling discussion on SEL and Special Education leadership. From na…
Published on 1 year, 5 months ago
Power Surge: Perfectionism in Education: Breaking Free to Lead with Confidence *92
Episode 92
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In this episode of Empowered Educator, Dr. Mel delves into the challenges of perfectionism within the educational field. She provides actionable insights and strategies to recognize, co…
Published on 1 year, 5 months ago
Mindset Mastery: The Power of Serving Others When You Are a District Leader *91
Episode 91
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In this episode, I dive into the essence of servant leadership within a school district context. I explore how serving others as a school leader involves supporting student success, emp…
Published on 1 year, 5 months ago
Part 2/ The Road to Awesome: Leadership Clarity and Team Empowerment with Dr. Darrin Peppard *90
Episode 90
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In the second part of the conversation with Dr. Darrin Peppard, Dr. Mel and Darrin explore the intricacies of building and maintaining high-functioning leadership teams in educational s…
Published on 1 year, 5 months ago
Part 1/ The Road to Awesome: Educational Consultancy with Dr. Darrin Peppard *89
Episode 89
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Today, Dr. Mel sits down with Dr. Darrin Peppard, a former educator turned leadership coach and entrepreneur. Darrin shares his journey from being a middle school teacher to a high scho…
Published on 1 year, 5 months ago