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Back to SearchPart 1 - Culture First Classrooms: Leadership, Relationships, and Practices that Transform Schools with Dr. Darrin Peppard and Katie Kinder #161
Episode 161
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In this episode, Mel Vandevort dives into a captivating discussion with Katie Kinder and Dr. Darrin Peppard about their book "Culture…
1 year, 1 month ago
☀️🎧 Summer Sound Track Series: Track 5: Build Your Band – Reconnect Before You Re-Lead #160
Episode 160
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Before the school year even starts, it’s time to rehearse your leadership mindset. In this episode, I’ll walk you through a simple re…
1 year, 2 months ago
☀️🎧 Summer Sound Track Series: Track 4: Drop the Beat – Connect Before You Direct #159
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The strongest leaders start the school year with relationships already in motion. This episode is all about how to build connection …
1 year, 2 months ago
☀️🎧 Summer Soundtrack Series Track 3: Hit Repeat – Grow Through Professional Development #158
Episode 158
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You don’t need to do all the things—you just need to grow in one right area. In today’s episode, we’re focusing on how to grow throug…
1 year, 2 months ago
☀️🎧 Summer Soundtrack Series Track 2: Mark the Beat – Set Your Schedule with Intention #157
Episode 157
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Before your calendar fills up with other people’s priorities, let’s take a beat to plan with purpose. In this episode, we’ll talk abo…
1 year, 2 months ago
☀️🎧 Summer Soundtrack Series Track 1: Turn the Page – Read to Refuel #156
Episode 156
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Books can change your mindset, your momentum, and your mission. In today’s episode, I’m inviting you to read with intention—not out o…
1 year, 2 months ago
Being Brave on Purpose with Samantha Hamilton #155
Episode 155
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Today’s guest is Samantha Hamilton—an award-winning principal, national education consultant, and the author of Brave On Purpose. Wit…
1 year, 2 months ago
Power Surge⚡From Busy to Productive: Leading with Purpose #154
Episode 154
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Main Message (2–3 min):
Grab your top three tasks for this week and ask:
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🎙️ From AP to Principal: How to Own the Interview When It’s Your Own School #153
Episode 153
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🎧 Stepping into the principalship at the school where you already serve as an assistant principal? That internal interview process c…
1 year, 2 months ago
💥Power Surge: Finish Strong, Start Clear #152
Episode 152
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Main Message (2–3 min):
Use these last few weeks to:
✅ Celebrate the wins—no matter how small. Growth happened.
✅ Gather reflections—…
1 year, 2 months ago