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Back to SearchPart 1 | Foundations of an Elite Culture with Dr. David Arencibia *105
Episode 105
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Dr. David Arencibia, a distinguished educator with over two decades of experience, is renowned for his expertise in fostering successful s…
1 year, 4 months ago
Part 2 | Possibilities vs. Responsibilities of Using Tech with Dr. Rachelle Poth *104
Episode 104
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In this episode, Dr. Mel Vandevort and Rachelle Dené Poth dive into the practical uses of technology in education, exploring both the opp…
1 year, 4 months ago
Part 1| The Power of AI: Insights from Tech Leader Dr. Rachelle Poth *103
Episode 103
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In this episode, Dr. Mel sits down with Rachelle Dené Poth, a seasoned educator and technology advocate who is deeply involved in teachin…
1 year, 5 months ago
Part 2 | The Importance of Mentorship and Facing Fear with Cheryl Wells Collins *102
Episode 102
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Cheryl Wells Collins is an experienced educator and leader with over 40 years of service in under-resourced communities. She began her tea…
1 year, 5 months ago
Part 1 | Building Leaders from Within: Insights from Cheryl Collins *101
Episode 100
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Cheryl Wells Collins is an experienced educator and leader with over 40 years of service in under-resourced communities. She began her tea…
1 year, 5 months ago
Episode 100! Leading with Perseverance and Celebration *100
Episode 100
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Hey, Empowered Educators! Welcome to a very special episode—our 100th episode! 🎉 I can hardly believe it, and I’m so grateful to have each…
1 year, 5 months ago
Power Surge: Just a Bad Day, or Something Else? *99
Episode 99
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Powered 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 evaluat…
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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 mor…
1 year, 6 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 thin…
1 year, 6 months ago