Fearless Schools Podcast
Fearless Schools Podcast
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The Fearless Schools Podcast aims to address the timeliest challenges from education based on the research and writings of Dr. Douglas Reeves and his colleagues at Creative Leadership Solutions. We will discuss and tackle timely topics from the field.
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The podcast explores themes such as psychological safety, grading reform, and student success, with episodes including discussions on creating psychological safety in classrooms and tackling grading issues in the new academic year, aiming to provide actionable strategies for educators.
The Fearless Schools Podcast aims to address the timeliest challenges from education based on the research and writings of Dr. Douglas Reeves and his colleagues at Creative Leadership Solutions. We will discuss and tackle timely topics from the field.
In this episode of the Fearless Schools Podcast, we talk to Dr. Jen Schwanke and we explore the journey of educational leadership, emphasizing the importance of kindness, creativity, and human connection in education. In addition to blueberries, we also discuss the challenges faced by educators, the importance of empowering others without overstepping, the impact of AI on learning, and the need for evolving educational practices to meet the needs of a new generation. Dr. Schwanke also shares her personal stories which shaped her approach to growing leadership, maintaining a positive school climate and fostering relationships (including within oneself as an educational leader). Episode takeaways:
- Creativity and original thought are essential in the future of education.
- Confidence in leadership is crucial, but it can be challenging to maintain.
- Empowering others requires a shared mindset without overstepping authority.
- Vulnerability should not be mistaken for weakness in leadership.
- Recognizing and celebrating personal strengths is vital for self-esteem in leadership.
- Education often feels urgent, but many issues can be addressed calmly over time.
- Leaders should strive for continuous improvement while acknowledging their current successes.
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