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Beyond Best Practices: Earl Franks on “Next Practices” and the Future of Elementary Education

Beyond Best Practices: Earl Franks on “Next Practices” and the Future of Elementary Education

by APC Leadership Collaborative | Feb 11, 2025 | Podcast

In this episode of An Imperfect Leader, we had the pleasure of speaking with Earl Franks, the Executive Director of the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP). We explored some critical themes for today’s educational leaders: 🤝 The Power of...
Beyond Best Practices: Earl Franks on “Next Practices” and the Future of Elementary Education

Rethinking Grades: Joe Feldman on Creating Fair and Motivating Learning Environments

by APC Leadership Collaborative | Feb 4, 2025 | Podcast

On this week’s podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Joe Feldman, the founder and CEO of Crescendo Education Group, about equitable grading practices. 🍎 It was an insightful conversation, and here are three key things I’m taking away: Traditional...
Beyond Best Practices: Earl Franks on “Next Practices” and the Future of Elementary Education

A Walk in Their Kicks: Dr. Aaron Johnson and School Environments That Value All

by APC Leadership Collaborative | Jan 28, 2025 | Podcast

In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, we get to sit down with Dr. Aaron Johnson, leader, author, and professor. Here are some takeaways from our conversation: 🗣️ Humanizing Students: It’s so crucial to allow students...
Beyond Best Practices: Earl Franks on “Next Practices” and the Future of Elementary Education

Beyond the Arena: Melissa Sonnek’s Journey in Education and Equity

by APC Leadership Collaborative | Jan 21, 2025 | Podcast

This powerful conversation dives deep into leadership, equity, and creating inclusive educational spaces. Melissa, Associate Superintendent at Roseville Area Schools, shared invaluable lessons that are a must for any leader. Here’s a quick recap: 💪 Courageous...
Beyond Best Practices: Earl Franks on “Next Practices” and the Future of Elementary Education

An Imperfect Leader: Michelle Osterhoudt on Connection, Community, and Courage

by APC Leadership Collaborative | Jan 14, 2025 | Podcast

📢 Exciting new episode of An Imperfect Leader! 📢 I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Michelle Osterhoudt, Superintendent of Margaretville Central Schools, and it was an incredibly insightful conversation! Here are some of the key themes: Rethinking...
Beyond Best Practices: Earl Franks on “Next Practices” and the Future of Elementary Education

Stephen Pruitt on Removing Barriers and Leading with Compassion and Action

by APC Leadership Collaborative | Jan 7, 2025 | Podcast

📢 We had an INCREDIBLE conversation with Dr. Stephen Pruitt, President of the Southern Regional Education Board. 🎧 We dove deep into education, leadership, and creating real change. Here are some of the key takeaways: 🤝 Stakeholder vs. Shareholder: Dr. Pruitt...
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