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An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast
Release Date: 12/03/2024
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The Power of Listening: Jerry Almendarez on Leadership, Collaboration, and Embracing Imperfection
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🎙️Join us for this insightful conversation with Jerry Almendarez, Superintendent of Santa Ana Unified School District Jerry's leadership journey provided valuable takeaways, especially regarding school improvement initiatives: The Power of Student Voice 🗣️: Jerry emphasized the importance of incorporating student perspectives in decision-making processes. He shared a compelling anecdote about how pausing a graduate profile rollout to conduct student listening sessions led to crucial insights and ultimately, a more impactful outcome. Resisting Quick Decisions 🛑: Jerry...
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info_outline🎙️Join us for this insightful conversation with Jerry Almendarez, Superintendent of Santa Ana Unified School District Jerry's leadership journey provided valuable takeaways, especially regarding school improvement initiatives:
- The Power of Student Voice 🗣️: Jerry emphasized the importance of incorporating student perspectives in decision-making processes. He shared a compelling anecdote about how pausing a graduate profile rollout to conduct student listening sessions led to crucial insights and ultimately, a more impactful outcome.
- Resisting Quick Decisions 🛑: Jerry learned the importance of thoughtful consideration over impulsive action. While the pressure to implement initiatives like No Child Left Behind was intense, he discovered the value of collaboration, especially with teachers and staff, to create sustainable and effective change.
- Building Strong Relationships 🤝: Open and honest communication is vital for successful leadership. By fostering a culture of trust and vulnerability, Jerry was able to address the anxieties and frustrations stemming from policies like No Child Left Behind and build stronger connections with his team.
- Embracing Imperfection 💫 : Leaders are continuously learning and growing. Acknowledging our imperfections allows us to adapt, iterate, and improve our practices for the benefit of our students and communities.
Listen to the full episode for more inspiring insights from Jerry Almendarez! 🎧 #leadership #education #studentvoice #collaboration #podcast
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Music for An Imperfect Leader was written and arranged by Ian Varley.
Sam Falbo created our artwork, a wood-print inspired daruma doll butterfly.
