Small Town, Big Decisions: Casey Hallgarth Leads with Heart in Rural Oregon
An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast
Release Date: 12/17/2024
Beyond the Arena: Melissa Sonnek's Journey in Education and Equity
An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership 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 Leadership: Melissa emphasizes the need to challenge inequity head-on. 🌱 Identity & Achievement: Melissa powerfully states, "I won't consider myself an effective educator until no identity marker predicts achievement." Her personal story of overcoming low expectations as a young mom is truly inspiring. ❤️ ...
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An Imperfect Leader: Michelle Osterhoudt on Connection, Community, and Courage
An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership 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 Traditional Education 🏫: Michelle shared her personal experience with her daughter's struggles in the traditional school system, which led her to advocate for diverse learning pathways. The Importance of Community and Connection 🤝: We discussed how crucial it is for schools to foster a sense of community and for...
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Stephen Pruitt on Removing Barriers and Leading with Compassion and Action
An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership 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 brilliantly explained that in education, we need to move beyond "stakeholders" and cultivate "shareholders"—those invested in a common vision and who feel ownership of the process! ✍️ Defining Standards: Standards are a "contract between the State Department of Ed and teachers". It's about shared agreements and...
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Quintin Shepherd: Owning the Complexity of Leadership
An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast
Have you ever felt like the traditional leadership models just don't fit? 🤔 Then you NEED to listen to our latest episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast with the incredible . 🎧 We dive deep into #transformational #leadership, the power of language, and how to truly connect with your #community. 🤝 Here are 4️⃣ things you absolutely should listen for: 💡The distinction between "#complicated" and "#complex" problems: Learn why applying a "one right way" approach to complex issues can backfire. 💡The power of "#feedforward" vs. "#feedback":...
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An Imperfect Leader with Doug Reeves: Coaching, Courage, and Classroom Connections
An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast
📢 The tree is lit and the cookies have been set out for Santa. It's the perfect time to tune in to an amazing remastered encore episode with on An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast! 🎧 We dive deep into crucial topics for today's education leaders. Here are some key takeaways: 1️⃣ Theme 1: The Urgent Need for Safety 🛡️ Doug highlighted the intense pressures educators face, from social media attacks to in-person intimidation. Quote: "If we don't make our profession a safe place to be, then what we think today is a teacher shortage and an administrator...
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Small Town, Big Decisions: Casey Hallgarth Leads with Heart in Rural Oregon
An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast
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Dr. Ron Taylor's Imperfect Leader's Playbook: Integrity, Grace, and Trust
An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast
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The Power of Listening: Jerry Almendarez on Leadership, Collaboration, and Embracing Imperfection
An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast
🎙️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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Be Caught Trying with Samir Goel: A Conversation on Leadership and Gratitude (Encore +)
An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast
INTRO: It's Thanksgiving week, and what better time to reflect on the things we're grateful for? 🙏 This week, we're sharing an encore episode (with before and after commentary with Jamie Almanzán) that truly embodies the spirit of gratitude. 🍂 Join me as I speak with Samir Goel, co-founder and co-CEO of Esusu, a company dedicated to dismantling barriers to housing for working families. What truly resonated with me was Samir's moral focus and his commitment to creating win-win solutions. 🙌 Whether it's through Esusu's mission to helps individuals build credit or the rent...
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Beyond the Default Setting: Larry Dake on Embracing Imperfection, Cultivating Growth
An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast
In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, Dr. Larry Dake, Superintendent of the Chenango Valley Central School District, shares invaluable lessons learned throughout his leadership journey, emphasizing the importance of: Relationships: Building strong relationships with staff, students, and families is crucial for effective leadership. Dr. Dake highlights the power of visibility and accessibility, advocating for "management by walking around" to foster meaningful connections and gain valuable insights. Empathy: Leaders must approach challenging...
info_outlineThis week, Casey Hallgarth, Superintendent of the Baker School District in Baker City, Oregon, joins the podcast.
Here are a few key takeaways:
- Building relationships is paramount to successful leadership. Casey emphasizes the significance of authentic and genuine connections with staff, community members, and board members.
- Shared image of success. To promote a shared image of success, Casey believes in open communication and active listening. He suggests convening groups and "really listening to what they're saying."
- Walking the talk is crucial. Casey firmly believes in leading by example and aligning actions with words. This approach fosters trust and credibility within the school community.
- "Will it help the kids?" Casey uses this simple yet powerful question as a guiding principle for decision-making. He explains, "...kids are why we're here to make them better. period."
- Networking and support are essential. Casey encourages aspiring leaders to build a strong network of support and seek guidance from experienced administrators.
Casey Hallgarth's insights provide valuable lessons for educational leaders at all levels. His emphasis on relationships, action-oriented leadership, and a child-centered approach offers a roadmap for creating a positive and thriving school environment.
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An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is supported by ILAA, LLC, a firm dedicated to supporting aspiring, new, and established leaders. For more information, please find them at www.imperfectleader.com.
Music for An Imperfect Leader was written and arranged by Ian Varley.
Sam Falbo created our artwork, a wood-print inspired daruma doll butterfly.
