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March 18, 2021

26: Margarita Tovar: Remember the Lesson

Today I talk to Principal Margarita Tovar from Houston Texas. She’s an elementary principal leading with grit and perseverance. You’ll soon hear why in this episode. In our chat, we discuss overcoming challenges and the …
March 4, 2021

25: Dr. Sandra Song: Why Representation Matters

True story: my first principalship included leading a dual language immersion program in addition to a traditional english mainstream program. Even more truth, I didn’t really know much about it when I started. Years later…
Feb. 25, 2021

24: Dr. Ruzanna Hernandez: Promoting Student Voice

If there is one topic that I’m always ready to take notes on, it’s how to incorporate more student voice. I think this is an area where you can never have enough ideas and strategies because after all, our students are the …
Feb. 18, 2021

23: A Conversation In The Principals' Office

We are switching things up a bit today. Instead of me interviewing a guest, I get to be in the hot seat. I was recently invited to be a guest on the In The Principals Office podcast to tell my story and share a few strateg…
Feb. 11, 2021

22: Claudine Miles: The "Problem" Woman of Color in the Workplace

Today we are shining a light on a subject that has been a common occurrence in leadership, but something we don't talk about...the pathway for women of color that often leads to many quality leaders leaving the profession or…
Feb. 4, 2021

21: Jewel Sanders: Equity Warrior

Today we are talking with Jewel Sanders, a middle school principal in Rockville, Maryland. We are going to chat about her fearless leadership grounded in race and equity. She's going to share the incredible work happening a…
Jan. 28, 2021

20. Dr. Marcia Carmichael-Murphy & Dr. LaRhonda Mathies: Hiring Anti-Racist Educators

I want you to think about the last time you had to hire someone? How much of the process was designed to make sure you found the right person for your unique school or was it similar to every other school in your district. …
Jan. 21, 2021

19. Mahina Anguay: Providing New Opportunities For Students

Today we are talking with Mahina Anguay, Principal of Waimea High School in Kauai, Hawaii. I was able to chat with her as she wrapped up her work day and you might even hear the island roosters in the background. She's going…
Jan. 7, 2021

18: Michele Lew: Social Emotional Supports for Staff, Students and Parents

Today we chat with Michele Lew, an Assistant Principal at Arcadia High School in Arcadia, California and she has a passion for social-emotional supports. In our chat today, she shares her personal experiences that led her t…
Dec. 31, 2020

17: 5 End of Year Questions to Ponder

The end of the calendar year is upon us and it's a great time to pause and reflect. In this episode I share five questions to ponder as you prepare to finish the school year strong. To view a list of the questions, visit pr…
Dec. 24, 2020

16. Sherilyn Moses: Using Your Past to Lead With Purpose

In this episode, we talk with Principal Sherilyn Moses. She shares how her experience as a teen mom grounds her leadership. She will also share her strategies for instruction, culture and collaboration that led her school …
Dec. 17, 2020

15. Shavon Jackson: Leading to Improve

Today's guest is Shavon Jackson. Shavon is an elementary principal at Crawford Elementary in Russellville, Arkansas. In this episode, we talk with Shavon about how she led her school from a D rating to a B rating for the …
Dec. 10, 2020

14. My 3 Favorite Productivity Systems

For today's mini episode, I am solo! It's our first solo episode and we are talking about productivity! As we creep into the new year, I am reflecting on my three favorite productivity systems: time blocking, habit stackin…
Dec. 3, 2020

13. Equetta Jones: Leading With Heart

Today we talk to Equetta Jones, Assistant Principal at Highlands Elementary School in Wilmington, Delaware. She shares her story of leading with heart and expectations for students and staff. This episode is being sponsored…
Nov. 26, 2020

12. Dr. Stacie Stanley: Leading While Female, Part 3

If you've been enjoying our interviews with the authors of Leading While Female, well then get ready for the final interview with Dr. Stacie Stanley. Dr. Stanley currently serves as the Assistant Superintendent in the Twin …
Nov. 19, 2020

11. Dr. Trudy Arriaga: Leading While Female, Part 2

Today is our conversation with Dr. Trudy Arriaga. It is the second podcast where we chat one-on-one with the authors of Leading While Female. If you haven't caught our conversation with Dr. Delores Lindsey, make sure to ch…
Nov. 12, 2020

10. Dr. Delores B. Lindsey: Leading While Female, Part 1

Today, we are talking to Dr. Delores B. Lindsey, one of the authors of Leading While Female. If you are like me, Dr. Lindsey's name is not new to you given she has authored multiple books on the subject of Cultural Proficie…
Nov. 5, 2020

9. Tracy Hilliard: Know Your Why

What is your why? Do your words and actions demonstrate your why in all your leadership moves? Today we are talking to Principal Tracy Hilliard from Frederick, Maryland, who leads with her why at all times. Her purpose-dri…
Oct. 29, 2020

8. Stacie Kunihisa: Learn More, Care More and Be More

Stacie is so amazing and is clear on her vision and mission. Today we are going to chat about the importance of branding your school, how she secured a quarter of a million dollars with community partnerships and why she is…
Oct. 22, 2020

7. Erika Rivera: It's About Your Impact, Not Your Title

Do you know your impact? Today I talk to AP Erika Rivera about how she measures her success by the impact she has on her school and community. Erika is the 2020 Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) Co-Pri…
Oct. 15, 2020

6. Dr. Saneé Bell: Be Excellent on Purpose

Today you will hear from Dr. Saneé Bell and she is committed to leaving a legacy of excellence.. Dr. Bell is a principal in Katy, Texas. She has served as a principal at both the elementary and secondary levels. during he…
Oct. 8, 2020

5. Tiffany Hampton: Student-Centered Leadership

My guest today is Tiffany Hampton, a principal in the Colton Joint Unified School District. Principal Hampton is the proud leader of Slover Mountain High School and is about to begin her 16th year in education. Today we tal…
Oct. 1, 2020

4. Hortencia Hernandez: Leading with Intention

Hortencia Hernandez is an elementary principal in Woodland, California. In our conversation, Hortencia explains the privilege and responsibility she feels to return to her home community. We talk about how her leadership h…
Sept. 24, 2020

3. Jamilah Hud-Kirk: The Power of Connections & Community

In this episode, we speak with Principal Jamilah Hud-Kirk, aka Principal Captain Kirk. She shares with us why it is so important to craft connections and build community amongst staff, families and fellow leaders. You will…