By admin4, on June 16th, 2011%
A Conversation with Mark Gura
New Directions in Technology and Equity
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Topic: New Directions in Technology and Equity
Join us for a fascinating interview as Mark Gura, a former director of Office of Instructional Technology of the NYC Board of Education, discusses critical topics for superintendents with our District Leader’s Podcast host, Dr. Kathleen P. King. From discussions of how to practically incorporate financial literacy into your district, to the implications of Race to the Top, this episode provides invaluable insight about technology issues superintendents can use today and tomorrow.
Biographical Background:
Mark Gura is an accomplished academic author, having published numerous articles on education, and is the co-author of Podcasting for Teaching (2009, 2007: 1st and 2nd eds) , Classroom Robotics (2007), Recapturing Technology for Education (2005), and Making Literacy Magic Happen: The Best of Learning and Leading with Technology, an ISTE publication. He has won many awards . . . → Read More: Episode 55: Mark Gura Interview
By admin4, on January 24th, 2011%
 A Conversation Between Dr. Peter Gorman
and Arthur Griffin
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The Challenging Choices Excellence Requires
Topic: The Challenging Choices Excellence Requires
Join us for another exciting episode as Arthur Griffin interviews Dr. Peter C. Gorman superintendent of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School system. Over the course of the interview, Dr. Gorman discusses several aspects of his time in Charlotte, and talks about the hard choices that come with a growing constituency and a shrinking budget, and about how to handle it when you’re faced with the decision to close schools. But it’s not all doom and gloom! He also talks about some of the successes he’s had and the areas he’s had to focus on to make his school system successful- describing the importance of being relevant and the need for professional development.
This is an an intriguing interview as Dr. Gorman shares his valuable experience as a superintendent with district leaders nationwide; . . . → Read More: Ep. 53 Peter Gorman Interview
By dlpod, on May 11th, 2010%
Mr. Thomas Brady Interview, Superintendent of Providence, RI Public Schools.
Leading a School Community to Success through Change
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Topic: Leading a School Community to Success through Change
Join us to listen as we interview Mr. Thomas Brady, the superintendent for Providence Public Schools, Providence, RI. What makes us the leaders we are? How do our life experiences surface when we serve as public school superintendents?
These and many other questions are answered in a stirring discussion and retrospect of Mr. Thomas Brady’s current career in public education. Our host Arthur Griffin and Mr. Brady discuss the challenges Mr. Brady has faced in the more than ten years he’s been working in public education, and the intersection and differences among his experiences in Philadelphia and Fairfax, VA.
In a unusual twist, listeners will also discover how Brady’s extensive military career has helped shape and prepare him for the . . . → Read More: Ep 51 Mr. Thomas Brady Interview
By dlpod, on April 16th, 2010%
A conversation between Jeff Livingston and Gregg Betheil.
The Future of Career and Technical Education!
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Topic: The Past and Future of Career and Technical Education in America
Gregg Betheil, the New York City Department of Education’s senior executive for Career and Technical Education (CTE), discusses the history of New York’s CTE institutions with Jeff Livingston. Gregg describes the role of his department in the current development and advancement of CTE programs through the city and state, and goes into a fascinating discussion on the different perceptions and distinctions, both true and false, found in the comparison between Universities and CTE institutions.
Join us as Jeff Livingston conducts an interesting and detailed interview, and listen in as he and Gregg discuss
The past, present, and future of CTE institutions,
Common misconceptions about the comparison between CTE institutions and Universities, and
How Gregg’s department is changing things- and their vision for the future.
. . . → Read More: Ep 50 Jeff Livingston and Gregg Betheil: Career and Technical Education
By dlpod, on March 12th, 2010%
Interview with Dr. Judy A. Alston Author on School Leadership
Cultural Border Crossing and Student Achievement in American Schools
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Topic: Cultural Border Crossing and Student Achievement in American Schools
Dr. Judy A. Alston, co-author of School Leadership and Administration: Important Concepts, Case Studies, & Simulations (McGraw-Hill), discusses hot topics in school leadership with guest host, David Patterson, in this 49th episode of District Leaders Podcast. The particular focus is about the importance and relevance of border crossings and student achievement in schools. Join us for a breakthro0ugh discussion about motivation, critical thinking and student achievement for a wide base of students you serve in your schools every day.
Topics covered in this interview include:
Research about effective schools by applying the concept of cultural border crossing.
Addressing issues of racism, classism, and sexism,
Recommendations for how school leadership can help students effectively cross borders and reach the highest possible . . . → Read More: Ep 49. Dr. Judy Alston, Supt/Author Interview
By dlpod, on February 7th, 2010%
Interview with Ms. Eileen Cooper Reed, Cincinnati School Board
The School Board’s Role in Decision Making: Insights from the President
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The School Board’s Role in Decision Making: Insights from the President
Elaine Cooper Reed, Cincinnati School Board President, discusses issues facing public schools today with host Mr. Arthur Griffin. Ms. Reid discusses the challenges she has faced with school funding and downsizing, as well as many other issues. This episode is revealing and helpful as she shares with us many insights she’s garnered over years as a member of the governance team.
District Leaders Podcast is always
Leading Today for Success Tomorrow!
Biographical Background
After practicing clinical social work for several years, Eileen Cooper Reed attended the University of Cincinnati College of Law, graduating in 1984. Her Administrative Law Team won 1st place in the National Administrative Law Competition. She was . . . → Read More: Ep 48 Ms. Eileen Cooper Reed
By dlpod, on October 17th, 2009%
Interview with Mr. Neil Rochelle, Supt. Iroquois Central School District, Western NY.
Handling H1N1: With Your Community, Media, and Social Media
Handling H1N1: With Your Community, The Media, and Social Media
Neil Rochelle, Superintendent of the Iroquois Central School district in Western New York, provides a riveting account the real needs facing district leaders across the USA and globe today regarding community issues such as H1N1. He discusses the topic, the unfolding of the experience in his district in fall 2009 and the strategies he employed, including social media communication. All of these details are included in this interview with District Leaders Podcast host Dr. Kathleen P. King. Bonus topics include social media decisions, relationships with the State Health Department, and what to do when the experts disagree!
Specific topics include the following issues:
In the fall 2009, when your district had 500 of 3000 students home sick, why and how did you decide . . . → Read More: Ep 46 Mr. Neil Rochelle Interview
By dlpod, on April 28th, 2008%
Interview with Long Island’s Connetquot School District Superintendent
Dr. Alan Groveman
Urban Education and Difficult Decisions
Key Topics include: High Stakes Testing · School Board Member · School Safety · Leadership · Improving Student Performance · Professional Development
Dr. Alan Groveman, Superintendent of Schools for Long Island’s Connetquot School District, is interviewed about critical school topics by host Edward Milliken for District Leader’s Podcast Episode 13. Dr. Alan Groveman discusses vital issues that are effecting the superintendents and our schools ranging from school violence and security, to parental involvement, professional development and strategies for improving student learning. A striking characteristic of this episode is how superintendents and school leaders need to effectively balance and meet the demands for all children to achieve learning standards (No Child Left Behind) and the demand that communities have for their schools to be safe havens for their children to attend.
Don’t miss this . . . → Read More: Ep. 13 – Dr. Alan Groveman
By dlpod, on January 7th, 2008%
Interview with Superintendent
Dr. William Adams
Leadership in the Vocational Education/Technical World
Key Topics include:Career and Technical Education· Leadership · Trends in Education · Improving Student Performance
Join Dr. William “Bill” Adams, Superintendent of Salem Vocational Technical School in New Jersey and District Leaders Podcast host, Daniel Domenech for this compelling interview about career and technical education. This episode provides a firsthand look at some of the experiences and programs superintendents have the opportunity to oversee and build across their careers when working within their district settings. In this interview, Dr. Adams candidly discusses his 37 years of superintendent experience with board members, and how to build a strong team of administrators from which students can benefit. Other topics covered include handling a state-wide debate (NJ) regarding HS diplomas and the future importance of career and technical education (vocational technical education).
Biographical Background
Dr. William H. Adams has been involved in . . . → Read More: Ep. 5- Dr. William Adams
By dlpod, on November 30th, 2007%
Interview with Nassau BOCES District Superintendent
Dr. James Mapes
Career Education Programs
Key Topics include: ARCHIVE · Trends in Education · Improving Student Performance · Urban Education
Dr. James Mapes shares the challenges and provides recommendations regarding the role as superintendent not only with students but also in developing community relationships in his interview with District Leader’s Podcast host Dr. Ed Milliken. With a career, that has spanned over two decades in education, Dr. James Mapes Long Island’s Nassau BOCES District Superintendent is uniquely prepared to offer valuable insight and suggestions to school leaders. This compelling interview also includes Dr Mapes sharing his experience with Career Education Programs, dealing with No Child Left Behind and focusing on closing the learning gap.
Biographical Background
Dr. Mapes, is the Interim District Superintendent for Western Suffolk BOCES. He was appointed to this interim position by the NYS Commissioner of Education. The Chief Executive Officer and District . . . → Read More: Ep. 3 – Dr. James Mapes
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