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Interview with CEO, Prince George’s County Public Schools, MD Dr. John Deasy Turning the Tide: Student Access and Achievement; Support and Collaboration in School Leadership

 

 Episode 16 Dr. John Deasy Interview [11:11m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (100)

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Turning the tide when a district has been marginalized over a long period of time is a great challenge; Dr. John Deasy is a school leader who is succeeding in changing that tide. Tune in to this episode to get to know a school leader who discusses his district and student struggle, and new pathway of success.

In this episode of the District Leader’s Podcast, Dr. Deasy, Chief Executive Officer of Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) in Maryland, talks with with host Carolyn Pearson about his challenges and triumphs in his first two years in the district. Maryland’s second largest school system and the Nation’s 18^th largest district offers more than 133,000 children and innovative, technology-infused curriculum that has produced significant academic gains. Additionally, PGCPS provides a wide range of “FOCUS” programs, extended learning opportunities, and support for special needs students. Dr. Deasy also discusses the educational leaders and his fellow superintendents who inspire him and why. This testimony is a great example of the power of support and collaboration in school leadership!

Biographical Background

Prior to this role, Dr. Deasy served as Superintendent of the Coventry Public Schools in Rhode Island for five years. Dr. Deasy also served as a high school principal in two communities, director of personnel, and assistant superintendent of schools. Earlier in his career, he taught biology, chemistry, calculus, and English at the high school level, coached high school sports, and served as an assistant high school principal in New York.

He continues to be a faculty member in university doctoral programs in several states. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Chemistry Education and a Master of Arts in Education Administration from Providence College, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Education from the University of Louisville.

Dr. Deasy is a Broad Fellow, was an Annenberg Fellow, State Superintendent of the Year, a presenter at numerous State and National conferences, a consultant to school districts undertaking high school reform and district-wide systemic improvement initiatives, and serves on numerous boards including Operation Public Education at the University of Pennsylvania and The Change Leadership Group at Harvard. He works for community and national service organizations, including the National Diabetes Association and his local parish. He is the author of numerous articles and research papers.

Related Web Links:

• Prince George’s County Public Schools http://www1.pgcps.org/
  

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 Episode 16 Dr. John Deasy Interview [11:11m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (100)