http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org Leading today for success tomorrow en The McGraw-Hill Companies podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Liberated Syndication - libsyn.com transformationed@gmail.com (Transformation Education) Fri, 30 Nov 2007 12:59:00 GMT 30 Leading today for success tomorrow District Leader's Podcast provides a lively and informative forum where school district leaders can share their experiences and expertise. By delivering valuable material in a podcasting format, school leaders can use this flexible format that works with busy schedules. The experiences and insights from these educational leaders will be valuable to just about anyone who is interested in improving our schools. The podcast programs will showcase interviews with district leaders from around the country, covering the following topics: Making the Tough Decisions, Improving Student Performance, Urban Education and Trends in Education. This podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007. www.districtleaderspodcast.org school leadership, school administration, school leadership, k-12 education, urban education, District Leader's Podcast www.districtleaderspodcast.org podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast,www.districtleaderspodcast.org http://www.districtleaderspodcast/images/dlpod-logo-white_192x132.jpg http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org Clean No In this episode of the District Leaders Podcast, Dr. Jose Torres, Area Superintendent of Area 14 in Chicago Public Schools, talks about his challenges and triumphs during his time there with podcast host Carolyn Pearson. He discusses the educational leaders and his fellow superintendents who inspire him and the many initiatives of which he is the most proud. Dr. Torres also talks about some of his plans for his new endeavor as superintendent in Elgin School District U46 in Illinois. District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. Visit the website for full show notes and resources www.districtleaderspodcast.org and blog.districtleaderspodcast.org You may email the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337 http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org Education Sun, 10 Aug 2008 11:00:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep20JT.MP3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, Chicago, IL, student achievement, achivement gap, equity, equity issues, funding, student achievement, teachers, superintendent, school leaders www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Dr. Josse Torres: Leadership and Improving Student Achievement in Urban Schools Clean A prime example of the impact and process of leveraging services to support special needs in public schools is revealed in this episode. Join District Leader's Podcast host Ed Milliken and Dr. Jerry W. Shiveley, Executive Director/CEO of the Intermediate Unit of Montgomery County, Norristown PA, as they discuss how schools can offer an increased variety of instructional, support, and management programs and services through the collaboration among school districts created by the intermediate agency. The discussion ranges from leadership, to teacher education, equity, student special needs, cost-effective services, parent involvement, and beyond! District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. Visit the website for full show notes and resources www.districtleaderspodcast.org and blog.districtleaderspodcast.org You may email the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337 http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org Education Sun, 20 Jul 2008 11:00:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep19-JS-ver2.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, Norristown, PA, Montgomery County Schools, Intermediate Unit, parent involvment, community, equity, equity issues, funding, student achievement, teachers, superintendent, school leaders www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Dr. Jerry W. Shiveley: Special Education and the Impact of IU for Public Schools Clean Join us for a compelling interview with a prominent school board member who has served education through many organizations. Mr. William H. Isler offers a broad and deep view on several critical issues from his history of deep involvement involved in early childhood education and public service, from his role as school board president in Pittsburgh PA in this conversation and interview with District Leader's Podcast co-host Arthur Griffen Jr.. Mr.Isler's education service experiences spans service on this urban school board and Saint Vincent College's Board of trustees, but also leadership of Family Communications, Inc., and The Fred Rogers Center for Early Learning and Children's Media at Saint Vincent College (to name just a few of the outstanding areas of service). Topics in this episode include leadership development and vision, student achievement, closing the achievement gap, equity, urban education, child development, breaking trends in education, and funding of educational programs. District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. Visit the website for full show notes and resources www.districtleaderspodcast.org and blog.districtleaderspodcast.org You may email the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337 http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org Education Mon, 07 Jul 2008 15:00:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep18-WI.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, career path, urban education, retention, graduation, Pittsburgh, PA, school board member, pre-k, heard startk, funding, student achievement, Fred Rogers, St. Vincent College, school leaders, teachers, superintendent, the superintendency www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Mr. WIlliam Isler: Early Childhood Education: Leadership and Vision In Action Clean Join us for an exciting interview with Mr. Kirk Lewis and Jason Marshall as they discuss the person and impact of the Superintendency. This series always provides more opportunities to hear from your colleagues around the USA, and gain strength and insight from their experiences. In this episode, Mr. Kirk Lewis, the Superintendent for Pasadena Independent School District is interviewed by Jason Marshall. Mr. Lewis also discusses Pasadena's Bilingual/ELL program. Pasadena currently has over 11,000 students in Bilingual programs, and the numbers are growing. Interesting features of the interview also include hearing about the non-traditional road to the Superintendent position which Mr. Lewis has traveled.In addition, listeners gain firsthand insight into the Pasadena Initiative called Expectation Graduation, which focuses resources and attention on the 9th grade. This program certainly addresses one of the most critical years for a high school student is entry into the ninth grade. The success of that year sets the tone for the entire high school experience and focuses on connecting instruction with students' interests, learning styles, and aptitudes. These small learning community approaches continue further through a college bound culture which implements greater rigor and relevance, and increases AP enrollment. District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. Visit the website for full show notes and resources www.districtleaderspodcast.org and blog.districtleaderspodcast.org You may email the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org Education Sun, 22 Jun 2008 15:00:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep-17-KL.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, career path, urban education, retention, graduation, bilingual, ELL, ESL, Pasadena ISD, TX, student achievement, college prep, AP classes, school leaders, teachers, superintendent, the superintendency www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Mr. Kirk Lewis: Career Paths of the Superintendent, Improving Graduation Rates and Bilingual Education Clean 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 18th 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! 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. Another not-to-be-missed episode of The District Leader's Podcast and the chance to join your colleagues as they consider these examples of managing and leading amidst some of the most critical issues facing school leaders. District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. Visit the website for full show notes and resources www.districtleaderspodcast.org and blog.districtleaderspodcast.org You may email the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org Education Mon, 09 Jun 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep16-JD.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, urban education, poverty, racism, professional development, Prince George's County, MD, student achievement, closing the gap, AP classes, marginalized, school leaders, teachers, resources, opportunity, www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Dr.John Deasy: Turning the Tide: Student Access and Achievement Clean Dr. David Snead, Superintendent of the Waterbury (CT) Public Schools, joins host Ed Milliken for an interview which discusses vital topics effecting schools, superintendents, students and society today. They particularly focus this session on the topics of pupil achievement from the perspectives of poverty and mobility. In just one example of the depth and relevance of this interview, Dr. Snead emphasizes and explains how standards level performance is difficult to achieve when students live in an environment of poverty and children and families are very mobile. This school leader calls for curricular consistency as a powerful way enable students to progress in a learning sequence. He also points out that many of these same strategies are available to assist struggling students as they are available to educators and school districts, however additional resources are needed. Join the District Leader's Podcast for this 20 minute segment of refreshment and encouragement. Reaching out to superintendents, school leaders and school board members around the world, this series provides support, refreshment, resources, insight and encouragement.Another not-to-be-missed episode of The District Leader's Podcast and the chance to join your colleagues as they consider these examples of managing and leading amidst some of the most critical issues facing school leaders. Visit the website for full show notes and resources www.districtleaderspodcast.org and blog.districtleaderspodcast.org You may email the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337 Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org Education Tue, 27 May 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep15-DS.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, urban education, poverty, racism, professional development, Waterbury, CT, testing, school leaders, teachers, teacher education, vocational education, technical training, resources, preschool, homelessness, mobility, parents, culture www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Dr. David Snead: Poverty, Mobility and Curriculum, Urban Leadership Clean Join co-host Ed Milliken as he talks with Dr. Jack Bierwirth about his vast experience in difference school leadership settings. Insights from this interview will help superintendents and school leaders from school districts of all sizes, from suburban to urban. Note just a few of these points included in this episode: Examples of how leadership style can be affected by different organizational structures among school districts, Similarities among large and small school district leadership, Benefits of using technology to help manage, lead and make decisions, The role of listening and receiving advice, and The best use of talent for our schools! Join us for another inspiring and informative episode to help school leaders develop their leadership qualities and skills further. Another not-to-be-missed episode of The District Leader's Podcast and the chance to join your colleagues as they consider these examples of managing and leading amidst some of the most critical issues facing school leaders. Visit the website for full show notes and resources www.districtleaderspodcast.org and blog.districtleaderspodcast.org You may email the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337 Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org Education Mon, 12 May 2008 12:20:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep14-JB.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, urban education, organizations, testing, diversity, literacy, testing, administrators, school leaders, Portland, Outward Bound, teachers, professional development, advice, technology support, management skills www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Dr. Jack Bierwirth: Urban Education and Leadership Opportunities Clean A compelling interview with 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. Another not-to-be-missed episode of The District Leader's Podcast and the chance to join your colleagues as they consider these examples of managing and leading amidst some of the most critical issues facing school leaders. Visit the website for full show notes and resources www.districtleaderspodcast.org and blog.districtleaderspodcast.org You may email the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337 Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org Education Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:20:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep13-AG.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, school violence, school safety, safety, student safety, school supervision, testing,administrators, school leaders, NCLB, student achievement www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Dr. Alan Groveman: Urban Education and Difficult Decisions Clean A compelling interview with Dr. Henry Johnson, former Assistant Secretary of Education for the US Department of Education, joins our podcast host Arthur Griffin to discuss issues and potential for student achievement, equity and learning for children today. Dr. Johnson has many years of experience not only as a policy maker and educational leader, but also as a classroom teacher, school leader, superintendent, and state superintendent. We know you will enjoy this lively exchange about the possibilities to leading our school communities to greater opportunities for excellence!Another not-to-be-missed episode of The District Leader's Podcast and the chance to join your colleagues as they consider these examples of managing and leading amidst some of the most critical issues facing school leaders. For more information or to send the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions email us at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org or phone us at 1-866-435-5337 (toll free) and leave a voice message for our co-hosts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org Education Sun, 13 Apr 2008 13:20:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep12-HJ.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, school supervision, testing, performance, administrators, school leaders, NCLB, USDOE, asst. secretary of education, student achievement, equity, opportunity, education www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Dr. Henry Johnson: Student Achievement: Equity and Opportunity! Clean In this episode, Jason Marshall, our podcast host, interviews Dr. Guy Sconzo, Superintendent of Schools at Humble Independent School District and delves into matters of budget, student performance, ELL, and leadership. This interview brings to life successful strategies and perspectives in facing the challenges of superintendents and school leaders. In the process, Dr. Sconzo reveals his leadership style, approaches used in successful bond campaigns, and how tough budget decisions get made based on many years of experience with Humble Independent School District, Houston, Texas . The growing population of English Language Learners in the Houston area and how schools are addressing those needs are also explored in this interview! We are pleased to be able to provide this interview with the state of Texas's nominee for National Superintendent of the Year (2007), Dr. Guy Sconzo. This is a not-to-be-missed episode of The District Leader's Podcast and the chance to join your colleagues as they consider these examples of managing and leading amidst some of the most critical issues facing school leaders. For more information or to send the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions email us at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org or phone us at 1-866-435-5337 (toll free) and leave a voice message for our co-hosts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org podcasts Sun, 30 Mar 2008 18:40:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep11-GS.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, school supervision, budgets, administrators, school leaders, ELL, English language learners, student achievement, education, mentors, challenges www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Leadership in Challenging Times, Making the Tough Decisions Clean This exciting episode of the District Leader's Podcast features an interview with Superintendent Fadhilika Atiba-Weza and podcast host Ed Milliken. They discuss the great challenges facing superintendents and real strategies for success in serving populations of students with performance disparities. Listen in as this school leader shares insight on balancing the needs for assessment, accountability and evaluation. This exciting discussion also delves into the role of the superintendent in reaching out to the community and parents. Don't miss Episode 10 of The District Leader's Podcast and the chance to join your colleagues as they consider these examples of managing, leading and coping with some of the most critical topics of school leadership. For more information or to send the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions email us at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org or phone us at 1-866-435-5337 (toll free) and leave a voice message for our co-hosts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org podcasts Mon, 17 Mar 2008 16:40:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep10-AW.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, school supervision, administrators, school leaders, learning gap, disparities, student achievement, urban education www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Urban Education: Challenges and Success Strategies Clean Dr. Carrol Thomas, a superintendent of schools for 19 years and president-elect for the National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE) is interviewed by Sheryl Neal about his successful work in closing the gap of student performance. This informative interview provides firsthand insight into the strategies used in the Beaumont ISD schools to make them among the TOP 50 schools in student improvement. From adopting inclusion methods, to data gathering, multiple teaching strategies to teacher instructional feedback and direction, this podcast is full of concrete examples of approaches district leaders may explore for consideration to close the student achievement gap. Dr. Thomas does not shy away from the hard questions of race, special education tracking, nor parent and civic responsibility; however we also hear his vital vision for education of every child to be understood as a civil right. Tune in to this interview for a very different look at leadership in our schools on the District Leader's Podcast. For more information or to send the podcast hosts with comments and suggestions email us at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org or phone us at 1-866-435-5337 (toll free) and leave a voice message for our co-hosts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org podcasts Sun, 24 Feb 2008 14:40:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast-ep9-CT.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) civil rights, leadership, school supervision, inclusion, learning gap, student achievement, administrators, school leaders, education www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Vision in Leadership: Closing the Learning Gap, Education as a Civil Right Clean Dr. Earl Watkins, Superintendent of Jackson Public Schools, Mississippi provides an inspirational interview with host Arthur Griffin. Dr. Watkins addresses issues of the difficult challenges of urban education and shares his vision of schools as an opportunity for student transformation. This podcast illustrates the dynamic relationship and impact which authentic leadership can have on student performance and their schools. Bringing all efforts to bear on this purpose can have dramatic results. Don't miss this vibrant exchange which provides strategies from his experience for leadership, improved student performance, teacher training and school change.Join us for this episode of Vision and Action from The District Leader's Podcast. Out theme is Leading Today for Success Tomorrow. For more information email us at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org or phone us at 1-866-435-5337 (toll free) and leave a voice message for our co-hosts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org podcasts Sun, 10 Feb 2008 14:40:00 GMT http://media.libsyn.com/media/districtleaderspodcast/DistrictLeadersPodcast_ep8_EW.mp3 podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, school supervision, learning, student performance, learning gap, student achievement, administrators, school leaders, k-12, education www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Urban Education, Leadership, Student Success: Schools as Transformation Opportunities Clean Henry (Hank) Grishman, Jericho School District Superintendent of Schools, is interviewed by our co-host Ed Milliken on leadership and how to improve student performance. This vital interview emphasizes the achievement focus driving today's schools, while Hank Grishman recognizes the learning disparities and raises concerns about the performance gap. Listen in to this episode of the District Leader's Podcast to gain support and additional strategies in leading your district and schools. What are the stress on schools and teachers? How can testing, school calendars, teacher professional development, curricula and programs be changed to bear results in this volatile matter? At a time of school leadership shortages, interesting information revealed in this interview shows that when asked, some of the elementary pupils in the Jericho School District offer their perception on the role of the School Superintendent. Join us for another episode filled with insights for leadership success! District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. All rights reserved. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org and www.districtleaderspodcast.org http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org podcasts Sun, 27 Jan 2008 14:40:00 GMT http://districtleaderspodcast.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=300858# podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) leadership, NCLB, testing, standardized tests, career and technical education, school supervision, learning, student performance, learning gap, student achievement, administrators, school leaders, k-12, education www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Leadership Strategies for Closing the Student Performance Gap with Henry Grishman Dr. Rosemary Jones, Superintendent of Sayville, New York joins District Leaders Podcast co-host, Ed Milliken for an interview focusing on student achievement. Dr. Jones shares her recommendations and experiences that teachers and district leaders need to fully understand learning, how the role of classroom teachers have changed and the continuing learning gap among populations of students. This interview shares insights that current accountability programs may increase learning. Examples of programs and success cited in this disucssion include the impact of preschool on early grade school adjustment and success and high school pre-engineering experiences. District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. All rights reserved. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org and www.districtleaderspodcast.org http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org education Mon, 14 Jan 2008 14:40:00 GMT http://districtleaderspodcast.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=300856# podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) performance gap, school supervision, learning, student performance, learning gap, student achievement, administrators, school leaders, k-12, education www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Recommendations for School Leaders and Alternate Paths to Academic Success from Dr. Rosemary Jones Clean Dr. William (Bill) Adams, Superintendent of Salem Vocational Technical School in New Jersey sits down with District Leaders Podcast host, Daniel Domenech for an interview. The SCVTS serve over 8,500 county residents annually through a variety of educational programs and services. SCVTS offers a wide range of academy, career and technical education, career orientation and special education programs. Dr. Adams candidly shares his thirty-seven years of superintendent experience with his board members, working with administrators and on how to build a strong team that students can benefit from. Discussing the issues for New Jersey on whether or not there should be one diploma for high school students and the future importance of vocational educational training. Listen in as Dr. Adams and our podcast host Don Domenech bring more support, insight and stirring discussion always, Leading Today for Success Tomorrow. For more information email us at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org or phone us at 1-866-435-5337 (toll free) and leave a voice message for our co-hosts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2008. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org podcasts Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:40:00 GMT http://districtleaderspodcast.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=294570# podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) career and technical education, school supervision, leadership, learning, student performance, learning gap, student achievement, administrators, school leaders, k-12, education www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Leadership in the Vocational Education/Technical World Clean Podcast cohost Ed Milliken engages Dr. William Johnson in an informative and moving interview about critical issues that continue to face schools across the world. With 22 years as a school superintendent and a successful student and school improvement record Dr. Johnson provides compelling insight into the potential for all students to succeed. In this episode of the District Leader's Podcast listeners also hear strategies for success working with large districts, diverse student populations, poverty, seeming student learning gaps, and effective teacher professional development to meet these needs at the Rockville Centre School District. This interview does not shy away from the difficult questions. Listen in as Dr. Johnson and our podcast host Ed Milliken bring more support, insight and stirring discussion always, Leading Today for Success Tomorrow. For more information email us at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org or phone us at 1-866-435-5337 (toll free) and leave a voice message for our co-hosts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org podcasts Sat, 15 Dec 2007 10:40:00 GMT http://districtleaderspodcast.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=287926# podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) diversity, school supervision, leadership, NCLB, learning, urban education, learning gap, poverty and education, student achievement, administrators, school leaders, k-12, education, professional development www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Closing the Learning Gap Clean How does a superintendent meet the vital needs and challenges with school and students, but also effective community relationships? Listen in to Dr. James Mapes' interview on the District Leader's Podcast to find out! Dr. Ed Milliken, our host, discusses these questions and more with the superintendent as he shares the challenges and provides recommendations regarding the role of the Superintendent. 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. For more information email us at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org or phone us at 1-866-435-5337 (toll free) and leave a voice message for our co-hosts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org podcasts Fri, 30 Nov 2007 13:40:00 GMT http://districtleaderspodcast.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=256117# podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) education, school supervision, leadership, NCLB, learning, careers, CTE, technical education, student achievement, administrators, school leaders, k-12, education www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Closing the Learning Gap Clean Join us for this gripping interview as Dr. Lillian Lowery discusses difficult challenges met as new superintendent of Christina School District in Wilmington, Delaware. In this interview with our host Arthur Griffin, Dr. Lowery shares some of the ramifications of the Supreme Court on racially identifiable schools, using race as a determinant for student assignment and community engagement. Dr. Lowery expresses her thoughts on configuring Christina Schools making the district accountable and teaching civic responsibility. For more information email us at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org or phone us at 1-866-435-5337 (toll free) and leave a voice message for our co-hosts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org podcasts Thu, 29 Nov 2007 12:40:00 GMT http://districtleaderspodcast.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=256037# podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) school supervision, leadership, tough choices, NCLB, teachers, administrators, school leaders, k-12, education www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) Making the Tough Decisions Clean Interview with Tony Amato Kansas City Superintendent. School Challenges; Student Achievement, NCLB: New Orleans, Kansas City and Beyond. Co-host Dan Domenench interviews Tony Amato school superintendent of Kansas City schools and former superintendent of New Orleans. They discuss post Katrina school conditions, NCLB, school leadership needs and technology in education. For more information email us at podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org or phone us at 1-866-435-5337 (toll free) and leave a voice message for our co-hosts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources blog.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007. All rights reserved. http://blog.districtleaderspodcast.org podcasts Thu, 29 Nov 2007 10:59:00 GMT http://districtleaderspodcast.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=245583# podcast@districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) school supervision, leadership, Katrina, Kansas City, urban education, challenges, NCLB www.districtleaderspodcast.org (District Leader's Podcast) School Changes and Student Achievement Clean