The Art of Educational Leadership - PPD129

07/05/23 • 47 min

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In Episode 129 of Podcast PD, AJ Bianco, and Chris Nesi introduce their guest, Jared Lamb. They discuss innovative approaches to education and the essential qualities of effective leadership.

Jared Lamb, the guest, is introduced as the Associate VP for BASIS Ed in Louisiana and the Head of School for BASIS in Baton Rouge. He shares his background in education as a former teacher and charter school principal. He moved to Baton Rouge with his family a year ago. Despite being in his office, Jared joins the podcast to discuss his experiences.

Key points and takeaways:

Jared emphasizes the importance of empowering other leaders on his team and allowing them to lead in their respective areas of responsibility.
Jared believes in building people up, collaborating, and fostering teamwork.
Jared's approach with the cart is not about the cart itself, but rather about presence, visibility, and supporting teachers.
The cart contains practical items such as a trash picker, door stops, and supplies like tissues, Band-Aids, and pencils.
Jared values culture and aims to create a culture of trust and professionalism among the staff.
Jared highlights the importance of listening to teachers and responding to their needs, as well as maintaining a classroom teacher's perspective.
Jared draws inspiration from their parents who were teachers and from working with great leaders throughout their careers.
They address the skeptics by acknowledging that their style may not work for everyone and emphasizing the success and retention of their team members.

What Are We Listening To?

Chris - The 5 AM Miracle BEST OF: 7 Strategies to Clear Your Mind + Focus Like a Pro

AJ - Everybody Pulls The Tarp Ryan Lavarnway: Baseball's Most Resilient Player

Jared - The Ed Mylett Show Develop Unbreakable Self-Discipline

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In Episode 129 of Podcast PD, AJ Bianco, and Chris Nesi introduce their guest, Jared Lamb. They discuss innovative approaches to education and the essential qualities of effective leadership.

Key points and takeaways:

Jared emphasizes the importance of empowering other leaders on his team and allowing them to lead in their respective areas of responsibility.
Jared believes in building people up, collaborating, and fostering teamwork.
Jared's approach with the cart is not about the cart itself, but rather about presence, visibility, and supporting teachers.
The cart contains practical items such as a trash picker, door stops, and supplies like tissues, Band-Aids, and pencils.
Jared values culture and aims to create a culture of trust and professionalism among the staff.
Jared highlights the importance of listening to teachers and responding to their needs, as well as maintaining a classroom teacher's perspective.
Jared draws inspiration from their parents who were teachers and from working with great leaders throughout their careers.
They address the skeptics by acknowledging that their style may not work for everyone and emphasizing the success and retention of their team members.

What Are We Listening To?

Chris - The 5 AM Miracle BEST OF: 7 Strategies to Clear Your Mind + Focus Like a Pro

AJ - Everybody Pulls The Tarp Ryan Lavarnway: Baseball's Most Resilient Player

Jared - The Ed Mylett Show Develop Unbreakable Self-Discipline

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Power of Relationships - PPD128

In this podcast episode, we delve into the importance of relationships in education and provide a comprehensive overview of the episode's content. We explore various dimensions of relationships, starting with the teacher-student relationship. Building trust and rapport, recognizing individual student needs, and creating a positive classroom environment are key aspects covered.

Thank you to Mel A for calling in and being a part of the conversation!

The key points of the episode are as follows:

Relationships are crucial in education: The episode emphasizes the importance of relationships in education and how they contribute to student success and well-being.
Teacher-student relationship: Building trust and rapport with students, recognizing and addressing their individual needs, and creating a positive classroom environment are essential for fostering a strong teacher-student relationship.
Teacher-parent relationship: Communicating effectively with parents, involving them in their child's education, and collaborating to support student success are key aspects of establishing a productive and positive teacher-parent relationship.
Teacher-colleague relationship: Sharing ideas and resources, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects, and providing professional and emotional support to colleagues are highlighted as important factors in building strong relationships among educators.
Teacher-school relationship: Fostering a sense of belonging and community, engaging with school events and initiatives, and working collaboratively with administrators and staff contribute to a positive teacher-school relationship.
Prioritizing relationships: The episode concludes by summarizing the key points discussed and encouraging listeners to prioritize relationships in teaching and learning, recognizing their significant impact on student outcomes.

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