390. Preparing Future School Leaders and Enhancing Your School Culture: Featuring Adam Dovico

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What does it really take to lead well when school life is messy, fast-moving, and full of real challenges?

In this week’s episode, Adam Dovico shares a grounded and practical conversation about what educators and school leaders are facing right now, from supporting new teachers and building school culture to developing future leaders and creating meaningful learning experiences. He talks about the changing realities of the teaching profession, why confidence matters in leadership, and how small shifts in practice can make a big difference in classrooms and schools. Adam also shares insights from his work with Elevate Your Classroom, Wake Forest University, EdMed Talks, and his new instructional idea, Covalent Seminar. If you care about leadership, culture, and what it looks like to build better schools from the inside out, this episode is worth your time.

About Dr. Adam Dovico

Dr. Adam Dovico is an accomplished teacher, curriculum facilitator, principal, professor, speaker, and author. For over two decades, he has taught students of all ages through his engaging and rigorous teaching style. He is known for his time at the Ron Clark Academy, Get Your Teach On, Elevate Your Classroom, Moore Elementary School, and Wake Forest University, along with hundreds of keynotes and workshops he has provided for educators worldwide. You can often find Adam standing on a table or chair dressed in one of his signature suits. Organizations such as the Japan Fulbright Memorial Fund, Learning for Justice, and the Atlanta Falcons have recognized him for his leadership and teaching. He continues to work for greater equity in schools through his culturally responsive pedagogy. You can learn more about Adam’s teaching and leadership online at adamdovico.com, on social media @adamdovico, or in his books: Inside the Trenches, The Limitless School, and When Kids Lead.

Connect with Dr. Adam DovicoWebsite:www.adamdovico.com

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About the author, Joshua

Joshua Stamper is the creator of Aspire Media and Author of Aspire to Lead and The Language of Behavior, as he supports schools and organizations with Keynotes, trainings, cohorts, and coaching. Prior to Joshua's current position, he was a middle school Administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach.

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