230. Improving mental wellness in Schools: Featuring Maria Barrera

Aspire to Lead, Maria Barrera, Clayful, Mental Health

In this week’s episode, Maria Barrera shares how she discovered a mental health crisis and was determined to help solve the issues that were affecting students, teachers, and the community.  In this episode, we discuss: Creating a business based on a community need Partnering with schools to assist in crisis Resources to battle mental health …

Toddle School Leaders Bootcamp: Featuring Dr. Brenda Diaz

Aspire to Lead, Toddle Leaders Bootcamp, Brenda Diaz

In this bonus episode, Dr. Brenda Diaz shares how traditional student discipline didn’t improve the students behavior and the shift her campus made to implement relationship building strategies and restorative practices.  In this episode, we discuss: Trauma-informed practices Increasing diversity among educators Toddle’s School Leader Bootcamp! About Dr. Brenda Diaz: As the Executive Principal of…

Bonus Episode: The Failure Files with Kim Gameroz

Aspire to Lead, Failure Files, Kim Gameroz, Joshua Stamper

In this new BONUS episode, we learn from Kim’s story of failure as she was honest and authentic with her Superintendent, which left her feeling disappointed and disheartened.  About Kim Gameroz: Kim Gameroz is a change agent for schools and districts who seek to revolutionize classrooms by taking on a systematic approach to teaching social…

229. The Benefits of Emotional Regulation and Mindfulness: Featuring Ipek Williamson

Aspire to Lead, Ipek Willimson, Joshua Stamper, Mindfulness, Meditation

In this week’s episode, Ipek Williamson shares the benefits and power of emotional regulation, mindfulness, and meditation, which creates peaceful and harmonious classrooms. In this episode, we discuss: Meditation’s support for mental health issues Cultivating awareness on the positive impact of meditation and mindfulness among educators Introducing new generations to the importance of knowing their…

Toddle’s School Leaders Bootcamp: Featuring Jim Laird

Aspire to Lead, Toddle Leaders Bootcamp, Jim Laird, Joshua Stamper

In this bonus episode, Jim Laird shares the story of Canyon Falls Middle School, an innovative, 21st-century learning school in Kelowna, and the purposeful educational transformation focus on engaging students and stakeholders. As an entire school community, they created a middle school that was unique, innovative, and learner-centered.  This episode is intended to share the…