228. Improvise, Adapt, and Overcome: Featuring Alfonso Mendoza

Aspire to Lead, Alfonzo Mendoza, Joshua Stamper, My Ed Tech Life

In this week’s episode, Alfonso Mendoza shares his philosophies of improvising, adapting and overcoming obstacles in education. As a tech leader, Alfonso has seen a major shift the past few years and he continues to spread his message of “keeping it simple”.  In this episode, we discuss: Tech Implementation: Getting Clicky With It Immersive Technology…

Toddle’s School Leaders Bootcamp: Featuring Carolina Ulloa

Aspire to Lead, Toddle, School Leaders Bootcamp, Carolina Ull

In this bonus episode, Carolina Ulloa shares how she ventured to build a brand new school that focused on the physical, spiritual, and emotional aspects of every student. Join us as we discuss this incredible journey of constructing an educational environment that connects to the children and the community.  In this episode, we discuss: The…

227. Foundations of Instructional Coaching: Featuring Ashley Hubner

Aspire to Lead, Ashley Hubner, Joshua Stamper, Foundations of Instructional Coaching

In this week’s episode, Ashley Hubner shares how she transitioned from teacher to coach, struggled to develop a Coaching Mindset and the impact of intentional curriculum design.  In this episode, we discuss: The difficulties of leaving the classroom Differentiating for adults and finding success as a coach And her new book, Foundations of Instructional Coaching!…

Aspire Mailbag: Sustaining Staff Happiness

Aspire Mailbag, Jeff Gargas, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead, School Culture, New Initiatives

In this 27th Aspire Mailbag episode, Jeff Gargas and I answer questions on different leadership topics provided by the listeners. Please join us for this episode as we answer questions on sustaining staff happiness, creating leadership growth, gaining support of your Superintendent, and the latest news with the Teach Better Team! Featuring Jeff Gargas and…

225. Changing the Trajectory of Each Lesson: Featuring Ken Ehrmann

Aspire to Lead, Ken Ehrmann, PowerED UP Podcast

In this week’s episode, Ken Ehrmann shares how he rebuilt his classroom to empower every student with a student-centered learning experience, which changed the trajectory of each lesson. In this episode, we discuss: Changing the typical trajectory of a lesson where students experience phenomena first and learn concepts second Incorporating STEM concepts into the curriculum…