What does true accountability in grading look like? This week on Aspire to Lead, Tom Schimmer joins the conversation to challenge traditional grading practices and debunk the myths surrounding standards-based grading. He shares insights on shifting to a Standards-Based Mindset, finding your Grading True North, and the role of descriptive feedback in student success. We…

In this bonus episode, Greg Moffitt shares his five top leadership books and the reasons he loves these amazing resources. In addition, Greg introduces two bonus children’s books to instill leadership qualities in our classrooms.  About Greg Moffitt: Greg Moffitt is the Principal at Fairmont Charter Elementary School in the Vacaville Unified School District (Vacaville,…

Based on your past educational struggles, have you ever asked yourself, “Will I be enough in this leadership position?”. This week’s guests, Dr. Basil Marin, explains how his struggles in school created doubt about the impact he could make on student’s lives and his leadership capacity.   In this episode, we discuss: The Challenges of Higher…

When someone comes to you with a problem, do you immediately try to solve the issue? This week’s guests, Dr. Nathan Lang-Raad, explains how leaders need to use a coaching model of questions to find the best solutions and teach problem solving skills, similar to Glenda in “The Wizard of Oz”.  In this episode, we…