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WEP 202: Let’s Put the ‘C’ in PLC, An Interview with Chad Dumas

An Interview with Chad Dumas on Professional Learning Communities

In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Chad Dumas. Chad is the author of an exciting and extremely helpful new book titled Let’s put the C in PLC. It’s all about professional learning communities. This is one of the deepest interviews in content I think I’ve ever had. Chad is absolutely brilliant and he tells you everything you need to know to get started with a professional learning community or take the one you already have to an entirely new level. I’m even going to tell you how you can win a copy of Chad‘s book in this interview.

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Chad Dumas, author of Let’s put the C in PLC: A Practical Guide for School Leaders

Chad Dumas is a Solution Tree associate and international educational consultant, presenter, and award-winning researcher whose primary focus is collaborating to develop capacity for continuous improvement. With over two decades of successful leadership experience, Chad has led significant improvements for both students and staff. He shares his research and knowledge in his new books, Let’s Put the C in PLC and An Action Guide to Put the C in PLC, and consulting that includes research, stories, hands-on tools, useful knowledge, and practical skills. For more information, or to reach Chad, visit www.NextLearningSolutions.com

Mentioned in this episode: 

Chad’s website: www.NextLearningSolutions.com

Chad’s book: Let’s put the C in PLC: A Practical Guide for School Leaders (affiliate link)

Chad’s book: An Action Guide to Put the C in PLC (affiliate link)

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WEP 201: The Zero Apology Zone, an Interview with Vernon Wright

An Interview with Vernon Wright

In this episode, I interview with Vernon Wright. He’s an educational leader, speaker and entrepreneur.  We Have a great conversation about connection, leadership, and the importance of lifting others up.  I titled this episode the “The Zero Apology Zone because that is one o Vernon’s brands, but also because apologizing is something I personally do too much of. I really enjoyed this conversation with Vernon and I know you will too.

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This episode will lift you up and leave you feeling great. Vernon has a wonderful way of connecting with others and making them feel awesome. That’s actually how I found Vernon. Do you know how some people are super stingy with their likes and hearts on social media? Well, not Vernon. He is someone who’s awesome to connect with because he understands the importance I’ve lifting people up. He makes me a better human. I love the wisdom he drops on this episode. I love the way I feel when I talk with him.

Vernon Wright is an entrepreneur, speaker, life coach, and consultant. He has over 15 years of experience in education working in large, urban school districts and has previously served in the roles of teacher, teacher leader, campus leadership team member, and district-level support.

Vernon has shared his experiences as a speaker numerous times over the years at the campus, district, regional, state levels, and beyond garnering acclaim and accolades from recognized industry leaders and colleagues. He has even impacted educators on a global scale with his message reaching people from afar including Croatia, Qatar, India, and Africa through the Global Ed Tech Academy sponsored by Microsoft EDU and CUE Inc.

Vernon has brought his unique style and combination of insight, storytelling, experience, humor, authenticity, and epiphanies to audiences for years.  He knows that real change begins when we’re engaged in learning and within our hearts are committed to creating a vision for future impact.

Vernon has an established presence on Twitter and as well IG, Clubhouse, YouTube, Facebook, Discord, and Xbox Live (@TheWrightLeader), and he unabashedly stands as a voice for the people with zero apologies (ZeroApologyZone.com). He is committed to a life of elevating others with a relentless focus on informing minds and touching hearts around the globe.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Visit Vernon’s website at: www.ZeroApologyZone.com

Follow Vernon on social media at @TheWrightLeader

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WEP 200: Magistrate and Mom, an Interview with Lorrain Croy

I Interview My Wife, Lorrain Croy

This is the 200th Episode of The Wired Educator Podcast!

To celebrate the 200th episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview my wife, Lorrain Croy, an amazing mother of four wonderful daughters, an accomplished magistrate, and a super-cool wife that supports all of my projects. Lorrain is quite simply the most awesome person I know, and I am excited to share her story with you!

Lorrain Croy serves as a magistrate in the Sandusky County Juvenile Probate Court. She prosecuted for over twenty years, and has served the State of Ohio as an accomplished attorney for the past 26 years. She was featured on Court TV as she successfully prosecuted a high profile murder on the waters of Lake Erie. She ran one of most exciting political campaigns in American history. Lorrain is the mother of four wonderful daughters and the wife of the host of Wired Educator Podcast. When not actively serving the public in the court room, Lorrain enjoys helping people transform their bodies and lives as a premiere health coach.

Lorrain shares her story, transformation, and a behind-the-scenes peek of The Wired Educator household in this fun and informative interview. 

You are going to love this episode. 

Mentioned in this Interview: 

You can connect with Lorrain at: https://www.facebook.com/lorraincroy


Some of Lori’s favorites mentioned in the interview:

Dr. A’s Habits of Health: The Path to Permanent Weight Control and Optimal Health by Dr. Wayne Scott Anderson (affiliate link)

It Starts with Food by Melissa Hartwig (affiliate link)

Audible (Listen to audio Books)

The Ninja Food Cooker (affiliate link)

Bandi Travel and Running Belt (It’s a fanny pack, folks.) (Affiliate Link)

Mentioned in the pre-roll:

Chad Dumas’s book: Let’s Put the C in PLC: A Practical Guide for School Leaders (affiliate link)

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WEP 198: Beyond the Surface of Restorative Practices, an Interview with Marisol Rerucha

An Interview with Marisol Rerucha

WEP 198: Beyond the Surface of Restorative Practices, an Interview with Marisol Rerucha

In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Marisol Rerucha, author of the awesome book, Beyond the Surface of Restorative Practices, an Interview with Marisol Rerucha. Our powerful conversation will leave you moved and empowered to make an impact. 

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I love how our conversation touches on the present and future of education, while centering around beliefs and ways to connect that are thousands of years old. I find Marisol enlightening. She challenges our choices and encourages each of us to face what is keeping us from becoming the best version of ourselves. She encourages us to be vulnerable and highlights and importance of the circle. Yes the circle. The circle is the key to connect with one another in a very human way and this very well may be the secret to a transformational culture. Learn more about this inside this episode.

Marisol Quevedo Rerucha, author of, Beyond the Surface of Restorative Practices: Building an Organizational Culture of Equity, Connection and Healing, is a proven leader who doesn’t just talk about healing, equity, social justice, and disrupting generational trauma; she has both lived experience and a proven record of doing this work while leading change in education and non-profit systems. As a former teacher, principal, district leader and non-profit leader she uses her voice to challenge systems of oppression and more importantly amplifies the voices of others. The impact of her passion, experience, work, and voice is felt beyond her own community as she serves as: Chief of Strategy and Partnerships for the National Parents Union;  Director of Culture and Community for DBC Inc; Chair of UnidosUS National Institute for Latino School Leaders alumni council; Board Member of Youth Empowerments Finest; host of the Facebook Live, “Restorative Check In”; and as a partner with organizations (nonprofit and for profit business) to provide comprehensive strategic action planning and restorative practices.

Mentioned in this episode:

Marisol’s book: Beyond the Surface of Restorative Practices: Building an Organizational Culture of Equity, Connection and Healing

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMeoTE9V-rbZgSENDrJBa9A

Marisol’s website: https://marisolrerucha.com/

Twitter: @marisolrerucha

Instagram: @marisolrerucha

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WEP 197: Radical Dreamer, an Interview with Dr. Basil Marin

An Interview with Dr. Basil Marin

Dr. Basil Marin is an expert in educational leadership, equity and engaging students. He received his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and speaks on many topics including the ABC’s of Equity. He has a passion for improving our educational system and inspiring students to be radical dreamers. He is on a mission. I absolutely love this conversation.  

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Dr. Marin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Eastern Mennonite University and a Master’s degree in Special Education from Liberty University. Dr. Marin also holds an Educational Specialist degree in PK-12 Administration and Supervision from Old Dominion University. Additionally, Dr. Marin recently received his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Old Dominion University.

Dr. Marin is a humble and down to earth individual who is passionate about creating opportunities for all students to succeed educationally. He has a strong desire to work with at-risk youth. He firmly believes these students are our future and he is willing to provide the necessary support to see all students succeed. These students are regular human beings just like anyone else; however, these students have limited academic skill sets or untamed frustrations that often disrupt their learning process. He feels that God has given him the passion to work with at-risk youth and to show them that through education anything is possible.

Follow Dr. Basil Marin:

Website: http://www.basilmarin.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/basil_marin

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WEP 196: Eyes on Culture an Interview with Emily Paschall

An Interview with Emily Paschall

In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast I interview Emily Paschall about her new book, Eyes on Culture: Multiply Excellence in Your School. Emily is an amazing educational leader, and we have a lot of fun talking about the importance of improving culture and how to do it.

Emily Paschall, author and education leader, has served as a teacher, district coach, school administrator, professional learning trainer, and motivational speaker. Her passions lie in teaching, learning, and serving others. Emily recently published her first book, Eyes on Culture: Multiply Excellence in Your School.

She also leads a nation wide group of administrators through supportive social media sites with shared ideas, information, and motivation. She is best known for founding the ElemAPNetwork where she offers various opportunities for administrators to experience a live exchange of best practices and fresh ideas.

Emily’s work is recognized around the world from educators who desire to learn how to create a climate and culture that promotes excellence. Emily’s innovative methods for driving student engagement, promoting academic rigor, and stimulating excitement about school has created a ripple effect in others across the country.

Mentioned in this episode: 

You can also connect with her on Twitter, Instagram and Voxer: @EmilyAPaschall

Order Emily’s book: Eyes on Culture: Multiply Excellence in Your School

Order Jimmy Casa’s new book with Joy Kelly, Handle With Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect

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WEP 191: Next Level Teaching, an Interview with Jonathan Alsheimer

An interview with Jonathan Alsheimer

In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Johnathan Alsheimer.

Jonathan is a passionate educator and  the author of an an awesome new book titled Next Level Teaching: Empowering Students and Transforming Culture. Jonathan and I have some great laughs and a fantastic conversation about what it truly means to level-up, make a difference in the lives of students, and how to deliver ‘next level teaching.’  We talk student engagement, student motivation, and building relationships to enhance the classroom and school culture, and so much more. 

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Jonathan Alsheimer is a champion fighting for the limitless possibilities of teachers as a driving force for infectious classrooms and positive school culture.

Jonathan Alsheimer is the unorthodox, energetic, and entertaining middle school teacher who refuses to live a life of limitations and works with UFC Fighters, Celebrities, and Clothing Brands. Jonathan is the author of “NEXT LEVEL TEACHING” published by Dave Burgess Consulting and can be found on Amazon.

As a passionate educator and National Keynote Speaker always striving to be “That Teacher” that his students remember!

Jonathan, teaches at the world-renowned Fred Lynn Middle School, which was featured in multiple documentaries “Relentless” and “Relentless: Chasing Accreditation.” He has been featured as the teacher who forged a partnership with UFC Fighter and light-weight contender Paul Felder to bring a message of never giving up, fighting for their education, and empowering the students to believe in themselves, all principles that Jonathan promotes in his classroom.

Jonathan Alsheimer also partnered with Fear the Fighter, MMA clothing brand to establish a stop-bullying campaign with “Relentless” Principal Hamish Brewer. Jonathan Alsheimer didn’t stop there and established a formed a relationship with Chris “Drama” Pfaff, MTV reality star and CEO of Young and Reckless to bring clothing to his “students in need” and worked to build student leaders in his school.

As Jonathan always says, “Game-changing is not a cliche motto; it is a way of life… some talk about it while others live by it!

Mentioned in this episode: 

Order and read Johnathan’s book: Next Level Teaching: Empowering Students and Transforming School Culture.

Follow Johnathan on Instagram: https://instagram.com/mr_alsheimer

Follow Johnathan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mr_alsheimer

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WEP 189: Thrive in the Five, an Interview with Dr. Jill Siler

Thrive in the Five, an Interview with Dr. Jill Siler

In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Dr. Jill Siler, Texas superintendent, and author of Thrive Through the Five: Practical Truths to Powerfully Lead Through Challenging Times.

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In her first months as a superintendent, Jill faced financial crisis along with many other challenges that leadership brings. In 2015, her school board was named a TASA Honor Board as one of the top 5 school boards in the state and one of her campuses was named a 2017 National Blue Ribbon School. Jill is the Chair of the Future-Ready Superintendent Leadership Network (FRSLN) Design Team through the Texas Association of school Administrators (TASA) where innovative leaders from across the state gather to learn, share and grow together.

Jill has a passion for helping others reach their goals and is the leader of TASA’s Aspiring Superintendent Academy, and a frequent speaker at Texas’ First-Time Superintendent Academy as well as other leadership and education conferences. Her writing can be found on her website, jillmsiler.com where the initial blog inspiring her book, Thrive Through the Five was featured in the November 2019 edition of AASA School Administrator, the national school leadership organization’s publication.

Jill and her husband, William, have been married for 20 years and have two children: Caitlyn who is 15 years old and in 10th grade and Caleb who is 11 years old and in 6th grade. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

Social Media: @jillmsiler
(affiliate link)

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Along Came a Leader: A Personal and Professional Guide to Leadership.

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WEP 185: Inside The Staff Room Podcast, an Interview with Chey and Pav

An Interview with Chey and Pav, hosts of The Staff Room Podcast

In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Chey and Pav, two energetic and fun educators who host one of my favorite podcasts, The Staff Room Podcast. You’re going to love listening to this interview. I encourage you to subscribe to their podcast and follow them on Twitter and Instagram. They are amazing.

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Chey and Pav, two experienced middle school teachers from the Greater Toronto Area in Ontario, Canada, take listeners through the in’s and out’s of the field of Teaching, Learning, and Leadership.

Through their anecdotal, yet often comedic banter, laced with caring insightfulness, they take their audience into a conversation that is surely eye-opening and entertaining, while tackling some of the real, and ever-changing issues that exist in Education. Come join Chey and Pav; partake in the Staff Room chatter that all teachers and educators can connect with.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Follow The Staff Room Podcast on Instagram. Click here.

Follow The Staff Room Podcast on Twitter. Click here.

Listen to Chey and Pav’s awesome podcast: The Staff Room Podcast. Click here to listen to their podcast.

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Sign-up for Kelly’s newsletter here. Kelly Croy is an author, speaker, and educator. If you’d like to learn more about Kelly or invite him to your school or conference to speak please send him an email. • Listen to Kelly’s other podcast, The Future Focused Podcast, and subscribe to the more than 41 episodes to help you level-up your leadership and design a more dynamic life. • Subscribe to The Wired Educator Podcast with over 184 episodes of interviews and professional development. • Visit Kelly’s website at www.KellyCroy.com. • Looking for a dynamic speaker for your school’s opening day? • Consider Kelly Croy at www.KellyCroy.com • Order Kelly’s books, Along Came a Leader and Unthink Before Bed: A Children’s Book on Mindfulness for your personal library. • Follow Kelly Croy on Facebook.  • Follow Kelly Croy on Twitter.  •  Follow Kelly Croy on Instagram 

 

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WEP 182: Award Winning Culture, An Interview with Hans Appel

In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Hans Appel.

Hans Appel is an educator, speaker, and writer deeply committed to inspiring the whole child.  He’s the author of, Award Winning Culture: Building School-Wide Intentionality and Action Through Character, Excellence, and Community.  Additionally, he’s the Director of Culture for the Teach Better Team, Co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast, and the Co-Creator of Award Winning Culture. 

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He’s worked as a counselor in the Richland School District for the past 19 years and at Enterprise Middle School since it opened.  He’s passionate about school culture, servant leadership, and kindness.  In 2018, EMS was awarded the ASCD Whole Child Award for the State of Washington and the Global “Class Act Award” for creating a culture of excellence through kindness, service, and empathy.  Additionally, they were selected as a finalist in the 2019 PBIS Film Festival and took top prize in the Community, Parents, and Staff category.  

In 2018, Hans launched his own blog about School Culture and rolled out a student-led leadership podcast called Award Winning Culture: Hosted by Wildcat Nation, which can be subscribed, listened or reviewed on iTunes Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, PodBean, and Libsyn.  

Hans’ blogs have appeared on DisruptED TV magazine, CharacterStrong, Teach Better, AIMS Network, and PBIS Rewards.  He’s written social-emotional lessons for CharacterStrong.  Furthermore, he has been featured on numerous educational podcasts speaking his brand of school culture into existence. 

He’s been a contributor on three educational books:  Define Your WHY,  Teachers’ Reflective Impact Journal and ALL IN: Taking a Gamble in Education. 

Hans believes that education at its highest level is about inspiring others to discover and develop their JOY.

Mentioned in this podcast: 

Want to give your child or a child you know the gift of confidence and tools to tackle worry and anxiety? Order my new book Unthink Before Bed. It is a children’s book on mindfulness. It’s the perfect gift and bedtime book. I am so proud of it! It is a very fun read.

Hans’s book: Award Winning Culture: Building Intentionality and Action through Character, Excellence, and Community

Hans is the Director of Culture for the Teach Better Team

Hans’s website: awardwinningculture.com

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