Leader Chat With Jeff Rose

Episode 112: Leaders Helping Leaders Navigate Conflict with Jeff Rose & Special Guests - #2

In another special episode of Leader Chat, Jeff features advice from experienced education leaders gathered at the Leadership Circle Summit. Listen as superintendents, CEOs, and board members share strategies for navigating turbulence and controversy in the education sector. Highlights include interviews with Jared Corden, Janice Stockman, Michael Hinojosa, and Antwan Wilson, each offering unique perspectives and actionable insights. This is a must-watch for anyone involved in educational leadership seeking to enhance their skills amidst challenging times.

Episode 111: Leaders Helping Leaders Navigate Conflict with Jeff Rose & Special Guests - #1

In this episode of Leader Chat, Jeff speaks with several education leaders from our recent Leadership Circle Summit. Listen to insights from fellow leaders Walter Gonsolin, Cynthia Wright, and Melanie Nelson. The discussion highlights the importance of collaboration, continuous learning, and data-driven decision-making for successful leadership during challenging times.

Episode 110: Leadership Reflections and Collective Strength with Jeff Rose

In this episode, Jeff shares key takeaways from Cognia's recent Leadership Summit that focused on navigating turbulence and overcoming conflict in educational leadership.

 

Episode 109: Strategies For and Discussions of Racial Healing with Erin Jones

In this episode, Jeff is joined by Erin Jones, an education and systems consultant and the author of the book 'Bridges to Heal Us.' Jeff and Erin discuss her unique life story, the importance of self-identity, and strategies for promoting racial healing and community in educational settings. Erin shares insights from her extensive career and imparts wisdom on fostering empathy, curiosity, and vulnerability among leaders and students alike. Don’t miss out on her practical advice for creating inclusive and supportive school environments.

Episode 108: Leadership Challenges and Opportunities with Superintendent Gustavo Balderas

In this episode, Jeff speaks with Gustavo Balderas, the superintendent of Beaverton School District in Oregon. Jeff and Gustavo discuss leadership, education's evolving landscape, and creating impactful systems for student success. Gustavo shares his inspiring journey from a migrant background to becoming a nationally recognized educational leader. Fun twist . . . Jeff was the superintendent in Beaverton, which added a delightful twist to their discussion. Learn about the challenges and strategies in modern educational leadership, the importance of equity, and the significance of building strong professional communities. Don't miss this insightful episode filled with practical advice and heartwarming stories about the power of education.

Episode 107: Navigating Change and Being the First with Susana Córdova & Allen Smith

In this episode, Jeff dives into a dynamic conversation with Susanna Córdova, Colorado's first Latina Education Commissioner, and Allen Smith, Cognia's VP of Leadership Development. They discuss leadership, the significant changes in education post-COVID, the critical role of AI, and strategies to close educational inequities. Susana shares her inspiring career journey, her vision for the future of education, and actionable advice for leaders. Don't miss this insightful look into leading through change and making a lasting impact in education.

Episode 106: Leadership Advocacy and Strategic Networks with Julia Rafal-Baer

In this week's episode, the incredible Dr. Julia Rafal-Baer talks with Jeff about the complexities of educational leadership, gender and racial disparities, and leveraging AI in education. Learn from her experiences and insights on sustaining effective leadership and creating impactful policy changes.

Episode 105: Leveraging Education Policy Research to Action and Results with Christina Grant

In this episode, Dr. Christina Grant, the new Executive Director at Harvard's CEPR, speaks with Jeff about bridging research and practice in education. Jeff and Christina discuss the complexities of modern educational leadership, the importance of data-driven decision-making, and the role of politics in education. You will gain insights into Dr. Grant's journey and her vision for using research to advance equity and academic progress. This episode offers valuable perspectives for educational leaders navigating today's challenging landscape.

Navigating Controversy by Circling Up

In this week's episode, Jeff and Leader Chat producer Kris Richard discuss Cognia's upcoming Leadership Circle Summit in January 2025.

As a school leader, you have a pivotal role in shaping the educational outcomes of students across the country and directly influencing the quality of education within your community. However, even leaders need professional development opportunities occasionally to keep their “iron sharp.” 

Join us for our 3rd annual Leadership Circle Summit at Cognia’s corporate headquarters in Alpharetta, GA, January 13-15, 2025. 

Learn pragmatic solutions from our expert keynote speakers, Amanda Ripley, AJ Crabill and Dr. Mark Elgart. 

Connect with other educational leaders to identify simple solutions to complex problems, share governance challenges and establish critical professional networks that best support your work.

Find out more about Cognia's Leadership Circle Summit at https://www.cognia.org/news-events/events/ under the "Conferences" section. Contact us directly for more information or questions by emailing us at leadershipcircle@cognia.org or by contacting our event coordinator, Katie Hall, at katie.hall@cognia.org 

Episode 104: Leading a Movement of Culturally Responsive Teaching with Zaretta Hammond

In this engaging episode of Leader Chat, Jeff speaks with teacher educator and author of Culturally Responsive Teaching & The Brain, Zaretta Hammond. Jeff and Zaretta delve into the importance of culturally responsive teaching, productive struggle, and building strong teacher-student learning partnerships. Zaretta also discusses the integration of neuroscience with teaching practices and provides practical leadership strategies to support instructional equity.