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Episode #92: Spring ideas and traditions - Guest Melissa Wright Apr 12, 2022

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Join Phil Boyte and guest Melissa Wright for ideas to encourage and celebrate staff and students at the end of the school year. Melissa shares ways to build school culture, boost morale on campus, and bring back fun and meaningful spring traditions.

Melissa is a Jostens Renaissance Advisor and Mathematics and Dance Teacher at Kennebecasis Valley High School in Quispamsis, NB, Canada.

Episode #91: Tiny moments make a difference - Guest Shyana Frost Mar 31, 2022

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In this episode, Phil Boyte and Shyana Frost, COO of Learning for Living, talk about how tiny moments everyday help build trust and relationships on campus. Shyana shares examples why it is important to communicate effectively and acknowledge the dedication, achievements, and hard moments that our colleagues and students are experiencing.

Also, stay tuned until the end to hear an announcement about a NEW leadership program for administrators, "People First Administrator Training." Learn more: https://www.learningforliving.com/administrator-training

Episode #90: Mental Wellness - Guest Lianna Gantz Mar 08, 2022

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Phil Boyte and guest Lianna Gantz, Central HS Teacher and 2021 Texas Student Council Advisor of the Year, discuss school culture and mental wellness. Lianna and her students work together to plan "Mental Wellness" Week and "Stop the Silence" Week to increase awareness and understanding of mental health and suicide prevention. Listen in to hear her ideas on sharing positivity, creating a caring campus, and building relationships with a "10 Gives, 1 Ask" approach.

Episode #89: Redefining Education - Guest Maureen Stover Feb 22, 2022

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Phil Boyte and guest Maureen Stover, 2021 National Teacher of the Year finalist, discuss redefining education coming out of the pandemic. Opportunities include creating a culture of trust, support, and intentional communications. Also, hear about Maureen's equity in education initiative with her North Carolina regional team.

Episode #88: Student engagement ideas - Guest Scott Backovich Feb 08, 2022

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In this episode, Phil Boyte and guest Scott Backovich, founder of ENVOLVE Schools, share "Student Engagement Ideas." Scott shares his approach on being a silver lining specialist, the importance of staff and student acknowledgement, and student activities you can do this spring to increase student involvement and create community.

Episode #87: Leadership in Education - Guest Rachael George Jan 25, 2022

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Listen in to hear Rachael George's incredible journey to education and her passion to pay it forward. She shares advice from her book Principaled as well as her newly released book, She Leads: The Women's Guide to a Career in Educational Leadership, including strategies to navigate leadership positions and building school culture. Phil and Rachael also discuss the value of taking time to hear each other's stories to create a culture that puts people first.

Episode #86: Healthy Culture - Guest Vince Caguin Jan 11, 2022

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In this episode, Vince Caguin, Natomas Unified Executive Director of Nutrition Services & Warehousing, shares 3 mantras on building "Healthy Culture" with a focus on child nutrition, taking care of staff, and supporting local farmers. For Vince and his dedicated team, "it's more than food" as they quickly became a cornerstone for the community during the pandemic. Listen in to hear Vince's secret recipe to the success of his program.

Episode #85: SEL ideas to build community in the classroom - Guest Kelly Griffin Dec 07, 2021

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Kelly Griffin wants to "change the educational ecosystem" with an emphasis on social emotional learning (SEL). She shares numerous SEL activities to help build community in the classroom. Kelly also discusses the importance of teaching and practicing self-awareness, self-management, and coping skills.

CLICK HERE for the Better Together Connect Cards that Kelly mentions during this episode.

Episode #84: 3 skills to build a positive self-identity - Guest Donovan Taylor Hall Nov 16, 2021

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Donovan Taylor Hall, youth advocate and educator, is an inspiring, positive force for youth. He helps kids improve their most important relationship… the one they have with themselves.

Donovan shares 3 skills to help students build a positive self-identity. Listen in to hear about the importance of encouraging helpful self-talk, creating a growth mindset, and practicing gratitude.

Episode #83: Get on your feet leadership - Guest Brooke Barton Oct 21, 2021

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Brooke Barton is on a mission to build positive school culture and develop "get on your feet" leaders … because as Brooke says, you can't lead sitting down!

Don't miss her school's unique approach to the typical canned food drive that gets more students involved, the "Big Greet" to welcome students mid semester, and more ideas that help build amazing campus culture!

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