In episode four of the Superintendent Studio, Dr. Quintin Shepherd explores the role of storytelling in educational leadership. He highlights how sharing authentic stories builds connection, reinforces culture, and amplifies the ‘why’ behind important initiatives.
In this episode of Superintendent Studio, Dr. Quintin Shepherd highlights how convocation can serve as a launch pad for strategic messaging, more than just a performance, but a way to inspire and align staff for the year ahead.
In the second installment of Superintendent Studio, Dr. Quintin Shepherd underscores the power of strategic communication in school leadership. He shares practical ways to craft and reinforce a clear, repeatable message that unites staff and community.
As Clayton Christensen said, "disruption is not about tearing things down. It's about doing things better". With that in mind we are joined by Dr. Kara Coglianese, Superintendent of Crete-Monee School District 201-U in Crete, IL. Dr. Coglianese discusses the challenges and transformations in education post-COVID. She emphasizes the importance of mental health, personalized learning, and adapting to the needs of students in a high poverty community. The conversation also explores the role of technology and AI in education, as well as innovative approaches to career pathways and the future structure of schooling.
In this Back-to-School 5-in-5 Playbook, Dr. Quintin Shepherd shares key insights that will span over five episodes — practical, focused, and ready to support your journey into the new school year. These are the big ideas he believes will shape how we connect, lead, and grow together. Here is the first of the playbook.
As Clayton Christensen said, "disruption is not about tearing things down. It's about doing things better". With that in mind we are joined by Dr. Tiffany Brunson, Superintendent of ESD 159 in Matteson, IL. Dr. Brunson discusses her journey in education, the challenges of funding and equity, the importance of redefining success in education, and the role of AI in shaping the future of learning. Join this inspiring conversation with "host leader" and positive disruptor, Dr. Tiffany Brunson.
Thriving Schoolhouse Podcast Episode #005: Daniel Buck on Educational Fundamentals and the Importance of Classics
Topics Included:
Fundamentals
Understanding the classics
Join Matt Kinnaman and SBAE Executive Director David Hoyt as they discuss the value and achievement potential that exists as board members and superintendents collaborate to do “whatever it takes” for the students they represent.
As Superintendent Dr. Quintin Shepherd transitions to Pflugerville ISD he shares about a twenty-year career that has led him to practice compassionate leadership, to pursue performance based contracts and the notion and possibility of rebirth - both in education and in life - as explored through his latest book "Transforming Education" available now on Amazon.
Thriving Schoolhouse Podcast Episode #004: Sam Feeney on Finding Meaningful Work and Employee Motivation
Topics Included:
Career Factors Coaching Program
Finding Meaningful Work
Employee Motivation
A “real superintendent” conversation series about leadership and achievement featuring a New Era member.
A “real superintendent” conversation series about leadership and achievement featuring a New Era member.
Thriving Schoolhouse Podcast Episode #003: Thomas Fisher on Teacher Preparation, EdTPA, and GoReact
Topics included:
EdTPA
Teacher Recruitment
GoReact
Teacher Preparation
Today’s Disrupting Education for Good podcast Episode 01 hosted by Matt Kinnaman includes special guest Superintendent Dr. Jim Capolupo.
Thriving Schoolhouse Podcast Episode #002: David Spellmon on Hip Hop Education, Student Behavior, and Social-Emotional Learning
Topics covered within this episode include:
Positive Archer Solutions
Student Behavior Issues
Hip Hop Education
Thriving Schoolhouse Podcast Episode #001: Dr. Matthew Younis on Teacher Recruitment, Curriculum Adoption, and Project-Based Learning
Topics included in this episode:
Teacher Recruitment and Retention
Publicizing Our Schools
Project Based Learning
Curriculum Adoption