Jimmy shares a personal experience where his approach to student behavior was rooted in a compliance mentality, focusing on punishment rather than understanding. This experience led him to realize the need for a shift from a culture of compliance to one of investment.

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Kirsten Frankovich shares how she sat in the Interview Chair as a young, strong, and confident leader and left the chair feeling broken and wondering if she was truly ready for the role. She emphasizes the importance of women leaders embracing motherhood, knowing that it makes you stronger both at home and at work, and reminds us of how we can regain our confidence when someone believes in us.

In this engaging conversation, David James shares his journey from substitute teacher to assistant principal, and back to classroom teacher, and his role in leading the Wolfpack Workshop Series professional development for staff. David also discusses his commitment to mentoring new teachers and creating a culture of learning by investing in both new and veteran educators to enhance student achievement.

In this episode of the Interview Chair, host Jimmy Casas shares insights from coaching leaders, emphasizing the need for personal connection to build trust with all members of the school community.

In this episode, Lynmara Colón opens up about her journey from self-doubt to self-empowerment. Through the guidance of key mentors, Lynmara discovered the power of bilingualism, the importance of owning her intelligence, and the courage to step fully into who she is. Today, she is dedicated to breaking down barriers for Latina women and others who are facing similar challenges, and encouraging them to reach for their dreams.