EdVantage with David Young

Resiliency and Neuroscience with Horacio Sanchez

Horacio Sanchez, one of the nation’s most prominent experts on resiliency and applying brain science to improve school outcomes, joins me on the podcast today. Horacio shares some fascinating insights how certain elements of our school culture can impact student behavior, academic achievement, and resiliency. It’s a “behind the curtain” conversation that reveals how our actions as teachers and leaders can make a profound difference in each student’s life.

Cultivating Culture with Jimmy Casas

Author, podcaster, publisher, and all-around educational leadership expert Jimmy Casas joins the show today. We discuss his journey in education, the process of creating a healthy culture in your school or district, plus lots of great ideas for school leaders. Jimmy will be the Day 1 keynote speaker at Central Kentucky EDUCON on June 10 in Richmond, KY. For more information on EDUCON, visit www.ckec.org/EDUCON [http://www.ckec.org/EDUCON]. For more resources from Jimmy, visit his website at www.jimmycasas.com [http://www.jimmycasas.com].

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Hiring for Talent with Superintendent Mike Lafavers

It's hiring season again, and let's face it - there is nothing more important we do as leaders. Those who hire well give the organization an unparalleled opportunity to exponentially "leap forward" to higher levels of achievement. The best leaders know how to target, recognize, and prioritize high levels of talent when considering applicants.Mike Lafavers, former superintendent of Boyle County Schools, joined the podcast a while back to to talk about the importance of searching for, prioritizing, and finding the most talented individuals during the hiring process. .

Principal Matters Host Will Parker

Principals matter on EdVantage! Will Parker, host of the popular national podcast Principal Matters: The School Leader’s Podcast, joins me today. Will is an author, consultant, speaker, and executive coach who leverages his expertise in school culture, leadership, and communication to equip educators with strategies for motivating students, inspiring teachers, and reaching communities. His latest book Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? An Educator‘s Guide To Doing What You Love is sure to be a favorite among district and school leaders. You can learn more about Will at www.williamdparker.com [http://www.williamdparker.com/].

The Future Of Education (Part 1)

Take a look at what is happening in the educational ecosystem - in our communities, state, legislature, funding, etc. It’s pretty to see that things are changing. As leaders, if we can anticipate the changes and make proactive shifts, it positions our schools and districts positively when those changes occur. This episode (and the blog post below) dig into the future of education and what we can do to be ready for it. Blog Post: https://www.davidyoungeducation.com/post/the-changing-landscape-of-education-how-schools-can-thrive-in-a-competitive-future