In this episode, I had the honor of welcoming Dr. Jocelyn Logan-Friend to the podcast to talk about her early upbringing in Washington, D.C, lessons learned from her basketball career, the origin of Logan & Friends, and the birth of the ECI (Equity, Creativity & Innovation) framework. To learn more about Jocelyn's work, you can visit the Logan & Friends websites at loganandfriends.community or follow her on Instagram (@loganandfriends.community) and LinkedIn.
BIO:
Dr. Jocelyn Logan-Friend is the Founder and CEO of Logan & Friends, an organization dedicated to shaping the future of education through equity, creativity, and innovation. With over 20 years of experience in education, she has held various roles, including teacher, principal, and district administrator. Dr. Logan-Friend earned her Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership and Administration from the University of Southern California. She also holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership and Administration from California State University, Northridge, and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English from the University of California, Los Angeles.
Her diverse experiences and educational background have significantly influenced her approach to education, emphasizing the importance of equity and innovation.Dr. Logan-Friend spent seven years living and working in South Africa, experiences that have significantly influenced her approach to education.
She is also a poet, sharing her musings on human connection and experiences under the moniker "Writings on the Ceiling." Through Logan & Friends, Dr. Logan-Friend offers services such as education program design and implementation, school improvement and transformation, and motivational speaking engagements. Her work is characterized by a relentless commitment to driving positive outcomes for students and educators alike.
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