In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the journey and insights of Dr. Andrea Holowka, Superintendent of Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools. Dr. Holokwa discusses her career path from Calgary Catholic and Calgary Board of Education to her current role. She highlights the challenges and learnings in transitioning between educational systems and the importance of building relationships and maintaining a unified but flexible school community. The conversation covers leadership strategies, the impact of networking, the integration of technology, specifically AI, in education, and the nuances of guiding a faith-based educational division. Join us for an enlightening discussion on leadership, adaptability, and the future of education.
00:00 Leaving Calgary Catholic: A Leadership Journey Begins
01:09 Welcome Back to the Podcast
01:36 Introducing Dr. Andrea Holowka
02:55 Challenges and Strategies in a Spread-Out School Division
11:20 Balancing Faith and Academic Excellence
12:33 Andrea's Leadership Journey and Lessons Learned
18:51 Navigating Organizational Differences
26:25 Leadership Challenges and Public Scrutiny
31:17 Advice for Aspiring Leaders
37:00 Fun and Personal Insights
