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Educational Leadership with Principal JLEpisode 28: Navigating School Leadership: Identity, Culture, and Lessons from Dr. Cynthia RapaidoFan Mail!From reluctant administrator to award-winning principal, Dr. Cynthia Rapaido's remarkable 30-year journey through educational leadership offers powerful insights for anyone considering school administration. What began as an academic exercise to move up the salary scale unexpectedly blossomed into a 22-year administrative career spanning assistant principalship, principalship, and higher education mentoring.Dr. Rapaido's story uniquely illuminates the intersection of cultural identity and educational leadership. As a Filipino woman navigating leadership roles traditionally dominated by different voices, she learned to balance her cultural values emphasizing harmony with the directness required for effective administration. Her powerful...2025-04-2852 min
BizBlendDiscover Your Fruit Leadership Style with Dr. Cynthia RapaidoIn this insightful episode of BizBlend, host Sana dives into a refreshing take on leadership with Dr. Cynthia Rapaido, celebrated educator, leadership coach, and author of Step Up Your School Leadership Game. Together, they explore Dr. Cynthia’s unique Fruit Leadership Style, a metaphorical framework that helps leaders understand their strengths and areas for growth through four fruits—apple, grape, pineapple, and orange. Sana even takes the leadership assessment live, offering listeners a personal glimpse into the exercise. Whether you're a school leader, entrepreneur, or team builder, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to lead with greater purpose and...2025-04-2628 min
Cold-Pressed Conversations™The Fruit Leadership Chart: Understanding Your Style📌 Are you leading with confidence—or just surviving the chaos?
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Dr. Cynthia Rapaido, seasoned educational leader and mentor, to explore a refreshing take on leadership: the Fruit Leadership Chart.
Whether you’re a new assistant principal or a seasoned school leader, her insights will reshape how you approach your role, your wellness, and your legacy.
⏱️ TOP 5 MUST-WATCH MOMENTS
00:02:10 – 🍎 The Fruit Leadership Chart: Are you an apple, pineapple, grape, or orange?
00:05:48 – 🧠 The power of embracing your multifaceted identity as a leader
00:08:12 – ❤️ Social welln...2025-04-0922 min
Coaching In SessionServant Leadership in Education: Empowering Teachers and Students with Cynthia Rapaido | Coaching In Session Ep.560In this episode of Coaching In Session, host Michael Rearden sits down with Cynthia Rapaido, a seasoned educator and leadership coach, to discuss the transformative power of servant leadership in schools. Cynthia shares her inspiring journey from high school science teacher to principal and now leadership coach, offering valuable insights into building relationships with students and teachers, navigating school administration challenges, and fostering professional growth.This conversation explores the importance of feedback, the role of educators in shaping future leaders, and how servant leadership can uplift both teachers and students to thrive in t...2025-02-2639 min
Unbreakable MompreneursStep Up Your Leadership Game: Lessons from Dr. Cynthia RapaidoIn this empowering and insightful episode of Unbreakable Mompreneurs, host Charisse Walker is joined by the accomplished Dr. Cynthia Rapaido, an educator, coach, and author of Step Up Your School Leadership Game. With over 35 years of experience in public education, including roles as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal, Dr. Rapaido shares her incredible journey of shaping lives and fostering leadership.
Dr. Rapaido delves into the evolution of education over the decades, sharing how parenting, students, and the roles of educators have shifted. She provides invaluable advice to parents on how to prepare their children for high...2025-01-2919 min
Educator Forever114. Supporting School Leaders with Cynthia RapaidoCynthia Rapaido is a highly accomplished educator with over 30 years of experience in K-12 education. She’s spent time as a high school principal, assistant principal and teacher, and went on to do work many roles in higher education. With so much experience built up over the years, she recently put the lessons she learned into her book, “Step Up Your School Leadership Game.” In our discussion, Cynthia emphasizes the importance of mentorship and networking in education. She also breaks down the strategies she’s developed, such as the Fruit Leadership Chart to foster better understanding and collabor...2024-12-1831 min
Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Christopher H. Loo, MD-PhD#1195 - Navigating Educational Leadership with Dr. Cynthia Rapaido: A Journey from Teacher to PrincipalIn this episode, Dr. Cynthia Rapaido shares her inspiring 30-year journey from teaching high school biology to becoming a principal. We explore the challenges of transitioning into administration, the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in schools, and how leaders can create equitable access to education for all students. Dr. Rapaido also offers insights into preparing aspiring school leaders for success, aligning school goals with state and community expectations, and her passion for multicultural education.
To check out Dr. Rapaido's book, "Step Up Your School Leadership Game" head on over to Amazon (affiliate): https://amzn.to/4...2024-10-0414 min
Famous Interviews with Joe DiminoAuthor & Educator Dr. Cynthia RapaidoWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Author & Educator Dr. Cynthia Rapaido .. She is a highly accomplished educator that holds an Ed.D. in International and Multicultural Education and an M.A. in Educational Administration from the University of San Francisco. With over 30 years of experience in K–12 education, she has served as a high school principal, assistant principal, and teacher, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the educational landscape across various schools and districts in California. Her dedication extends to higher education. She currently lives in the Bay...2024-10-0317 min