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School Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast: Rethinking School Culture—Phones, Principals, and the Road AheadIn this episode, we dive into the hot-button issue of cell phone bans in schools—what’s driving the movement, what the research says, and how it’s impacting students and teachers alike. Then we shift gears to explore what every principal should be prioritizing this school year, from instructional leadership to community-building. Finally, we look ahead to the future of education: What trends are emerging, and how can schools evolve to meet the moment?Whether you're an educator, parent, policymaker, or just passionate about learning, this episode offers grounded insights and bold questions to spark your thinki...
2025-09-0234 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast | - Tough Times, Smart Leadership: How to Navigate Challenges with Confidence🚨 Big Changes Coming to the Podcast! 🚨This week, we're shifting gears to make School Rules Podcast an even better companion to my graduate courses. 🎓We’re diving into how leaders should respond during challenging times, offering practical strategies for staying grounded when the pressure is on. Plus, I’m sharing the top 9 lessons I learned as a school principal—the good, the tough, and the game-changing insights every leader needs.Hit play and let's get into it! 🔥#SchoolRulesPodcast #Leadership #Education #GradSchool #PrincipalLife #LeadershipInCrisis #LessonsLearned #FutureLeaders
2025-06-1125 minSchool Rules Podcast🎙️ School Rules Podcast: Authentic Leadership, Publishing in Higher Ed & Summer Advice for EducatorsIn this episode of the School Rules Podcast, we dive into three crucial topics for educators and school leaders:✅ Authentic Leadership: What does it really mean to lead with authenticity? We break down the key principles and how they shape meaningful leadership in schools.📚 Why Publishing Matters in Higher Education: Whether you're an aspiring scholar or a seasoned educator, publishing is more than just an academic exercise—it's a way to shape the conversation around leadership and learning.☀️ Summer Advice for Teachers & Principals: As the school year wraps up, what should educators be prioritizing? From self-care to strategic planning, I share ins...
2025-06-0333 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast | Leadership Matters: E5:2025📢 School Rules Podcast | Leadership Matters 🎙️Welcome to *School Rules Podcast*! In this episode, we tackle the complexities of leadership with thought-provoking discussions on: ✅ **The Absence of Leadership** – What happens when leadership fails? We examine the consequences of ineffective leadership and explore strategies for addressing leadership gaps. ✅ **Special Interview with Craig Randall** – The author of *Trust-Based Observations* joins us for an insightful conversation on trust, evaluation, and leadership in education. trustbased.comcraig@trustbased.com✅ **Transformational Leadership** – How can leaders inspire real change? We break down the principles of transformational leadership and its impact on organizations. 🔥 Whether you're an educator, administrator, or leadership enthusias...
2025-05-2143 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast: Literacy, Leadership, and Policy SpecialThis is a School Rules Podcast Special Episode! For this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses special topics as a guest speaker for READ 6693: Literacy, Leadership, and Policy course for Dr. JaNiece Elzy-Palmer at Texas Woman's University. In this special, we discuss Education Policy, Advocacy in Education, the Importance of Voting, and the Implications for Closing the Department of Education.
2025-04-2454 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast: E4-2025: Curriculum Controversy, Student Discipline, Crucial Conversations, and Principal Effectiveness, Part 2In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses recent controversial curricula that are are impacting schools. We also discuss ways to manage students discipline as a school leader and managing difficult conversations. Lastly, we visit part two of our four part series on principal effectiveness. This week: Leadership skills
2025-04-0836 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast: E3-2025: Re-thinking Education, Public Education is Important, Principal EffectivenessIn this episode, Dr. Burkett talks about finding and supporting the unsung "grinders" in your school. We also discuss the importance of public education and how it is the cornerstone of our society. Finally, we start a 4 part series on what makes an effective principal starting with Professionalism and Ethics. #teachers #education #leadership #school #principal
2025-03-2629 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast: E2-2025: Keller ISD, Ethical Leadership, and Moral vs. Servant LeadershipIn this episode, Dr. Burkett provides an update on the conversations happenings in Keller ISD regarding the district split. He also explores the concepts of ethical leadership and the differences between moral and servant leadership.
#educationalleadership #leadership #ethics #moral #servants #schoolleadership #kellerisd #schoolboard
2025-02-0637 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast: E1-2025: Special Guest Shawna Lee, Leadership, and Keller ISD BreakdownThis week my guest is Shawna Lee. She is a keynote poet, Legacy Designer, educator, speaker, and author of the book "Juicy Gems: Never Doubt Yourself Again". She is also the CEO for PRISM of Transformation, LLC.
We also discuss what happens when there is an absence of #leadership and what it means to be a #transformationalleader.
Lastly, we breakdown the issues happening in #kellerisd and how the district reached a point where they want to divide the school district.
We did a School Rules Podcast Breakdown last week on the school board...
2025-01-2244 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast Breakdown: The Keller ISD Split Debate Update
In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett gives a quick update on the drama surrounding the Keller ISD district split proposed by the school board and the community response.
2025-01-1710 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast: E5-2024: Closing the DOE, the Evolving Principal, and Mental HealthIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses what would happen if the federal government were to close the Department of Education. He also talks about the evolving role of the school principal and acknowledges the mental health challenges of teachers.
2024-12-0336 minSchool Rules PodcastSRP Breakdown: Constructed Response Questions Series: What is a Constructed Response Question?In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett discusses the themes and concepts found in a Constructed Response Question on the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader Certification Exam.
#PAILexam #268test #principal #principalcertification #certification #texas #principalasinstructionalleader
2024-11-2010 minSchool Rules PodcastSRP Breakdown: Constructed Response Questions Series: What is Constructed Response Question #4?What is Constructed Response Question #4?
In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett breaks down the concepts required to master CRQ2 on the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader (PAIL) exam. This test is required for principal certification in the state of Texas.
2024-11-1812 minSchool Rules PodcastSRP Breakdown: Constructed Response Questions Series: What is Constructed Response Question #3?What is Constructed Response Question #3?
In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett breaks down the concepts required to master CRQ2 on the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader (PAIL) exam. This test is required for principal certification in the state of Texas.
2024-11-1811 minSchool Rules PodcastSRP Breakdown: Constructed Response Questions Series: What is Constructed Response Question #1What is Constructed Response Question 1?
In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett breaks down the concepts required to master CRQ1 on the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader (PAIL) exam. This test is required for principal certification in the state of Texas.
2024-11-1611 minSchool Rules PodcastSRP Breakdown: Constructed Response Questions Series: What is Constructed Response Question #2?What is Constructed Response Question #2?
In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett breaks down the concepts required to master CRQ2 on the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader (PAIL) exam. This test is required for principal certification in the state of Texas.
2024-11-1612 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast: E4-2024:Interview with Christina Hidek and Systems ThinkingIn this episode of the School Rules Podcast, Dr. Burkett interviews Christina Hidek with PTO Answers and discusses the concept of Systems Thinking in schools.
2024-11-0639 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast: E3-2024: AVID, Policy in Higher Ed, and Interviewing TechniquesIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses concepts of the AVID program, why there needs to be appropriate policy in higher education, and eight essential tips and tricks necessary for interviewing for your next job.
2024-10-0341 minSchool Rules PodcastSchool Rules Podcast: E2: F2024: Academic Affairs, Special Education, Presidential Election, and Education HeadlinesIn this episode, Dr. Burkett breaks down academic affairs and why there are college classes on Taylor Swift. He also discusses concepts inside of Special Education. This episode also includes a promo for a future feature on where each presidential candidate stands on major education issues. Lastly, we will cover the latest education headlines.
2024-09-1736 minSchool Rules PodcastSR Podcast: E1:F2024: History of Texas Education and Higher EducationIn this first episode of the School Rules Podcast, Dr. Burkett discusses a brief history of public education in the state of Texas and a brief history and commentary on the history of higher education.
2024-09-0324 min
Echoes of the YardThe Full HBCU Experience ft. Jerry Burkett IIIn Episode 11, Kendyl Terrell is joined by Southern baseball player Jerry Burkett II.Jerry dreamt of playing for LSU, but knew that if that didn't happen then he would only want to play for an HBCU. So still going to school in Baton Rouge and getting to play against (and spoiler: beat!) LSU was a dream come true.Overall, Jerry took full advantage of the full HBCU experience by being an athlete, president of SAAC, a member of Kappa Alpha Psi and more. He was very intentional about his...
2024-08-2120 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL Podcast: E10-2024: Emotional Leadership and Growing New LeadersIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses emotional intelligence in leadership roles and the aspects needed to grow the next generation of leaders.
2024-07-1123 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL Podcast: E9-2024: Gender Leadership, Having Difficult Conversations, Education HeadlinesIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses Gender Leadership, How to have crucial or difficult conversations, and the latest education headlines for the week of June 10, 2024.
2024-06-1824 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL Podcast: E8-2024: Ethical Leadership and Developing Teacher CapacityIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the concepts of Ethical Leadership and shares how school leaders can work to develop growth in their teachers.
2024-06-1028 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL Podcast: Episode 2024-7: Transformational, Standardized Testing, HeadlinesIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the traits of a Transformational Leader, the impact of standardized testing on children, the latest education headlines, and shares an important wellness activity on taking breaks.
2024-05-2226 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL Podcast: Episode 2024-6: Positionality, Columbine Anniversary, Systems Thinking, and HeadlinesIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the important concept of Positionality in conducting research. We also honor the 25th anniversary of the Columbine shooting, discuss Systems Thinking in school management, talk about the latest headlines in education.
2024-04-2449 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL Podcast: Episode 2024-5: Standardized Testing, Complicated Education, Servant Leadership, and Human CapitalIn this podcast, Dr. Burkett discusses standardized testing, how education has gotten complicated, servant leadership, and dealing with human capital on your campus.
2024-04-1138 min
The Deep End with Joey MuddThe Deep End with Joey MuddThe Deep End with Joey MuddAll Lounge and Jazz from KentuckyOriginally aired February 7, 2024Show #502 Artist - SongGary Edwards & SAGE - On With The ShowButch Kaufman & Fusion - Going CrazyLyons & Howell - Listen To MeRichard Smith - Proud MaryJill Jeffries & The New Kermit - Soul ShakeThe Bob Millard Trio - Scotch & SodaThe Gigolos - One Mint JulepLeaves Of Autumn - Eleanor Rigby
2024-02-271h 59School Rules PodcastPSL: Episode 2024-4: Conflict, Difficult Conversations, and Gun ViolenceIn this episode of the Project: School Leadership Podcast, Dr. Burkett talks about strategies for managing conflict and how to navigate through difficult conversations. He also introduces a new Op-Ed segment providing commentary on the latest incidence of gun violence in America involving children.
2024-02-2325 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL Podcast: Episode 2024-3: Wellness Activities, Proposal Writing, and Equality and Equal AccessIn this weekly update from February 6, 2024, Dr. Burkett discusses course surveys, wellness activities, the reason we are working on proposal writing, and covers this week's lecture on Equality and Equal Access.
2024-02-0627 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL Podcast: 2024-2: Shared Leadership, Empowerment, Hiring, and CollaborationIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the importance of practicing shared leadership. Concepts covered include empowerment. hiring practices, and collaboration.
2024-01-2313 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL Podcast: Episode 2024-1: Values, Ethics, and Dignity in EducationIn this podcast lecture, we explore the basic concepts of values and ethics and how these are applied in a school leadership context.
In education, according to the National Education Association Code of Ethics, the educator, believing in the worth and dignity of each human being, recognizes the supreme importance of the pursuit of truth, devotion to excellence, and the nurture of the democratic principles.
2024-01-1713 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL: Denton ISD: E5-2023: MindfullnessIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the stresses of being a building principal and shares techniques principals can do to relieve their stress and anxiety.
2023-12-0414 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL: Denton ISD: E4-2023: Building Relational CapacityIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses ways that busy principals can build relationships and connect with their school community.
2023-11-1313 minSchool Rules PodcastPodcast Lecture: Special Education, Restraint, and DisciplineIn this podcast lecture, Dr. Burkett talks about when to apply legal student restraint, the process for the manifest ARD meeting, and when to apply discipline for special education students.
2023-10-3113 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL: E2:2023: Texas HB 3 School Safety BillIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the impact of Texas House Bill 3 on schools. We discuss the funding, ramifications of the bills on school districts, and how we even got to this point.
2023-10-1725 minSchool Rules PodcastPSL: Denton ISD: E1-2023:Lead with Your StrengthsIn this episode of Project: School Leadership, Dr. Burkett talks about how school leaders, especially those who are early in their careers, should think about their leadership strengths and work to maximize those strengths for their school.
2023-10-0913 minSchool Rules PodcastELDR 6603: Podcast Lecture: My Experience in Higher EducationIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses his experiences in higher education administration and some sound advice for people who want to enter this field of work.
2023-07-2010 minSchool Rules PodcastELDR 6603: Podcast Lecture: Policy and GovernanceIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses standards, policy, and procedures and how these relate to governing an organization.
2023-07-1108 minSchool Rules PodcastELDR 6603: Politics in Education, Part OneIn this episode, Dr. Burkett gives an introduction to how politics influences education on the K12 and higher education levels. This is part one of a two part series.
2023-07-1116 minSchool Rules PodcastELDR 6513: Podcast Lecture: Using Data to Assess Where You AreIn this podcast lecture, Dr. Burkett discusses his philosophy on using data to drive instruction. He also makes suggestions for leaders on how to use data, when to collect data, and how often.
2023-06-2110 minSchool Rules PodcastELDR 6513: Podcast Lecture: Coaching vs. MentoringIn this Podcast Lecture, Dr. Burkett breaks down the differences between being a mentor and a coach from his perspective.
2023-06-1411 minSchool Rules PodcastELDR 6513: Podcast Lecture: Developing Teacher CapacityIn this podcast lecture, Dr. Burkett discusses 6 ways you can develop your teachers on your campus. Highlights include:
1. Helping teachers learn new skills and dispositions to learn new ways of thinking so they can accomplish their work
2. Finding and encouraging existing teacher leaders
3. Teacher morale – Believe in your teachers, tell them you believe in them, trust in their knowledge of students, curriculum, content, and instruction.
4. Setting expectations and inspecting what you expect.
5. Professional Learning Communities – you are doing them wrong!
--Discussions about instruction, not just...
2023-06-0716 min
School Rules PodcastPSL: E1:2023: School Shooting and Teacher ShortagesIn this episode of Project: School Leadership, Dr. Burkett tackles some of the proposed solutions to school shootings in America. He also discusses teacher contract ideas that superintendents and human resources directors should explore to address teacher shortages.
2023-04-1220 minSchool Rules PodcastELDR 5323: Podcast Lecture: Employee DocumentationIn this podcast lecture, Dr. Burkett discusses the process of collecting documentation for the purposes of managing employee discipline.
2023-03-2912 min
School Rules PodcastELDR 5323: Podcast Lecture: Campus CrisisIn this podcast lecture, Dr. Burkett discusses the different types of campus crisis a school leader could face and the best ways to handle crisis on your campus.
2023-03-0909 minSchool Rules Podcast268 Exam Preparation: Selected-Response QuestionsThis video covers the strategies and breakdown of the Selected-Response Questions from the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader exam. Strategies covered include Think Best Practices, Perfect World Scenarios, and Relying on Your Own Knowledge of Education.
2023-03-0113 minSchool Rules PodcastELDR 5323: Administrative Process in Schools: Student DisciplineIn this lecture podcast for ELDR 5323: Admin Process in Schools, we discuss the 3 main aspects of conducting student discipline as a school administrator.
2023-02-2810 minSchool Rules Podcast268 Training: Domains and CompetenciesA breakdown of the domains, competencies, and strands that are used to develop the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader Exam.
2023-02-1505 min
School Rules PodcastELP: High-Stakes Testing: Why Everyone Involved is Complicit in this Horrible PracticeIn this episode, Dr. Jerry R. Burkett shares his thoughts on the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness test also known as the STAAR test. This test given by the State of Texas each year is filled with flaws and causes major anxiety in students, teachers, and parents. Dr. Burkett shares how each stakeholder responsible for this test is complicit in how the exam is given each year.
2023-02-0232 minSchool Rules PodcastELDR 6503: School Finance: Education. Whose Responsibility Is It?In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the concept of education, who should access, and who should be responsible for funding education
2023-02-0204 minSchool Rules PodcastELDR 6503: School Finance: School Funding InequitiesIn this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses where school funding comes from and why there are natural inequities in the funding system.
2023-02-0213 minSchool Rules PodcastELDR 6503: School Finance: The Principal as a Marketing DirectorHave we entered an era where the principal needs to serve as a marketing director for their school? In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses his experience with charter school competition and advocating for his students and school community.
2023-02-0205 minSchool Rules PodcastELP: The Education GapIn the first episode of the season for the Leadership 21 Podcast, Dr. Burkett talks about the Education Gap and how it's not the fault of the educator to solve it.
2022-09-2109 minSchool Rules PodcastEducation Today Podcast 2020-4In this episode, we discuss how teachers are dealing with teaching virtually during COVID-19, give shout outs to school districts who are doing a great job during this transition, and what does the new reality look like for schools when/if they open this fall?
2020-04-2920 minSchool Rules PodcastEducation Today Podcast Ep: 2020-3I this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses COVID-19 and how educators across North Texas have responded to the virus.
2020-03-2616 minSchool Rules PodcastEducation Today Podcast, Ep. 2019-2In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the impact of school start times on students and the potential educational aspects of the popular game Fortnite.
2019-05-3031 min