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The NEURODIVERGENT PodcastConversation with Neurodivergent Chef Tzarina and Jannice Jones talking about Dyslexia, ADHD and AutismSend us a textIn this podcast episode, neurodivergent positive psychologist Jannice Jones interviewed Tzarina Mace Ralph, a neurodiverse chef known for her work on "Below Deck," who shared her journey of discovering and embracing her neurodivergence, including diagnoses of dyslexia, ADHD, and possible autism. Tzarina discussed her career path as a chef, her experiences with therapy and personal development, and how her neurodivergent traits have shaped both her professional success and personal growth. The conversation explored various aspects of neurodiversity, including diagnosis, the challenges of managing burnout, and the value of therapy and self-care, while also...
2025-06-1334 min
Transformative PrincipalPlan, Study, Do & Act with Missy Emler & Mia Chmiel #udlconThis episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.Enjoy this special episode.Jethro Jones interviews Missy Emler and Mia Chmiel, who host the UDLForward Community. Missy shares her experiences and insights as a statewide systems coach for UDL in Wisconsin, diving deep into the implementation science framework and the trials...
2024-09-0330 min
Transformative PrincipalFinding Joy in Your UDL with Alex Dang-Lozano #udlconThis episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.Enjoy this special episode.Jethro Jones is joined by Alex Dang-Lozano from WestEd. They discuss the concept of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), the UDL Jam session and Joy Room, and the importance of unstructured interaction spaces at conferences. Alex shares...
2024-08-2914 min
Transformative PrincipalNeurodivergent Education with Adam Lalor #udlconThis episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.Enjoy this special episode.Jethro Jones speaks with Adam Lalor, Vice President at Landmark College. They discuss Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Landmark College's unique approach to educating neurodivergent students, and broader inclusivity in higher education. Get in touch...
2024-08-2714 min
Transformative PrincipalRuckus Making with Mirko Chardin #udlconThis episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.Enjoy this special episode.Jethro Jones interviews Mirko Chardin, the keynote speaker at the UDL Conference. Together, they discuss Universal Design for Learning (UDL), transformative educational moments, and the importance of ensuring that education is accessible and relevant for all students. They...
2024-08-2220 min
Transformative PrincipalSupporting Educators with Accessibility with Kelli Suding and Michelle Soriano #udlconThis episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.Enjoy this special episode.Jethro Jones interviews Kelli Suding and Michelle Soriano, technical assistant specialists at CAST. They discuss their roles in supporting educators with accessibility and universal design for learning (UDL), the significance of storytelling in education, the importance of...
2024-08-2012 min
Transformative PrincipalTaking Control of Your Pension with Hutch Hutchinson Transformative Principal 617Learn how to get the guaranteed highest pension payout. Jethro Jones discusses the "Pension Maximization" strategy for school principals with John "Hutch" Hutchinson. Rather than protecting your spouse by choosing a reduced monthly benefit payment from your pension, you can instead calibrate a life insurance policy to guarantee you the highest monthly pension payout possible. Plus, you can also take extra tax-free income from the cash value as you go. Resources & Timestamps:Comprehensive article on how Pension Maximization works:https://bankingtruths.com/pension-maximization/Video example of Pension Maximization:
2024-08-1839 min
Transformative PrincipalThe Past, Present & Future of UDL with Chief Content Officer David Gordon #udlconThis episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.Enjoy this special episode.Jethro Jones interviews David Gordon, Chief Content Officer of cast. They discuss the 20th and 40th anniversaries of CAST, the evolution of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), the impacts of technology, the development of UDL guidelines, and...
2024-08-1518 min
Transformative PrincipalInsights from UDL-Con with Corinne Quintana & Mrs. G #udlconThis episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.Enjoy this special episode.In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro D. Jones interviews Corinne Quintana and Mrs. G. from Bishop, California. They discuss their roles in the high school, their experiences with UDL (Universal Design for Learning), and the insights...
2024-08-1308 min
Transformative PrincipalBridging Gaps in CTE with Donald Walker #udlconThis episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.Enjoy this special episode.Jethro Jones speaks with Donald Walker, National Career Technical Education Trainer at CAST. They discuss the importance of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in Career Technical Education (CTE), the use of drones to introduce young girls to...
2024-08-0819 min
Transformative PrincipalFostering Student Agency with Shelley Berman #udlconThis episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.Enjoy this special episode.In this special episode recorded live at the UDL-Con: International Conference, host Jethro Jones interviews Shelley Berman, Chair of the Board at CAST, about the transformative nature of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). They explore how UDL shifts t...
2024-08-0619 min
Transformative PrincipalInsights from CAST's Anniversary with CEO Lindsay Jones #udlconThis episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.Enjoy this special episode.In this episode Jethro Jones interviews Lindsay Jones, CEO of CAST, during the UDL-Con: International Conference. They discuss the importance of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), the significance of in-person collaboration, and CAST's mission for the future.
2024-08-0114 min
Transformative PrincipalDoes it hurt enough to change? with Andratesha Fritzgerald #udlconThis episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.Enjoy this special episode.In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones interviews Andratesha Fritzgerald live at the UDL-Con: International Conference. They discuss the concept of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its significance in making learning accessible to all...
2024-07-3117 min
Transformative PrincipalSelf-Efficacy as a Principal with Barbara Flowers Transformative Principal 601In the podcast episode with Barb Flowers on Transformative Principal with Jethro Jones, the discussion centered around self-efficacy and its relation to leadership. Self-efficacy is distinct from confidence and involves an individual's perception of their strengths and weaknesses. Building self-efficacy begins with awareness, humility, and recognizing that family comes first, establishing healthy boundaries. The episode also explored how a leader's self-efficacy impacts the culture and climate of their school. Practical strategies were shared to enhance self-efficacy, such as identifying small achievements, cultivating an adaptive and resilient leadership approach, and recognizing that giving 110% all the time is unsustainable. The conversation...
2024-05-2829 min
Transformative PrincipalWhy We Should Exercise Emotion In Our Leadership with Sean Slade Transformative Principal 598In this episode of Transformative Principal, Jethro Jones engages in a profound discussion with Sean Slade, co-head of North America at BTS Spark, about reevaluating traditional perceptions of leadership, particularly around the management of emotions. Sean challenges the archetype of the stoic, emotionless leader, suggesting that vulnerability, emotion, and personal connection are crucial elements for effective leadership, especially highlighted by observations from the first year of the pandemic. The conversation delves into how leaders who embraced their humanity, admitting uncertainty and fostering relationships, tended to succeed more. Drawing on a study and the insights from the book Embracing MESSY...
2024-05-0628 min
Transformative PrincipalHow To Help Families Find Joy In Reading with Dr. Erin Bailey Transformative Principal 586In this episode, Dr. Erin Bailey joins Jethro Jones to talk about how to engage families in inspiring the joy of reading in children. Making reading backed by research, powered by joyConcerns in children’s reading - not teaching it correctlyTeaching teachers to be culturally responsiveTrain teachers in getting to know their students. Things we should do to teach kids reading: phonological awareness (hearing and manipulating sounds), phonics, vocabulary, fluency (rate, accuracy, expression), and comprehension.Typically science of reading stops at the first two.There’s no one way to teach readingMotivation to readGiving children access to books that t...
2024-02-2735 min
Transformative PrincipalOvercoming your Saboteurs with Jethro Jones and Kelly Hastings Transformative Principal 575In this episodes, Kelly interviews Jethro about his Coaching Practice. If you want a free coaching session like that for yourself, schedule a time here.The power of mental fitness - starts with self, judgment, and relationshipsjethrojones.com/coach 10 saboteurs and how they show up. Sage powers Mastermind coaching vs. Individual coachingSuccess Mindsets
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2023-12-0449 min
Transformative PrincipalUsing AI to Terminate Homework with Jethro Jones - Transformative Principal: Summer of AITeens can use artificial intelligence to help them rock their homework. AI shouldn't be something parents and teachers are afraid of, and I had a great conversation with Transformative Principal Jethro Jones on how teens can use AI to TERMINATE their homework! And by terminate, I mean complete it. Obviously.--See what Jethro is up to at www.jethrojones.com--Register for my new Drop-In Coaching offer for this fall semester by going to www.joeymascio.com/drop-in-coaching--Follow me on Instagram! www.instagram.com/sidekicktohero
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2023-09-1827 min
The Intuitive Entrepreneur ShowThe Intuitive Entrepreneur Show with Host Carol Boston & Guest Christian JonesWe are so excited about this week's Intuitive Entrepreneur Show!!
This week on the show we have Christian Jones.
Explore a captivating conversation covering topics like crystals, spirituality, healing, and family. Gain insights into grounding crystals, breathwork, and empowering questions. Discover the world of spiritual coaching for healers and lightworkers.
Christian is a Spiritual Business Coach specializing in assisting Healers and Soulpreneurs in their journeys. As an Intuitive Quantum Healer, she guides individuals to harness their inner strength and manifest thriving businesses rooted in their unique soul gifts, all while maintaining a sense of alignment.
She generously offers a complimentary...
2023-09-0430 min
Transformative PrincipalExploring the Transformative Power of AI in Education: A Conversation with Kiran Athota and Dr. Wendy Oliver Transformative Principal 554Jethro Jones is interviewing Kiran Athota, CEO of FocalPoint Education, and Dr. Wendy Oliver, Chief Learning Officer at FocalPoint,K12, Inc. The discussion centered around the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education and its impact on student engagement and personalized learning.Athota and Oliver delved into the distinction between AI assistants and human teachers, emphasizing the importance of teachers in catching plagiarism and guiding students. They acknowledged the fear surrounding new technology but highlighted the benefits of AI in understanding student knowledge better than ever before.The conversation also touched on the role...
2023-08-2843 min
Transformative PrincipalBot's Up, Doc? with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 542In this episode, Jethro and Fred discuss chatbots and artificial intelligence. The episode covers the history of chatbots, including the Turing Test and the development of Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, Bing, and Jasper. The potential uses and issues with chatbots are explored, including incomplete or misinformation, theft of intellectual property, inappropriate uses, and threats to various types of jobs. The episode also touches on the impact of chatbots on education and the potential for the weaponization of disinformation, cybersecurity, and more emotion-targeted advertising.Beginning of Cybertraps Podcast Episode IndexWritebettr.com - test out AI with...
2023-07-0330 min
Transformative PrincipalAPLUS framework for adopting AI with Jethro Jones Summer of AI Series Transformative Principal 537In this episode, Jethro Jones introduces the Summer of AI Series on Transformative Principal. All summer, we’ve got some great interviews scheduled to come out with believers, skeptics, and everyone in between all about AI. See the APLUS framework hereJoin the conversation by joining our Facebook group hereAnd, Jethro also shares the AILeader.info resource, a membership site to help you learn how to save time and energy by learning how to use AI most effectively as a school leader. Join here. Jethro als...
2023-06-1216 min
Transformative PrincipalHelping Staff Come into a New School with Eric Makelky and Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 536This is a continuation of our coaching calls with Eric Makelky. Please check our previous episodes 532527523 519 514, 510, 506, and 501In this episode, we talk about onboarding new staff. What Eric has done that has been helpful.District duties and Principal duties.How do we make people stick around?New Teacher Academy - in-house teachers come in and model, share, and showcase practices from their classroom.In-house people leading these things.Half-day around the building - basic information.Make a list, and trickle in during the summer.And what do they really need to be ready for t...
2023-06-0636 min
Transformative PrincipalDesigning a Student-Driven CTE School with Shelley Groves Transformative Principal 533Shelley Groves is an assistant superintendent of a Career Technical Education Planning District in Ohio. In this podcast, she shares her experiences with CTE, work-based learning experiences, how she keeps kids from failing, and how she has changed the curriculum to give students more choice while still focusing on the standards. She also talks about the collaboration between the two campuses and the Focus Friday pilot program that has helped to build more effective relationships.In Ohio, CTE can be delivered several different ways: career technical planning districtOne exceptional experience. 2 campuses, Fairfield and Franklin CountiesOnly juniors and seniors...
2023-05-2438 min
Transformative PrincipalDealing with Difficult Parents with Eric Makelky and Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 532This is a continuation of our coaching calls with Eric Makelky. Please check in our previous episodes 527, 523, 519, 514, 510, 506, and 501In this episode we talk about dealing with difficult parents. - Celebration - Just calling someone who applied. - Someone applying - Reaching out immediately - Making it personal. - Parents - How to get them on your team? - 25–30 parents now on the advisory council. - Challenges with parents - Being a successful principal is about being popular and making everyone happy. - Parents can be really challenging. - Education is the parents’ responsibility and we are here to he...
2023-05-0934 min
Transformative PrincipalThe Long Game of Recruiting and Retaining Teachers with Jethro Jones and Eric Makelky Transformative Principal 527Take our free quiz to see if you’re ready to become a principal! Get personalized feedback and actionable steps for improvement. Start your journey to educational leadership success today! In this episode, we are continuing our coaching conversations with Eric. Please check in our previous episodes 523 519 514, 510, 506, and 501 We are talking about how we finally met in person! We have known each other for years, but haven't met yet! Here's the outline of the rest of what we talk about: Schoolai.com Chapter on hiring from How to be a Transformative Pri...
2023-04-0242 min
THE JONES HOURThe Battle of the Jones' (Jones quiz edition 1) (S3,E10)We have a special guest in the building today, Charles "Pops" Jones graced the Jones hour with his presence. We start in the NBA going over the West standings and who could be on the outside or a team that can fall out of the playoffs. Knicks and Dimes cashes in on the value of Brunson and what the team is without him. What they need to do to hold the 5 seed to ensure a chance to make it out the first round. Shout Out to Ohtani and Japan for winning the WBC. Preview the Mets before the season...
2023-03-261h 34
Transformative PrincipalTackling the Teacher Shortage Problem with Michael Horn, Charles Fournier and Kevin Stoller Transformative Principal 525This week on Transformative Principal, Jethro Jones shares a special episode where he was on a panel to discuss the current teacher shortage and what can be done. This was recorded for the Better Learning Podcast In this podcast, we discussed the following: - teachers that are leaving or doing really well. - How education has been a pink collar job and the impact that has on our day today - Empowering individuals - Addressing mentorship - Policy change vs. leadership decisions - Public Impact in North Carolina - Teacher Buy-in - Teachers want to connect...
2023-03-231h 01
Transformative PrincipalHow to Prioritize Problems with Eric Makelky and Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 523 How Eric Taught a student to write a better email. Write better emails How to prioritize problems. Keeping a focus What’s keeping you from focusing on your 1 thing in your school? 1 thing: getting into classrooms. Master schedule - Is this even in the top ten list? Got into his 1 thing within a month every year. Priorities - getting prepared for state testing, getting prepared for next year’s scheduling, graduation, staffing for next year. Are your priorities your todo list? Big idea behind state testing reflect the efforts of our kids What makes or breaks a great school. Why isn’...
2023-03-0539 minTransformative PrincipalWhat If They Don't Want Feedback with Eric Makelky and Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 519Last time we talked about evaluation. What has changed? Put into practice - new frame of reference and mindset. Talking about blindspots that a teacher has is what makes the evaluation meeting meaningful. What are some things you want my perspective on in the classroom? In this episode we discuss: - How to help the evaluation process be successful. - What if they don’t want feedback? - Ask what they want to get out of the evaluation process. - What if they ask for just a pat on the back? - Self-evaluation...
2023-02-0927 min
ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth JonesAuthor Randall Kenneth Jones Introduces RUBY, the Next Great Literary HeroineRandall Kenneth Jones is an author, keynote speaker, comic actor, communications pro and host of the popular Jones.Show podcast. His literary journey began with his 2016 book, a celebrity interview-infused, feel-good opus entitled "Show Me: Celebrities, Business Tycoons, Rock Stars, Journalists, Humanitarians, Attack Bunnies & More!" His first fiction book, RUBY, was released on 9/23/22 and published by Mark Victor Hansen of CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL fame. A playful mystery, defined by the author as "more of a 'who is she' than a whodunnit," RUBY follows an appealing cast of mature characters who not...
2022-09-2937 minTransformative PrincipalAnnouncing The Be Podcast Network With Jethro Jones And Ross Romano Transformative Principal 493Show notes In this episode, Ross Romano and I share our vision for the BE Podcast Network! We talk about: 1. Origins of the idea and formation 2. What to expect when we launch 3. Vision and values behind the network 4. Benefits to listeners 5. Benefits to creators 6. How to engage https://bepodcast.network Sponsors Transformative Principal Mastermind Lead a school everyone can be proud of. Being a principal is tough work. You’re pulled in all kinds of directions. You never have the time to do the work that really matters. Join me as I help sc...
2022-08-0744 min
Transformative PrincipalAnnouncing the BE Podcast Network with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 488Social media: The Be Podcast Network: Shows that help you be the change you want to see! Summer of Super Cool Surprises! I’m so excited to be talking to you again today. So far, this summer has been full of surprises, but I have something else for you today! I’m super excited to announce the Be Podcast Network. I’m expanding what I offer here at Transformative Principal to include more podcasts for more educators. You can learn more and sign up when it officially launches at bepodcast.network. Launch day is Aug...
2022-07-0315 min
Transformative PrincipalMy Next New Adventure with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 484Last month I talked about the TBD framework for making career decisions, and as I teased at the end of that episode, I was evaluating a current opportunity for myself. Today, I’m going to walk you through my thought process using the TBD framework. First, a little review, because maybe you don’t listen to every single episode! Gasp! TBD stands for Tribe, Brand, and Domain. I learned about it because a friend shared this article on LinkedIn with me called "[[Tribe, Brand, Domain (TBD)–How to Think about Building Career]] (link) It is...
2022-06-0617 min
View from the Big Chair!17 | Always Faithful w/ Terrance JonesToday in the Big Chair... We have Terrance Jones! Listen as we discuss his time in the Marine Corps and how it shaped his path; his progression to becoming a Certified Medical Assistant; and how all of his opportunities in aid Coach Prime's vision for the shift in HBCU football. _______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production__________________Terrance Jones currently serves as the Assistant Athletic Director for External Operations and Stadium Management, at Ja...
2022-05-2749 min
Transformative PrincipalSEEing to Lead with Christopher Jones Transformative Principal 477Dr. Chris Jones has been an educator in Massachusetts for 21 years. He has just finished his 13th year as a building administrator. True to his “why” of improving the educational experience for as many people as possible by being purposeful, acting with integrity, and building character, he is currently the Principal of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School in Whitman, Massachusetts. Chris is also an Massachusetts Influence 100 Fellow focused on improving diversity, equity, and inclusion in the educational setting and a Vice President of the Massachusetts School Administrators Association (MSAA). Chris is passionate about continuous improvement and the idea that s...
2022-04-1727 min
Transformative PrincipalKindergarten PepToc and #how2be Book with Jethro Jones, Rima Meechan, Jessica Martinez Transformative Principal 475Take my listener survey here. In this episode, Tracey Ezard interviews me about How to be a Transformative Principal and I also weave in interviews with Rima Meechan, the principal of that Kindergarten Peptoc school and Jessica Martin, the creator of that hotline ((707) 998–8410). To donate to that hotline, go to wesideusd.org - Why it’s important to be a transformative principal? - open ourselves up to the collective wisdom. - ask, don’t tell. - conversation around what defines us as a special school. - empathy - do I see empathetic acts as compassion or make me wea...
2022-04-0348 min
Transformative PrincipalHow to Thrive During Storms with Dr. Bill Ziegler Transformative Principal 472Dr. Bill Ziegler is the principal of Pottsgrove High School in Pennsylvania. He’s been a mentor of mine for years. So excited for this conversation. Lead the Way EDU Podcast Staying strong in the storms Take care of yourself Take lunch every day! Use your vacation days! Don’t take it personally. Taking time during the storms to protect ourselves from the storms. The work is always going to be there. You’re never going to finish it. It sticks to us. The most important time of your day as a principal is dinner time with your family Focus on the...
2022-03-1325 min
Transformative PrincipalTrauma, Hiring, and Book Launch with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 471Join the Launch Party!!! Jethrojones.com/how2be Episode 471! Attachment Trauma Network’s Trauma-Sensitive Schools Conference was this week in Houston. - I presented with Tessa - 2 sessions Social Media Exacerbates Trauma and Suicide Prevention - Dr. Bruce Perry’s Neurosequential model - The joy of being with people - If you’re interested in the trauma stuff I offer, go to jethrojones.com/trauma Book Launch: - describe it - - prizes - giving away books (success mindsets, Impact Players, My book) - Jethrojones.com/how2be - 10 seats in the mastermind to current administrators - Free b...
2022-03-0631 min
Transformative PrincipalGetting Support for Yourself with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 462To start out, a little review of highlights for the last year. We released 86 episodes on the podcast. Because I left being a principal, I had more time to produce content. And so I did 3 to four interviews per week! It’s been great. We also broke 1,000,000 downloads total with more than 200,000 thousand just this year. I’d like to share some highlights from the top 5 episodes this year. Also, I’m doing things a bit differently this year. The mastermind is amazing, but many need an asynchronous option, so that’s why I’m introducing something new today...
2022-01-0226 min
Transformative PrincipalFrom Journalist to Dual Language Principal with Nickie Bellini Transformative Principal 461Nickie Bellini has been an educator for 19 years, five of those as a dual language principal. Loves Dual Language. Mastermind member for about a year. Loves the books we read in the mastermind. From Journalist to Principal Psychological Safety How to be a Transformative Principal? Get in classrooms. Is what I’m doing improving teaching and learning? Sponsors Transformative Principal Mastermind Lead a school everyone can be proud of. Being a principal is tough work. You’re pulled in all kinds of directions. You never have the time to do the work that really matters. Join...
2021-12-2628 min
Transformative PrincipalMomentum is Seducative with Joe Wehbe Transformative Principal 460Joe Wehbe, 26 years old (I’ll be 27 by the time of this interview) and from Sydney Australia. 2016-2019 - Co-Director of a nonprofit building schools and providing employment in Nepal, called From the Ground Up. Author of 18 & Lost? So Were We with seven other co-authors. Co-founded the Constant Student Community in 2021 https://www.constantstudent.com.au/ Friend started Nepal opportunity People never do step 1 so they won't do step 2,3,4. Gatekeepers are gone When you go out on your own, you become a leader. Momentum is seductive. Life wasn't bad enough that I wanted to change it. 1page summary of...
2021-12-2033 min
Transformative PrincipalImprov and Psychological Safety with Michael Vargas Transformative Principal 459Michael Vargas is an international facilitator with nearly 10 years of experience. Utilizing his Master in Clinical Psychology, improv and design thinking background Michael facilitates workshops and speaks to organizations on developing collaborative and productive team cultures. Supporting teams to develop psychological safety, building trust, and effective communication. He has worked with a variety of organizations like Dropbox, Salesforce, Kaiser Permanente, ACLU, Evergreen Middle School, the County of San Diego and many more. How a history of improv, substance abuse hospitals, and College got him to where he is. Psychological safety is when we can challenge each other without div...
2021-12-1225 min
Transformative PrincipalEgo and Humility with Scott Schuette Transformative Principal 458Learning Executive and coach for 30 years. Fabulous Learning Nerds podcast Why everyone should have a blog, podcast, newsletter. Ego is at the root of all adult learning excuses. Here’s my idea, will you poke holes in it? Extreme Ownership Vulnerability podcast nerdiness How to be transformative principal? It goes back to your people. Gallup 12 pyramid - Recognize everyone this week. Sponsors InControl SEL for Middle School In Control created an effortless social and emotional, character development video curriculum for your students that’s ZERO-TEACHER-PREP AND it’s so cool looking- it feels like a Youtube or Netfli...
2021-12-0537 min
Transformative PrincipalHelping Teachers Grow Intentionally with Dr. TJ Vari and Dr. Joe Jones Transformative Principal 451Dr. Joseph Jones is the Superintendent in the New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District. A passion to provide all students an incredible and valuable learning experience Dr. Jones started teaching World and US History in 1996. A few short years later he found himself within the ranks of school administration hoping to make a difference on a larger scale. Dr. T.J. Vari is the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools and District Operations in the Appoquinimink School District. Dr. Vari is an experienced school administrator and adjunct faculty with a demonstrated history of working in schools and in...
2021-10-1734 min
Transformative PrincipalThe Launch of TransformativePrincipal.com and Other Celebrations with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 450In this episode we talk about the launch of transformativeprincipal.com, what we’ve learned from 450 episodes, and more! How to get positive press We passed 1,000,000 downloads of the podcast! Thank you! Sponsors InControl SEL for Middle School In Control created an effortless social and emotional, character development video curriculum for your students that’s ZERO-TEACHER-PREP AND it’s so cool looking- it feels like a Youtube or Netflix Series- and that’s purposeful, they meet students right where they’re at. The videos are 5–6 minutes, kids love them, teachers love them, and you will too. There’s...
2021-10-1229 minON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth JonesGary Rosen interviews Randall Kenneth Jones in a no-holds-barred conversationAuthor, speaker and JONES.SHOW podcast host Randall Kenneth Jones wears many hats; however, his expertise in the art of storytelling has garnered the most notice. Every human being and every business has a story to tell — and an audience they need to hear that story. Randy helps individuals and businesses develop their most compelling stories for the online or traditional media best suited to deliver their message. With a Foreword by Peggy Post (The Emily Post Institute) and an Introduction by Erin Brockovich, Randy's live-your-best-life book, "Show Me: Celebrities, Business Tycoons, Rock Stars, Journalists, Humanitarians, Attack Bu...
2021-07-0823 minON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth JonesThe Jury Duty Debacle with Randall Kenneth JonesDespite the focus on court show guests this season, the idea of going to court scares me. I want to do everything I can to stay on the right side of the law. It's also come to my attention that, though I try to be a nice guy, people seem to like it when I get all worked up—and when I occasionally eschew the traditional Randy-with-guest format in favor of a story from my past. So, as a tip of the hat to the great legal minds who have blessed us this season, let's go...
2021-06-1013 min
Transformative PrincipalProving them Wrong with Chloe Sutterfield Transformative Principal 403 Chloe Sutterfield is a student at Virginia Commonwealth University. Chloe is studying to become a journalist and wants to travel the world. She also really loves making music and playing sports. Her favorite type of music is rock’n’roll and pop. Her favorite sport is skiing. Chloe believes that everyone has a purpose in the world and her purpose is to give people a different perspective on life. This podcast is also available as a video here. Proving them Wrong with Chloe Sutterfield Transformative Principal 403 from Jethro Jones. What are some...
2021-04-1155 minTransformative PrincipalThe BEST PD out there for Principals with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 400Links I talk about: Join the Mastermind How to Be a Transformative Principal Cybertraps Podcast Webinar this month will be with Julia King Pool around communication Where I’m at now. Consulting - mastermind leadership team trainings, cybertraps. Talk about student driven learning academy Kids wanting schedules for themselves (and unique) Center for Cyberethics Cybertraps podcast Mastermind - single best Pd for principals. Links to other podcasts about it. Got some stuff in the hopper. Episode 400 This is that special time where I give some updates about what is going on in my life. As you may kn...
2021-03-3131 min
Transformative PrincipalBlatantly Honest with Makaila Nichols Transformative Principal 372At 22, Makaila Nichols is a model, speaker and best-selling author (at age 18) of “Blatantly Honest: Normal Teen, Abnormal Life.” In her book, she shares her personal struggles with issues such as: bullying, body image, sexual assault, peer pressure and more. Makaila was bullied unmercifully throughout her adolescence and even today as a recent college grad (University of Central Florida). Makaila found that through writing she was able to cope with the struggles she was enduring. The difference between being bullied and just being mean series of repeated behaviors. Why writing was helpful. How to overcome the challenges Figuring out who...
2020-12-2327 min
Transformative PrincipalWanting to Get Better with Dr Vernita Glenn White Transformative Principal 364Wanting to Get Better with Dr. Vernita Glenn-White Transformative Principal 364 Social Media: You need to have a goal. Via @DrVglenn_white Dr. V. is a professor of empowerment and executive coaching and consulting. It’s ok to admit that you will make some mistakes. How to not judge people? There’s always things that are subconscious I probably had this reaction because I listen to the news too much. You have to want to get better. You have to put yourself in environments where you are interacting with different people. We don’t pause enough...
2020-11-2530 min
Transformative PrincipalHelping Kids Foster Independence with Andrea Keith Transformative Principal 359Andrea Keith is the Vice President of School Programs at Let Grow. Let Grow non profit to bring back childhood independence. What changes have happened in the how parenting happens? Belief that it is the parents’ job to protect kids from any discomfort. Blue hands in the windows. Benefits of kids having independence. Nobody intends to give their kids the message that they’re not capable. How has the pandemic influenced independence? Re-education of adults. I wasn’t taught social-emotional learning when I was a child. Give your kids independence. Let Grow Project Let Grow Play Club How to be...
2020-11-0832 min
Transformative PrincipalA Tribute to Maria Montessori with Barb Labotka Transformative Principal 358Barb Labotka is a principal of a Montessori School in Chicago, Illinois. And this podcast is a little different in that she is going to tell some stories about Maria Montessori! integrated her faith into her theory. Montessori was the first scientific method. Inspiration will come in moments when you least expect them. At 36, she said that her educational approach will fill the whole world. Match activities to abilities Kids enjoy the things we typically think they hate in education. Brains are designed to keep our bodies alive. If kids are not given freedom, it is harder for...
2020-11-0436 min
Transformative PrincipalBuilding Resilient Students with JC Pohl Transformative Principal 355JC Pohl is the co-founder and CEO of TeenTruth.net Resilience is about taking the hits and moving forward. Hear about bad things with kids. Bouncing back. It was really in the hard times in our life that we grew. 5 keys to mental health. Why is it harder for teenagers? This is developmentally appropriate. To them it really does feel like it is the end of the world. Charismatic Adults - A developmental structure to support them. They need a touchpoint when they need it. All adults around out children have the ability to speak into their lives...
2020-10-2729 min
Transformative PrincipalOnline and Hybrid Engagement with Mariana Aguilar Transformative Principal 354Mariana Aguilar did some field research to determine what causes students to be engaged in online and hybrid learning environments. How to define student engagement in online and hybrid environments. Hard to define engagement, but we all say we can feel it! You can feel it. Emotionally connected Manifests differently in hybrid environment Hard to read people’s language. How to turn on engagement for students, especially in an online space? You can use similar tactics that you. May do in in person learning as you do in virtual learning. Relationships! Teacher and principal relationships with families! Having a...
2020-10-2525 min
Transformative PrincipalSeeing Everyone's Story through Mindfulness with Danielle Nuhfer Transformative Principal 353Danielle Nuhfer is a teacher and you can find more information about her at TeachingWell.Life Bringing Awareness to the present moment without judgment. Taking a step back and trying to think about how to proceed. The benefits of mindfulness in self-care and resilient person in our students’ lives. How to be mindful in talking about the coronavirus situation. Take a breath, think, and respond. Mindfulness allows us to see that everyone has their own story. Would you rather be right or happy? Take time for yourself to just breathe! Create moments where you do those checkins. It’s no...
2020-10-1824 min
Transformative PrincipalDifferent and Complex Instead of More with Tania Lyon and Marti Sievek Transformative Principal 348Marti Sievek is Assistant Principal of East High School. Tania Lyon is the talent Talent Development Coordinator. Both are in Mankato Area Public Schools Mankato Area Public Schools. District from a GT program to a more inclusive program. Professional development coordinator interim director of teaching and learning. Helping students have access to high quality instruction with no ceiling. Increase complexity of work that is being done Selecting resources that will help kids. Different and complex instead of more Start with what those needs are for your community. Start with Why, come back to How. The How can’t ju...
2020-09-1335 min
Transformative PrincipalEncourage Focus with Derek Sivers Transformative Principal 347Derek Sivers is an entrepreneur who founded CDBaby, and is now writing and doing cool things in New Zealand. Check out his Now page for more information. This episode is about the importance of focus and how to not be distracted all the time. Moved to Oxford for the schools. He grew up outside and that really shaped him. want him to be really focused on whatever he is interested in. If you’re focused, you can do anything. Now he continues to do it. He’s thriving more than ever without school. anki flashcard software So distracted when...
2020-09-0643 min
Transformative PrincipalStrategies to deal with the Coronavirus Trauma with Karen Gross Transformative Principal 346Karen Gross is an author and educator, as well as an advisor and consultant to nonprofit schools, organizations, and governments; instructor of continuing education at Rutgers Graduate School of Social Work; visiting professor at Bennington College; former president of Southern Vermont College; former senior policy advisor to the United States Department of Education; and author of the sidequel, Breakaway Learners: Strategies for Post-Secondary Success with At-Risk Students and the trauma-sensitive children’s book series, Lady Lucy’s Quest. Visit Karen’s website at www.karengrosseducation.com. Name it - start by recognizing that it exists. What is traumatic for on...
2020-08-3028 min
Transformative PrincipalHow to combine SEL and Virtual learning with Tamara Fyke Transformative Principal 344Tamara Fyke is the founder of Love in a Big World, which provides SEL support for families all over the world. SEL is related to their emotional, mental, and physical health. Kids may have experienced more trauma at home during closures than they ever have. Maslow before Blooms. The need that kids have is for connect. The pace of learning is different at home. We have to acknowledge what is most important. The system we’ve been using isn’t actually working. The learning council it’s time to let go of control Being a compass instead of a sage...
2020-08-1629 min
Transformative PrincipalI'm Not Doing ANY Observations with Dr. Kulvarn Atwal Transformative Principal 342Dr. Kulvarn Atwal has been a head teacher for 8 years, educator for 20. He is the Author of The Thinking School: Developing a Dynamic Learning Community Great variation in teachers who had good attitudes and wanted to improve. Interested in finding out how to help every teacher be excited to learn. Focusing our energies on teacher professional learning. The way you impact learning is by hiring amazing teachers. Implementing dynamic learning communities. Maximizing informal learning. What is informal learning. More learning takes place socially in an institution than formally. Every person is trained as a coach. Average teacher stops...
2020-08-0225 min
Transformative PrincipalInnovative Therapies for Students with Autism using Virtual Reality with Vijay Ravindran Transformative Principal 339Vijay Ravindran is the creator of Floreo, an app to help kids with Autism understand social interactions. Vijay’s son inspired the app. Combines iPhone with VR headset VR therapy. help in 2 ways. 1. Opportunities to create fun characters. Therapy can get patronizing and monotonous; we make it better. Don’t have a lot of practice in giving kids One of the fascinating things is that professionals use the scenes in ways that we haven’t predicted. Student who is afraid of going outside. Never seen child interact in traditional therapy. Big emphasis around research. Research partners Celebrate the Childr...
2020-07-1221 min
Give and TakeEpisode 215: The Reverend Hunter, with Tony JonesMy guest is Tony Jones. He's the author of numerous books, including Did God Kill Jesus? He also is the host of the Reverend Hunter podcast and the co-host of the Killer Serials podcast. Special Guest: Tony Jones.
2020-05-101h 04
Transformative PrincipalFocus on People: Office Hours with Tom Murray and Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 1058Tom Murray and I did office hours to support schools during this closure. Here are the questions we answered. If you were on a leadership team, what would you be focusing on right now? High school, middle school, elementary school? People, equity, vision for your school http://bit.ly/ToolsForEngagement How are you managing fears and anxieties around fall planning? How do you build trust in this environment? Have a great network. Join the Mastermind
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2020-04-3038 min
Transformative PrincipalEduGladiators with Marlena Gross-Taylor Transformative Principal 328Jethro Jones met up with Marlena Gross-Taylor at the Future of Educational Technology Conference earlier this year. Today’s Transformative Principal sponsor, John Catt Educational, has been publishing high quality guidebooks, magazines and educator-focused professional development books since 1959. John Catt’s mission is to support high-quality teaching and learning by ensuring every educator has access to professional development materials that are research-based, practical, and focused on the key topics proven essential in today’s and tomorrow’s schools. John Catt amplifies fresh voices on timeless topics, with a list of authors recognized...
2020-04-2625 min
Transformative PrincipalWork from Home, Don't Live at Work with Tom Murray and Jethro Jones Transformative Principal Office Hours Special 1057Tom Murray and Jethro Jones hosted office hours for people to answer questions during these school closures.
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2020-04-2343 min
Transformative PrincipalKeeping Calm in Times of Crisis with Tamara Fyke and Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 1056Join host Tamara Fyke and Jethro Jones of Transformative Principal for a conversation about how to keep yourself calm when you’re feeling stressed and nervous. We will talk about: Phrases to show empathy Phrases to give yourself some time to think! Phrases to calm fears How to control your voice. Phone vs. in person vs. video conversations.
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2020-04-0940 min
Transformative PrincipalKeeping Up With The Joneses with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 1054I've got some exciting news to share with you.... But first, a little context. The last few months have been pretty exciting. I've started a student driven learning newsletter in partnership with ASCD. I spoke at the ReWire conference in New Jersey. I've been at FETC this week, and have some amazing interviews coming out on the podcast soon. The podcast is at 600,000 downloads for its six-year anniversary. (click here to get an email each Sunday when it is released!) I am a New Team...
2020-01-1810 min
Transformative PrincipalDisney is the Best at This with Turner Jones Transformative Principal 312 Turner is the principal of Tristate State Christian Academy in Elkton Maryland. Rewire conference - really powerful conference in New Jersey It’s easy to get the ideas of a person by reading their blogs or listening to a podcast Most recent fascination is Disney. Disney does this better than anyone else in the world. Creating Disney Magic podcast. Parents are church leaders and they read diverse materials. We are all aiming for the same thing: becoming great leaders The one thing podcast interview referenced. The Way Of The Shepherd book. Building a Storybrand book. businessmadesimple.com...
2020-01-0521 min
Transformative PrincipalConfronting with Kindness with Rachel Brown Transformative Principal 310Rachel Brown is a Curriculum, Instruction, & Professional Growth Strategist for Douglas County School District. Power in the missed opportunities You have the power of leading culture in your building. Even the opportunity of saying hello to a kid is really powerful. Each teacher had to own making a positive interaction with each child. When things were going unsaid, they festered Confronting with Kindness the things you don’t say could have a big impact on the climate and culture. Emotional intelligence - Elena Aguilar work on the art of coaching teams. Have to get rid of your ego, go...
2019-12-2222 min
Transformative PrincipalCandid Compassionate Feedback with TJ Vari and Joe Jones Transformative Principal 304 TJ Vari and Joe Jones are practicing Superintendents and coauthors of the book “Candid and Compassionate Feedback“. Result of fear of offending people is that it becomes offensive anyway. Ask questions to get them to see what they need to improve. The lack of candor can be what people are offended by. The candor is actually what is compassionate! TJ Turning the corner so your empathy is backed with concrete evidence backed with what to do better. Consistency is key. People are given that advice when they go into schools. Direct, sincere, accurate feedback. Identified the probl...
2019-11-1027 min
Transformative PrincipalEpisode 300 A Tricentennial Milestone with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 300Here's some excitement: Episode 300! I give updates on my professional life, the podcast, and more! Tune in! Link to my speaking page
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2019-10-1317 min
Transformative PrincipalSupporting Engaging and Empowering Your Staff with Christopher Jones Transformative Principal 276 Christopher is a principal at Whitman Hansen Regional High School. Transitioning to a new high school. A new position gives you the opportunity to reflect on where you want to go and who you want to go. Sharing yourself first. I’m not a student-centered principal! I’m a staff-centered principal. Build staff meetings around getting to know each other. Building relationships Every day, with some exceptions, I’m in classrooms giving feedback to teachers. Out in front playing music with kids. Using Voxer to give immediate feedback and face-to-face meetings. Three simple questions: What’s working...
2019-04-2833 min
Transformative PrincipalASTE Keynote with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 274This is a keynote that I presented for the Alaska Society for Technology in Education Conference in February. Here is the link to the video of it.
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2019-04-1420 min
Transformative PrincipalFour Step Process for School Change with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 253Hi, this is jethro, host of transformative principal! You can reach me @jethrojones on twitter or at http://transformativeprincipal.org/ Today is episode 253 and I am so excited about what I am going to share. My school is rocking and rolling in an amazing way! We are positively impacting kids not just academically, but socially, as well. It’s fantastic. In fact, I’m much more proud of our soft skills growth than I am of our academic success, because today, kids can learn anything anywhere! Much of that growth is happening in Syne...
2018-11-1838 min
Transformative PrincipalThe First Days of School with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 240In this episode, I am sharing what we did at my school for the first days of school.
LinkedLeaders: You need support. Get just-in-time mentoring at LinkedLeaders.comWe’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and str...
2018-08-1913 min
Transformative PrincipalYear in Review with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 1052Join me for the Transformative Leadership Summit Vision Mission Strategic Goals Strategic goals line up with the district’s strategic goals. Our vision for Tanana is “give people what they need, when they need it.” This vision applies to staff, students, parents, and other community members as needed. Our vision for the future of Tanana is clear and has been reviewed throughout the year. Here is the updated 4 year plan. At two times this year, I have met with each teacher individually to discuss the vision for the school and ensure that we are able...
2018-05-3039 min
Transformative PrincipalThree Incredible Announcements with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 1049I’ve got three big announcements this week! My AP is moving away! So sad. That means there is a job opening at my school to be an Assistant Principal! Check it out here! The post closes May 6th. Transformative Leadership Summit 2018! Get your ticket here! Tons of interviews! Our focus is empowerment. Announcing the research of a K–12 magnet. If you want more information and want to be part of the conversation, enter your email here.
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2018-04-251h 09
Ibiza Sessions133 – Jack Eye Jones – Ibiza SessionsTracklist:01. Jack Eye Jones - Charlie Says (Original Mix) [IBZ]02. Jack Eye Jones - Love This Sound (Original Mix) [IBZ]03. Michael Jackson - Billie Jean Gets Techno (Jack Eye Jones Very Unofficial Thing)04. Hey Bullit - (Jack Eye Jones Club Mash)05. Jack Eye Jones – Yeah (Original Mix) [IBZ]06. Junior Sanchez & Jack Eye Jones feat. The Rev D Wayne Love - Cocaine Blues [IBZ]07. The Temptations - Papa Was A Rolling Stone (Jack Eye Jones Bootleg)08. Ten Walls vs. Tomcraft vs. F.S.O...
2018-04-0600 min
Transformative PrincipalPrincipalPLN with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 1046This is a cross-post for the PrincipalPLN podcast that I was on last week. I talked a lot about masterminds. Get started on that today. Give me a call! Here are the podcasts that I have been on lately: Planning Period Podcast with Brad Shreffler “Jethro and Brad talk about the importance of leaders being in classrooms and coaching teachers, that we need to ask “why” way more often, being reflective and outwardly recognizing your mistakes, the power of MasterMind groups, and unlocking the genius in all of our students. It is a really...
2018-03-0657 min
Defenders on TV Podcast IndustriesMarvel's Jessica Jones Season 2 Trailer Review Podcast on NetflixWith the release of the trailer for season 2 we discuss our thoughts on our Jessica Jones Season 2 Trailer Discussion in our Spoiler filled discussion. As always make sure you've watched the trailer, Jessica Jones Season one and The Defenders before listening to the podcast.
Synopsis for Jessica Jones Season 2 Trailer Discussion Podcast
New York City private investigator Jessica Jones (Krysten Ritter) is beginning to put her life back together after murdering her tormentor, Kilgrave (David Tennant). Now known throughout the city as a super-powered killer, a new case makes her reluctantly confront who she really is while digging deeper into...
2018-02-0724 min
Transformative PrincipalTransformative Principal Top 10 Things I have Implemented from 2017Schedule a call with Jethro As a review for a year that has included a lot of changes for me professionally, I wanted to list some of the greatest events from the podcasts that I released this year. You can check out my current Top 10 podcasts here, but this list is going to talk about the top 10 things I implemented this year as a result of interviewing some amazing guests. Improving the school scheduling nightmare with Adam Pisoni Transformative Principal 185 The most downloaded podcast released this year is my interview with Adam Pisoni, where we talked...
2017-12-1336 min
Transformative PrincipalBest Year Ever with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 1043http://transformativeprincipal.org/bestyearever
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2017-11-2909 min
Transformative PrincipalCelebrating a Big Milestone with Jethro Jones Courtney Orr Transformative Principal 200In this episode, host Jethro Jones is interviewed by his assistant principal Dr. Courtney Orr. Check out the new Chatbot for Transformative Principal 1)Culture First! 2)Love of Learning—never stop! 3)Focus—be in the moment, where ever that is, 4)Seth Godin—rules 5)Personalize Learning…shrink the classroom 6)Podcasting…continues to inspire 7)DeVos…interview wishlist 8)Admin….moving away from putting out fires to being control of our time/priorities 9)Teachers…(DPink)mastery, autonomy, purpose 10)Parents…over communication 11)Students…individualized learning 12)Shift…moving away from playing school to meet student where they are at, help them chart their own path…follow...
2017-11-1248 minGive and TakeEpisode 57: The American Religious Landscape, with Robert P. JonesMy guest today is Robert P. Jones. He's the CEO of the Public Religion Research Institute, and the author of several books, including "The End of White Christian America." The American religious landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation. White Christians, once the dominant religious group in the U.S., now account for fewer than half of all adults living in the country. Today, fewer than half of all states are majority white Christian. As recently as 2007, 39 states had majority white Christian populations. These are two of the major findingsfrom PRRI’s 2016 American Values Atlas, the single largest survey of Am...
2017-10-1140 min
Transformative PrincipalEnd College and Career Readiness with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 1040I have always felt so uninspired by the term “College and Career Ready!” It seems so empty George Martinez - chief of staff for anchorage mayor spoke at the African American Student Leadership conference The term he used was Path to Passion. That is much more inspiring. Why passion? Because we all need something more than a JOB! We need our own personal mission statements. Much of what I believe comes from my spiritual approach I am a child of god. If I...
2017-09-2612 min
Transformative PrincipalEnjoy the Journey with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 1035This is my "practice" of my opening day remarks to my staff. I practiced it as though I was going to give it to the staff, so I didn't record when I was giving it to the staff. Here is the Powerpoint to go along with it if you are interested. The actual meeting with staff took an hour, so this is an abbreviated version.
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2017-08-2326 minGive and TakeEpisode 28: The Collapse of American Identity, with Robert P. JonesMy guest today is Robert P. Jones. He's the CEO of the Public Religion Research Institute, and the author of several books, including "The End of White Christian America." A recent op-ed piece he did for the New York Times was a jumping off point for our conversation, which you can find here: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/02/opinion/the-collapse-of-american-identity.html?_r=0.Special Guest: Robert P. Jones.
2017-06-0540 min
Transformative PrincipalThirty Four Initiatives in Three Years with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 1001 The Board Report The 34 initiatives:
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2017-05-1121 min
Transformative PrincipalHere’s What Happens When you Implement Something From Each Interview with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal Special All the Data.
2017-05-0321 min
Transformative PrincipalPlanning Building Inservice with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 139In this episode, I talk about how I ran building inservice. Here are a couple links mentioned in this podcast. Buy the Transformative Leadership Summit Hacking Relevance with Dennis Sheerin Happy People are More Magnetic with Michael Hyatt Loading… Please take a moment to rate this podcast in iTunes or on Stitcher. Please follow me on Twitter: @jethrojones for the host and @TrnFrmPrincipal for the show. Buy Communication Cards Show notes on TransformativePrincipal.com Downl...
2016-08-2832 min
Transformative PrincipalReflecting on the Transformative Leadership Summit with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 137Listen as I reflect on the Transformative Leadership Summit, which ends August 15, 2016. This is in my mastermind, which you can contact me about joining. It's not too late to catch some awesome videos. You can even get the All Access Pass.
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2016-08-1449 min
Transformative PrincipalTransformative Leadership Summit Q&A with Jethro Jones and Daniel Bauer Transformative Principal 136This episode is the Live Q&A that Daniel and I did for the Transformative Leadership Summit this week. I hope you enjoy it. The Transformative Leadership Summit launched last Monday. Please, join me! Click HERE to register for Free Access to over 40 amazing education leaders who are ready to make your school the best ever! You don’t want to miss any of these amazing interviews. They’ll be online for 48 hours only! Get in here! You can even get college credit for your participation in the Summit! Here's the schedule: 08/01/2...
2016-08-0740 min
Transformative PrincipalMastermind with Terri Walker Transformative Principal 126It's time to fill the Mastermind! I'm opening up some slots for the mastermind. Now's your chance to get in and experience what Terri has experienced. I can't wait for you to join! a href="https://calendly.com/jethro-jones/mastermind">So, click here to set up a call! Terri Walker is the Principal of Buckland School in Buckland Alaska. She is also a member of the transformative mastermind. Today, she shares her experience in the mastermind. Felt stagnant after 25 years in education, thought about retiring. Mastermind was breath of fresh air. Goals help you focus on...
2016-05-2913 minTransformative PrincipalMastermind with Jethro Jones and Daniel Bauer Transformative PrincipalToday, Daniel Bauer and I talk about our Mastermind. I encourage you to join. Check it out here: Transformative Mastermind.
If you still have questions or are ready to join, please set up a brief phone call. Schedule a call
Daniel and I are both setting up masterminds. I interview him on his podcast: Better Leaders Better Schools
Mastermind For Principals
We all know that being a principal can be a lonely job. It is isolating to be the only one who has to deal with everything tha...
2016-03-1725 min
Transformative PrincipalRTI scheduling with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 100Today, Damon Hargraves, host of the WorkflowED podcast turned the mic on me and interviewed me for the 100th episode of the Transformative Principal Podcast. I can’t believe I have done 100 episodes of this podcast. Thank you so much for listening to this and helping me make it better.RTI idea was in place, but we needed a little kick in the pants.Value of getting away from the day-to-day issues at school.How to keep it going when you come back from conferences: hang up the poster.Reducing ELA from 90 minutes per day to 45 minutes per da...
2015-11-291h 05Transformative PrincipalMarzano Observation Framework with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 050Please take a moment to rate this podcast in iTunes or on Stitcher.
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2014-11-3031 min
Transformative PrincipalAn Exciting Announcement with Jethro Jones Transformative Principal 033My wife and I decided that we wanted an adventure a few months ago, and so we started looking around for principal positions that would be new and different for us.
We found one!
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2014-07-2013 min
Transformative PrincipalEpisode 006 - Jeff PaulJethro is joined by Jeff Paul (@okprincipal), principal of Smith Elementary, where he had the unique opportunity to take over for a principal who had been there for the previous 25 years!
In this part of the two-part interview, Jeff talks about the challenges and positives associated with his unique situation. He also talks about the evaluation system his district recently started.
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2014-01-1223 min