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Innovative Schools PodcastS2:E10 - Strengthening School Climate & Culture w/ Steve BollarIn this episode, Jordan sits down with school culture expert Steve Bollar (“Stand Tall Steve”) to share simple, but powerful strategies that help every student, staff member, and family feel seen, valued, and connected. These ideas require minimal effort but generate major impact—especially when repeated intentionally throughout the year.Whether you're a principal, teacher, or district leader, this conversation delivers actionable tools you can use tomorrow to build the positive climate and culture your school deserves.🔑 Key Takeaways✔️ Culture is built through repetition—not slogans.Climate is...
2025-12-0947 min
The School Climate & Culture ShowSteve Spangler: The Engagement EffectEvery now and then, I meet someone who makes me sit up straight, lean in, and say, “Now this is the good stuff.” That is exactly what happened when I dug into Steve Spangler's work. Many of you know him as the Emmy Award-winning educator with the unforgettable science moments on television. Wild experiments, giant reactions, foam explosions that travel across a football field. Yes, all of that. But what Steve Spangler really teaches goes far deeper than fizz, bubbles, and the occasional flying potato. He teaches engagement. Real, authentic, emotional, and intellectual engagement. His new book, The Engagement Effe...
2025-12-0141 minThe School Climate & Culture ShowTop 10 Student Recognition Ideas That Are Not CheesyHey gang, Stand Tall Steve here. Let’s be real for a minute. Educators want fresh ideas that work. Too often, we sit around in the staff lounge or in a team meeting brainstorming recognition activities, and the ideas end up feeling forced, stale, or just plain cheesy. Students pick up on that quickly. If the recognition does not hit, then it does not matter. That is why I want to share ten recognition ideas that feel authentic, build positive energy, and have a profound impact on creating a culture students actually want to be part of. These ideas ca...
2025-10-0529 min
The Out of the Trenches PodcastEpisode #337: Steve BollarSteve Bollar, a.k.a. Stand Tall Steve, is an educational thought leader, former Superintendent of Schools, principal, author and a school culture and motivation expert. He is known for his quick wit, creative thought, and humorous personality.
Find Steve online: LinkedIN, FB, Tiktok, YouTube @standtallsteve IG @stevenbollar
2025-01-2327 min
Mastering Social Media for SchoolsUnlocking School Culture and Climate with “Stand Tall” Steve BollarCan you define the culture and climate in your school? In today’s episode, you’ll find out how - and it all ties back to what your organization respects and values.Discover practical ways to use social media to showcase your school’s culture and climate to your community.Authentic storytelling is a key theme in this episode. You can’t fake the feelings and traditions that make your school unique. Be intentional about the posts you share!Social media can also impact staff retention. Learn how storytelling can help you attract and reta...
2024-12-3036 minThe School Climate & Culture ShowUnderstanding Special EducationAs a former student, educator, and administrator with dyslexia, overcoming learning challenges has always been a part of my life. Over the years, as I’ve worked with students, families, and other educators, I’ve come to realize just how complex and vital this field truly is. Recently, I had the privilege of working with Allison Gollin, the founder of Gollin Educational Services. Her insights further deepened my understanding of the challenges families and educators face navigating the special education process. Supporting students, forming productive partnerships, and the intricacies of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and 504 processes are just the...
2024-11-0225 minThe School Climate & Culture ShowFinding the Balance with Efficiency and EffectivenessEfficiency and effectiveness are two concepts that often get thrown around together, yet they can feel like distant cousins in the world of education and leadership. For many of us, these terms create tension, like a marriage that constantly needs counseling. When we strive for both simultaneously, we often find ourselves pulled in different directions, torn between the desire to get things done quickly and the need to get things done well. I’ve come to see that while they are connected, understanding the difference between efficiency and effectiveness—and how they can complement each other—is key to naviga...
2024-10-1323 minThe School Climate & Culture ShowWho Are We?In life, no good stories start with eating a salad. Great success stories begin with a bold move, a moment of courage, a creative risk, or a leap of faith. Many of you have tuned in and read the blogs for “Stand Tall Leadership Show” and now “The School Climate and Culture Show.” In this episode, we wanted to share a bit of how our journeys in educational speaking began. Join us for a trip down memory lane and hear the origin stories of Steve Bollar and Meg Diede!
2024-09-2940 minThe School Climate & Culture ShowPurposeful ParentingParents, families, and grownups are a major component of your climate and culture from the classroom, building, and the whole district. Building these critical relationships needs to be purposeful and intentional. Leaving it to chance is too risky.
2024-09-1632 minThe School Climate & Culture ShowEvaluation NationThe mood changes if you say the word ‘evaluation’ around classroom teachers. The word evaluation has the stigma of a four-letter word, but it does not have to be that way. Depending on your district’s evaluation model, it can include so many components. It is not uncommon for teachers to feel anxiety about observations. Unlike the business world, you get a small chunk of time to show your incredible work with your students all year. There is an additional adult (or more) in the room, with a laptop or a notebook, taking notes, asking students questions, and watching your e...
2024-08-3026 minThe School Climate & Culture ShowValuing ValueValues should be the driving force behind the climate and culture of your classroom, school, and district. Once you identify your keywords, classroom management becomes even easier. In this episode, we will provide ideas to include values in the classroom, building, and district wide to improve the climate and culture.
2024-08-1218 min
The School Climate & Culture ShowCreating the Classroom CultureWelcome to the "Climate and Culture Podcast" hosted by Stand Tall Steve of Stand Tall Enterprises, co-hosted with Meg Diede from IntegratEd!
We are thrilled to introduce this engaging and insightful podcast specifically designed for educators, administrators, and leaders looking to enhance the climate and culture of their schools or organizations.
In each episode, Stand Tall Steve, renowned educational leadership and school improvement expert, will share practical strategies, real-world examples, and actionable insights that you can immediately apply to create a positive and thriving environment. Meg Diede brings her current classroom expertise to the conversation...
2024-08-0117 min
Schurtz and Ties: A podcast about education and cultureEp 72. Stand Tall, with Steve BollarFew people understand the current and future landscape of education like Steve Bollar. As an educational leader and master motivator, "Stand Tall Steve" "works with forward-thinking organizations to generate new ideas, improve climate/culture and maximize leadership skills."
In this episode, Brian and Kasey sit with Mr Bollar and discuss culture and climate, the art of public speaking, and much more.
If you are interested in mastering the art of educational speaking, check out Within Our Ranks, "a specialized coaching program for educators aspiring to become professional speakers and trainers."
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STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWWithin Our Ranks Retreat SummitIn this double segment episode Steve and Megan are in the same location for the first time this season and at the Within Our Ranks Retreat Summit
2024-02-0132 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWEfficiency -VS- EffectivenessWell, the title says it all... listen and see how they measure up as Megan and Steve weighs in on them both
2024-01-1528 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWREADY SET GOALSSteve and Megan kick the year off with right with a powerful mind setting episode
2024-01-1121 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWPersonal ReflectionIn this Episode Steve and Mg discuss "Personal Reflection"...why it is necessary and the benefits of it.
2023-12-1527 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWInfluence & Integrity the Essence of Leadership Series: InfluenceSteve and Megan's focus today is going to be all about influence. That's right, your influence as an educator.
2023-12-0630 min
Leaning into LeadershipEpisode 110: Within Our Ranks with Steve BollarSteve Bollar, a.k.a. Stand Tall Steve, is an educational thought leader, former Superintendent of Schools, principal, author and a school culture and motivation expert. He is known for his quick wit, creative thought, and humorous personality. Steve has been identified as one of the Top 30 Global Gurus In Education. He is the author of the leadership book Stand Tall Leadership, school culture book Ideas, Ideas, Ideas!, Ideas, Ideas, Ideas Rally Edition, and is a contributing author in the book Because of a Teacher and School Climate 2.0: Preventing Cyberbullying One Classroom at a Time, and his new...
2023-12-0345 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWStand Tall Leadership Show Ep. 74 w/Meg Diede from IntegratedOn the Episode Steve Bollar chats with Megan Diede, who is one of the visionary educators behind IntegratED, a revolutionary educational platform dedicated to fostering student growth and instructional innovation in classrooms across the United States.
2023-11-1533 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWStand Tall Leadership Show 73 Vision Mission Values 3Steve continues on with his 3 part series "Vision Mission Values". Steve concludes the 3 part series with his guest Patrick Linfors.
Patrick Linfors is the Scout Executive/CEO of the Garden State Council, Boy Scouts of America, which serves families in six counties of South Jersey. An Eagle Scout, Patrick started his career with the BSA in 2005 in Orlando, Florida. He later served as the COO of the North Florida Council in Jacksonville. Prior to his Scouting career, Patrick was a reporter and anchor for News-Radio 610 WIOD in Miami. Patrick is a member of the Rotary Club of...
2023-10-3033 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWStand Tall Leadership Show Episode 72 Vision Missions Values 2Continuing on to the 2nd part of Stand Tall Steve's "Vision Missions Values" series, Steve continues to stack the building blocks of wisdom.
2023-10-1619 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWStand Tall Leadership Show Episode 71 Vision Mission Values 1In classic Steve Bollar fashion, Steve embarks upon #1 of a series of conversations about Vision Mission Values that is without doubt going to be in depth and enlightening.
2023-10-0921 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWCompliance vs CommitmentSteve launches Season 4 of the Stand Tall Leadership Show with a conversation about the 2 big C's... Compliance and Commitment.
2023-09-2519 min
Office Flip Flops with Francesca Zampaglione101. Steve Bollar on Standing Tall in LeadershipAt 6'7" tall, Steve Bollar stands above the crowd, in fact, he stands tall! Steve gracefully shares his career path from teacher, to principal, to superintendent, to now speaking on the TEDx stage and training with and for the education industry.
In this interview, Steve shares the moment from his childhood that reminded him to stand tall and shares tips on how to overcome obstacles that define him as a top leader, speaker, and professional.
To continue the conversation with Steve, you can find him on LinkedIn, check out his website Stand Tall Steve, YouTube channel, and don...
2023-06-0119 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWStand Tall Leadership Show Episode 69 ft. Shaun Woodly Teach Hustle InspireSteve and Shaun Woodly converse on Teach, Hustle, Inspire.
2023-04-2429 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWStand Tall Leadership Show Ep. 68 "People You Just Can't Help"Steve takes you through the conversation bullet points regarding the types of people you just can't help.
2023-04-1030 min
Evolving with GratitudeEpisode 46 - Stand Tall, "I Got You" with Guest Steve BollarAre you ready to be inspired and edutained by Stand Tall Steve!?!
"Edutained", did I just make up a new word???
Update: I Googled it, no, I didn't, but I'm loving it! Press play now and listen as Steve Bollar defines the difference between compliance and commitment. Plus he explains how gratitude is the fuel for motivation!
Transcript available at LainieRowell.com
About Our Guest:
Steve Bollar, a.k.a. Stand Tall Steve, is an educational thought leader, former Superintendent of Schools, principal, author and a school culture and motivation expert. H...
2023-02-2831 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWStand Tall Leadership Show Eps. 67 "Teacher Retention"Steve speaks about the blueprint of Teacher Retention
2023-02-1535 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWStand Tall Leadership Show Ep. 66 "School Administrators Are Soft"Steve takes A look into the way Administrators are approaching running their facilities
2023-01-2425 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWStand Tall Leadership Show Ep.65 Rolling Out P.R.I.D.E.Prepared, Respectful, Independent, and Engaged...Stand Tall Steve speaks on how to roll out an outline of what it is that you've identified that you respect and value in your school and classroom.
2022-12-1234 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 64 "HOW DO YOU SHOW UP"?Steve asks the question "How do you show up"? and of course in his fashion gives you a positive perspective on showing up the right way!
2022-11-2229 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWDefining VisionOnce again Stand Tall Steve by way of brilliant conversation helps you through the process of defining your vision.
2022-10-3130 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 62 DEVELOPING RELATIONSHIPSJoin Steve in this episode as he discusses the art of building relationships with students. Make sure you go over to https://www.standtallsteve.com/ after the episode and request the information about Steve's "7 Week StaffTo Student Relationship Challenge" because it it is really helpful for laying the foundation climate and culture in the classroom.
2022-10-1232 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWReasons to NOT Give RecognitionSteve speaks on culture and climate and a major piece of maintaining a positive culture and climate which is recognition and the conversation of the pros, cons, beliefs, and disbeliefs of giving recognition in the classroom.
2022-09-1923 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 60Steve Bollar -AKA- Stand Tall Steve is back with season 3 of the Stand Tall Leadership Show and as usual Steve gives educators a great perspective on how to get their classrooms in shape to shape those in the classroom.
2022-09-1218 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWStand Tall Leadership show Episode 59. Ft. Monica BurnsDr. Monica Burns is a Curriculum and EdTech Consultant, Apple Distinguished Educator and Founder of ClassTechTips.com.
As a classroom teacher in New York City, Monica used digital tools to create an engaging, differentiated learning experience to meet the unique needs of her students. Monica started her blog ClassTechTips.com in 2012 to help make EdTech easier for fellow educators, and launched the Easy EdTech Podcast and her membership site the Easy EdTech Club to support educators who want to simplify and streamline technology integration.
Since starting ClassTechTips.com, Monica has led workshops and...
2022-02-2129 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWStand Tall Leadership Show Episode 58 Ft. Lindsay Titus Lindsay Titus is a passionate, inspirational educator specializing in behavior and human development. She is driven to teach other educators how to transform connections and relationships with all students. Lindsay has worked as a classroom teacher and behavior specialist in public school, residential and private settings, and in her most current role as an assistant principal.
She is an educator with 16 years of experience and uses her connections with staff to share simple yet strategic tools with educators! Lindsay helps to ignite the inner-spark we all hold as educators, and helps educators transform their lives by finding th...
2022-02-0731 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 57After closing out 2021 with an episode highlighting some of the top episodes of the year Stand Tall Steve kicks off 2022 with his 1st episode entitled "Relationship Problems". In this episode Steve touches on the disconnect between teachers and students post Covid-19 pandemic shutdown.
2022-01-1736 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 56 - A YEAR IN REVIEWOn this episode Steve takes you on a flashback review of some of his 2021 shows. What other great way to lead you into 2022 than to take you back to review the steps that helped you to STAND TALL!!!
2021-12-3141 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 55 FT. ANN MOSS ROGERSAnne Moss Rogers is her first name. It’s a southern thing. Following her son Charles’s tragic suicide on June 5, 2015, she sold her digital marketing business to speak on the topics of mental health and suicide prevention with a focus of helping educators build a climate and culture of student wellness. She is a TEDx storyteller, a registered suicide prevention trainer, brain tumor survivor, and author of the award winning book, Diary of a Broken Mind.
Her second book, Emotionally Naked: A Teacher’s Guide to Preventing Suicide and Recognizing Students at Ris...
2021-11-2233 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 54 FT. MEGAN DIEDE AND KARA RIGSBYMegan Diede and Kara Rigsby
Founders of
IntegratED LLC - Integratedk12.co
My name is Kara Rigsby. I am a second grade teacher.I have been teaching for 12 years in grades ranging from Kindergarten to Second grade.I am an educator who strives to be better for my students.I have earned my masters in Reading & Literacy Pre-K-Sixth grade fromWalden University.I am a Level 1 Google Certified teacher, as well as a NationalGeographic Educator.I had the honor of being a participant in the National...
2021-11-0830 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 53 FT. DAVID WAXMANDave just completed his 20th year in education. He began as an Art Teacher, teaching Art for 11 years in grade levels ranging from PreSchool through 8th grade in Public Schools. Then served as an Assistant Principal for 5 years in a K-8th grade public school in Alpha, New Jersey and in a 5th and 6th grade Intermediate school in Flemington, New Jersey. He just completed his 4th year as a Principal in Thomas Jefferson School, a 4th through 8th grade public school in Rockaway Borough, New Jersey. One of Dave’s real passions in education is working on, improving an...
2021-10-1837 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 52 FT. ELAINE PASQUAElaine Pasqua, CSP is one of the most effective and dynamic speakers addressing the life-altering impact of high-risk behaviors. For the past 26 years her passion has helped her to transform the lives of over half a million students at more than 700 universities nationwide. She provides programming for countless businesses, professional associations, the military, high schools, and parent groups. Elaine has worked with athletes from 31 professional sports teams across theNFL,NBA, andMajorLeague Baseball as well as the most notable DivisionI college football programs. At 5'3 she loves standing among these gentle giants and enjoys enhancing the lives of young adults...
2021-10-0439 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 51 FT. Dr. DAMISO A. JOSEYDr. Damiso A. Josey is a dynamic media and educational professional with ten plus years experience in television broadcasting, educational leadership, instruction and child development.
2021-09-1332 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 50 FT. JULIE DIAZJulie Diaz has more than 30 years of experience working in public education. She has served as an elementary teacher and assistant principal and has also served as principal at all levels. Julie has supervised college interns at the University of Houston. She is currently a Senior Associate with N2 Learning, working with administrators and teachers across Texas to transform leading and learning.
Julie's passion is developing leaders and making change in schools through developing positive school culture for educators and students. She is known for her innovative and creative thinking to problem-solving and using student and teacher...
2021-08-3040 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 49 FT. ELLEN LINNIHANEllen Linnihan is a secondary English and public speaking teacher in the Elmbrook School District in Brookfield, WI. She is also an adjunct faculty member for the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh CAPP program. Linnihan began her career teaching in Department of Defense schools in Kentucky and California. While raising four children, she spent ten years as a freelance writer for educational publishing companies. She has been cultivating an archive of teaching videos since 2015 and is a strong advocate of including all learners in her classroom, whether they are face to face, remote, or hybrid learners.
Linnihan earned...
2021-08-1639 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 48 FT. TINA DIETRICHTina is a school culture and climate expert, school counselor, author and member of the Jostens Renaissance Hall of Fame. Tina is currently in year 23 as an educator.She started her career as a Spanish Teacher in 1998 and became a SchoolCounselor in 2006.In 2007 she became the leader of her school climate and culture team. Through her work as the leader of the school climate and culture team she has helped to create a positive teaching and learning environment where everyone thrives.
She also speaks, trains and consults with schools around the country on how to develop a...
2021-08-0227 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 47 FT. JOHN GONZALEZJohn hopes to change the face of education by helping schools create learning environments that deliver meaningful education and build skills that will be useful in the workplace. He believes learning institutions should create educational plans specific to each learner that build upon their strengths and develops weaker areas.
2021-07-0542 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 46 FT, SABRINA KINGSabrina Hope King has contributed significantly to the field of urban education as an educator, foundation executive, and strategy consultant. As a teacher of adults who had not completed school and incarcerated children, she learned early on that all students must experience a meaningful education connected to their lives. Upon completing her doctorate, she became an assistant professor of curriculum and teaching at the University of Illinois in Chicago and was granted tenure from Hofstra University.
As a professor, she trained future teachers and administrators in the areas of curriculum, instruction and diversity.She then held several...
2021-06-2135 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 45 FT. CRAIG RANDALLCraig Randall is the author of Trust Based Observations. His experience as a counselor, coach, teacher, and principal at schools in the US and overseas led him to develop and then write,Trust Based Observations, a model of observation and evaluation focused on building trusting relationships that spark teacher risk taking and innovation, and result in teaching and learning growth. Currently, Craig consults and trains schools on the model.Trust Based Observations "Creating Cultures of Trust"
Twitter: @TrustbasedCraig
LinkedIn: TrustbasedCraig
2021-06-0743 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 44 FT. SHAY BIGGSSharon (“Dr. Shay”) M. Biggs, Ed.D. is a passionate career educator who provided leadership development and systems improvement for over 100 educational teams in urban, suburban, and rural-suburban settings and served as a New Jersey Department of Education Statewide Leadership Coach, district executive director, principal coach, assistant superintendent, principal, assistant principal, and classroom teacher in New Jersey and New York City since 1986.
She is a strong communicator who clearly and confidently engages audiences through relevant and inspiring messages that challenge people to take measurable and attainable actions to reach desired goals. Dr. Shay is a team player comm...
2021-05-2435 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 43 FT. DR. PHIL CAMPBELLInspire the Hopeless, Empower the Dreamers
Dr. Phil Campbell, known to his students and staff as PC, is a 16-year educator with a passion for loving kids and motivating educators. His goal is to assist schools in becoming the best learning environment they can possibly be for students to learn and for teachers to teach. His philosophy to accomplish this is simple: put relationships first, genuinely love and protect one another, and create a sense of family within your school setting.With educational experience as a teacher, coach, athletic director, and principal, PC understands how...
2021-05-1035 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 42 FT. MIKE HIBBARD AND PATRICIA PISANO CYGANOVICHK. Michael Hibbard is the first generation off the farm in Missouri and the first to get a college education. He grew up in a fishing and hunting culture. There, Mike learned the lessons of persistence, tenacity, and resilience. Mike is an Eagle Scout, a retired public educator, a problem-solving coach, and a Rotarian.
He earned his B.S. in Biology at Kansas University, his M.S. in Biology at Purdue, and his Ph.D. in Science Education at Cornell. He was a K-5 science coordinator, a high school science teacher and department leader, a high school...
2021-04-2653 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 41 FT. CHANEE RHEEChanee is a certified Rapid Transformation Hypnotherapist and Strategic Intervention Coach living in NYC. She who grew up actively exploring music and the arts, having studied Fine Arts at Fiorello H. LaGuardia followed by her pursuit inPhotography at Parsons the New School of Design.She made a major shift towards education to work alongside children and families, with herMaster’s being in Early Childhood/ Special Education.She built ten years of progressive work experience as an educator, followed by her shift towards management/leadership positions within school settings. Throughout those years, her side gigs included roles such as being a...
2021-04-1239 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 40 FT. DWIGHT CARTERDwight Carter is a nationally recognized school leader from Central OH.Because of his collaborative and innovative leadership, in 2010, he was inducted into the Jostens Renaissance Educator Hall of Fame. He was also named a 2013 National Association of Secondary School Principals Digital Principal of the Year, the 2014 Academy of Arts and Science Education High School Principal of the Year, and the 2015 Ohio Alliance of Black School Educators Principal of the Year.
He is currently an Assistant Director and Eastland Career Center in Groveport, OH.
He is the co-author of three books:
...
2021-03-2948 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 39 STEFANI HITEDr. Stefani Arzonetti Hite
Stef’s wide-ranging career began as a pre-digital drawing-board marketing designer. She eventually became an award-winning art director, developing unique approaches to marketing by harnessing new possibilities offered by emerging technology solutions in the industry.After a decade, Stef switched careers, earning a Masters and Doctorate in EducationalLeadership from the University of Pennsylvania. Over the years she has taught students ranging from ages 5 to 75, became a school administrator, and headed up an international school in the UK.In 2009, Stef moved into the learning and development field and began to design and fa...
2021-03-2238 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 38 FT. HARRIET STEINHarriet Stein https://www.bigtoeinthewater.com/meet-harriet/
Mindfulness in Education
Harriet’s gift and passion is in not just explaining how Mindfulness transforms lives, not just in showing how one can integrate this important tool into daily life, but most truly in working with leaders who wish to take the “Mindfulness path” and incorporate this practice into the culture of an organization. A professional presenter and inspiring teacher, Harriet delivers to companies and schools of all sizes–well respected universities to global conglomerates–the tangible benefits of Mindfulness. While working at Johnson & Johnson before lea...
2021-03-1545 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 37 FT. STACY ROBERSONThe Power of Being Different: “Introducing Dyscalculia to the Educational
Community During the State of a National Pandemic” Dyscalculia is an unknown math learning disability. In many communities, most refer to their struggles in mathematics as "needing a tutor", "not applying oneself", or "not being efficient in math". Due to unawareness, students struggle and are forced to make life decisions that alter their being and the productivity of the nation. The mandate that I'm given is a charge for the education system to be abrupt on this topic so that students will be empowered and...
2021-03-0850 min
The Innovator's Mindset Podcast3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Steve Bollar - The #InnovatorsMindset PodcastSteve Bollar reflects on a teacher who continuously made the effort to check in long after he left the teacher’s class and even after he left the school - this teacher made him want to be an art teacher because of the way she inspired and interacted with the students. In this episode, Bollar shares this quote: “Confidence is arrogance under control." Hear this story, the conversation that led up to that amazing quote, and the answers to the rest of George’s three questions:
Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that h...
2021-03-0417 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 36Another episode where you get a one on one experience with Steve and he dives into the Finishing Strong!
2021-03-0138 min
She Finds JoyEp. 43 | How to Embrace Your Uniqueness as a Leader with Steve BollarEp 43 | Steve Bollar: How to Embrace Your Uniqueness as a Leader
Steve Bollar, a.k.a. Stand Tall Steve, is an educational thought leader, former Superintendent of Schools, principal, author and a culture and motivation expert. At 6’7, everyone assumed he would become a basketball player, but instead he pursued a career as an art teacher and eventually as a motivational speaker.
In this episode of the She Finds Joy podcast, Steve and Kim discuss how we are told that in order to be a leader, you need to have certain attributes. Leaders are of...
2021-02-2447 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 35 FT. DANIELLE LACYDanielle Lacy is a certified educator, career coach, and speaker who lives with her charming husband, teenage children, hippie father, and way too many pets. Always the adventurer, she has owned a photography studio, a thrift store, and an estate sale company, but her biggest challenge is finding her keys.Danielle speaks on finding your happiness and living your dreams
2021-02-2334 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 34 FT. JACKIE KUFFELJackie Kuffel is the Director of Eastland Career Center for Eastland-Fairfield Career Technical Schools. Her work in education has taken her across the country working in urban and rural school settings. The opportunities provided her a diverse set of pedagogical skills as a leader and steered her career path towards career technical education.
For the past 15years, she has worked with business partners and staff to develop CTE programming. Her goal is to make sure students are afforded the opportunity to develop the technical and academic skills needed to prepare themselves for future careers. Jackie loves spending...
2021-02-1533 minThe Innovator's Mindset PodcastStanding Tall in Leadership - A Convo with Steve Bollar - The #InnovatorsMindset Podcast, S2, Ep7This episode shares an inspiring conversation with Steve Bollar, author of the Stand Tall Leadership! George Couros and Steve Bollar talk about the powerful impact of all teachers and reflect on Bollar’s past as an art teacher and how he ended up in a leadership position. Bollar also explains the two types of school culture that can impact the school climate - behavioral culture and operational culture. Towards the end, Bollar shares his powerful ideas on integrity and what that looks like in a position of leadership. Watch this episode to be left inspired by the answers Bollar shares in...
2021-02-1437 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTLS EPISODE 33 "THE HEALTHY EDUCATOR" FT. JAMIE ZWIERJamie Zwier is the owner and head health coach at Oh How Healthy, LLC. Jamie works with busy families with tight budgets & tighter schedules to get consistent healthy meals on the table that the whole family will love!At the core of Jamie’s teaching, she emphasizes that eating well is more than just how you look but instead how you feel & that healthy eating is the highest form of self-respect.
Jamie is a strong believer that in order to create long-term health success that eating well should be a family effort.Jamie works with clients via he...
2021-02-0830 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 32 FT. LAVONNA ROTHLaVonna Roth - Creator & Founder of Ignite Your S.H.I.N.E.® and CEO of Brain-Powered, LLC As a former elementary and secondary educator, keynote speaker, author, consultant and mom, LaVonna bridges her passion for how the brain learns with education and shows every individual how to S.H.I.N.E. through their mindset and social-emotional well-being so achievement soars for all. She has aBachelor’s and two Master’s Degrees, taught at the elementary and secondary levels, author of 8 books (about to be 9), and has worked with educators in the U.S./Canada, Europe, South America and t...
2021-02-0131 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 31 FT. DAVE BURGESSDave Burgess is the New York Times Best Selling author of Teach Like a PIRATE, co author of P is for PIRATE, and the president of Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc. which delivers powerful, inspirational, and innovative books, keynotes, and professional development. He specializes in teaching hard to reach, hard to motivate students with techniques that incorporate showmanship and creativity. At a recent ceremony in Washington, D.C., he was awarded the BAMMY for Secondary School Teacher of the Year by the Academy of Education Arts and Sciences
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2021-01-2534 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 30 FT. SUSAN WOLFESusan Wolfe is an award-winning educator having served 30 years as aTitle One upper-grades public elementary school teacher in Idaho and Oregon. She currently teaches a self-contained multi-grade GATE classroom in the Boise (Idaho) School District and is a Past President of ITAG (Idaho-The Association for the Gifted) organization. Susan is a Certified National Geographic Educator, and served as a consultant on the National Geographic Idaho Advisory Council. She has extensive experience in the area of staff development at the national, state, local, and district levels, and has been honored with several teaching awards, including the (Idaho) Gem Award, Associated...
2021-01-1842 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 29Again, Steve speaks directly to his listeners himself in the episode he refers to as one of reflection.
2021-01-1239 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 28 FT. GAIL CASSIDYGail A. Cassidy started her career as a high school English teacher, worked for IBM Corporation as an instructor/manager/writer where she received the prestigious “Outstanding Contribution” award for her self-paced training program that was used worldwide. She then worked for an international training organization as an instructor and manager of instruction. She has written over 20 books related to education and personal development skills. Her current focus is on providing high school courses that guarantee acceptance and validation for every student. As a result of her many years of volunteer efforts in her community, she was recently inducted into...
2021-01-0638 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 27 FT. BOUY CONSULTINGBuoy Consulting
As co-founders of Buoy Consulting, Cate Tolnai and Jen Gibson partner to help organizations navigate the currents of education by successfully partnering with schools and districts in the product adoption process, professional learning, and curriculum development. With more than 25 years of experience in education, public policy, ed-tech, K12 business development, strategic social marketing, and communications, customer engagement, and both district and county level administration, Jen and Cate specialize in strategic thinking and unique approaches to work on behalf of Buoy’s clients.
Jen Gibson:
jgibson@buoyconsultants.com...
2020-12-2846 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 26 FT. T ARYN CHAMBERS GIVANTaryn Chambers Givan is a native of Texarkana, Texas and credits a loving and nurturing family for instilling “old school values”. She is a graduate of Liberty - Eylau High School, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from The University of Central Arkansas, a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Texas A&M University-Texarkana and Principal Certification from Stephen F. Austin University. Taryn has 19 years in the K-12 setting as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal and has worked as an Adjunct Professor. She has now started her 20th year as the Founder & CEO of Divergen...
2020-12-2145 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 25 FT. CHRIS LEIMANNChris is the founding principal of Science Leadership Academy, an inquiry-driven, project-based modern high school in Philadelphia, PA. The school is the first Dell Center of Excellence, was named one of the Ten Most Amazing Schools by Ladies Home Journal, was featured in the PBS documentary Digital Media: New Learners for the 21st Century, and has been written about in publications including Edutopia Magazine, EdWeek and the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Email:
chris@practicaltheory.org
Twitter:
@chrislehmann
Website/Blog:
https://practicaltheory.org/blog/
2020-12-1553 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 24 FT. PAUL DOLSPaul is currently celebrating his 25th year as a classroom teacher, the last 23 of those years at Monrovia High School. He currently serves as the Renaissance Coordinator, Activities Director, and Link Crew Coordinator, which all fall under the umbrella of "Climate & Culture Coordinator. He was awarded the Monrovia Unified School District Teacher of the Year in 2012 and the Jostens Renaissance Coordinator of the Year in 2013.In 2018he received the amazing honor of being inducted into the Jostens Renaissance Hall of Fame. He is married to his wife Lisa, who is a magnificent elementary school teacher in MUSD. They celebrated 25...
2020-12-0736 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 23 FT. KIM STROBELKim Strobel is the secret to re-energizing classrooms across the country. (Just ask the Texas Google Summit, who hired her to give a keynote.) For over 20 years, she’s been a teacher, top-tier education consultant, and nationally-recognized speaker who helps educators rediscover their meaning, purpose, and passion.
When she’s not rescuing dogs or downing a McDonald’s Diet Coke, Kim’s contagious, high-energy style has the unique ability to embolden her audiences. Motivational, inspirational, and always approachable, Kim’s “real talk” attitude is a refreshing approach that authentically connects with educators everywhere.
Here is the link they...
2020-12-0140 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 22 FT. TINA DIETRICHTina is a school culture and climate expert, school counselor, author and member of the Jostens Renaissance Hall of Fame. Tina is currently in year 23 as an educator.She started her career as a Spanish Teacher in 1998 and became a SchoolCounselor in 2006.In 2007 she became the leader of her school climate and culture team.Through her work as the leader of the school climate and culture team she has helped to create a positive teaching and learning environment where everyone thrives.
She also speaks, trains and consults with schools around the country on how to develop a...
2020-11-2341 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 21As he does every few episodes Steve speaks to his listeners himself.
2020-11-1640 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 20 FT. FREDIA REYNOLDSMrs. Fredia Reynolds, Principal/Director: Mrs. Reynolds has served in education for 20 years as a Classroom Teacher, Campus Administrator, Principal and Head Start Director. She holds aMaster degree in Administration and Supervision and a Texas Teacher and Principal certification. She is aNationalTrainer for Time to Teach in Classroom Management andDifferentiated Instruction. Mrs.Reynolds is affectionately known as the Purpose Pushing Principal. She pushes her students, parents, staff, colleagues and friends out of their comfort zones and into their destiny. In her role as Head Start Director Mrs. Reynolds has the responsibility of management and oversight of the...
2020-11-0951 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 19 FTTanya White
GO GETTER, TRAILBLAZER, VISIONARY, TRENDSETTER are just a few words that describe L'TanyaWhite who is called Tanya by most friends and family.As an author, empowerment speaker, radio host, life enhancement strategist and relationship coach, Tanya’s talks are always RATED R for being Real, Relevant And Refreshing.
Whether she is broadcasting to thousands on her popular radio show Real Talk With Tanya White, speaking to hundreds or coaching individuals and groups her purpose remains the same, To change people’s “No I Can’t”...
2020-11-0242 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW Episode 18 ft. JACK SLAVINSKIJack... a Professor in the Engineering Department at Ohio State University
Leadership is about INFLUENCE, motivation and persuasion of others to do their best and becoming more resilient to life’s challenges and stress. Jack says his life purpose is to teach and train you and your teams on principles and skills I wish I knew decades ago. These are principles and behavioral methods that are backed by science, research and experience and not by opinion, simplicity or even force of voice. Responding effectively as a leader or team is a not formulaic or doing “that one thin...
2020-10-2643 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 17 FT. TONYA BRELANDTonya is a highly respected National Award-Winning Milken Educator and Leader with a proven track record of leading high-quality initiatives, programming, and professional learning experiences for educational leaders and professionals to collaborate, network and exchange ideas, using the lens of equity.
Tonya has been responsible for leading state wide Equity initiatives; Experienced in implementing and sharing research-based strategies and resources for educational leaders and educators to improve outcomes for students.
Tonya has been instrumental in the turnaround efforts of under-performing schools by addressing inequities; Keen ability to establish vision and direction, leading and engaging diverse...
2020-10-2237 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 16Steve begins with thanking his listeners for following so far and speaks to his audience regarding his purpose and passion as well as what can be expected in future episodes. Steve then moves to the core topic of this episode from the section from his book about decision making.
2020-10-1932 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 15 FT. JAMIE BROWNJamie Brown is currently the Vice Principal at Holmdel High School, NJ. A proud NJ educator since 2001, Jamie’s passion and dedication to both Character Education & Social-Emotional Learning helped develop the 1st District-Wide PEER Leadership Program in NJ Public Schools. Embracing a “Compassion over Curriculum” growth mindset, Jamie’s approach to Whole Child Development & Future Readiness focuses on Positive School CultureRevitalization.His K-12 SEL Program, ACCEPT U, has earned a National “Promising Practice” by Character.org & has been recognized by Future Ready Schools and the Alliance for Excellent Education. Jamie’s dubbed“ Personal Learning & Development“ sessions, Keynotes and assemblies on Civic Education...
2020-10-1540 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 14 FT. KEVIN CURTISKevin Curtis
Mr. Kevin W. Curtis is the Founder and Lead Consultant for National Educators for Restorative Practices and co-author of the book, “Restorative Discipline Practices: A Journey in Implementation from a Community of Educators.”
Kevin was the former Restorative Discipline Coordinator and Assistant Principal at Ed White Middle School in the Northeast Independent Schoo District in San Antonio, Texas where he played an instrumental role in the development, implementation, and support of restorative practices as an alternative method to managing student behavior. This innovative, whole school approach model was the first of its kind in t...
2020-10-1249 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 13 FT. Jonathan M. WynneJonathan M. Wynne is a servant leader. He is Founder and CEO of Kingdom Concepts an education/organization consulting firm. He is an experienced school administrator and education advocate specializing in school culture, climate. He is an active member of the Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color.A former Detroit PublicSchools basketball coach, Jonathan serves as Chaplain of the National Basketball Association-Detroit Pistons. He is the author of 6 books, includingIMPACT Parenting: RaisingCollege-Ready Students.Jonathan serves as Co-Host of Parent Support Discussions presented by Citadel of Perpetual Learning.He has earned a Bachelors’ degree and three Masters’ degrees from East...
2020-10-0947 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 12 FT. Jacquelyn LeónJacquelyn León is an educational thought leader, action advocate, wanderlust, and author.She is the founder of Locally Made, Globally Grown. Ms. León brings nearly 25 years of experience and expertise as an accomplished leader in the field of public health, education, school preparedness, and community engagement. As a bilingual professional, Jacquelyn has dedicated her career to advance equity and social justice for multilingual and immigrant families.
Jacquelyn León earned her Masters in Public Health from Morgan State University. In 2019, Jacquelyn was awarded the NJTESOL-NJBE President’s Award for advancing the “state of teaching and learnin...
2020-10-0541 minSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 11In this episode Steve dives into his book "Stand Tall Leadership"
2020-09-2839 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 10 FT. DIANA VASSILDiana Vasil is a proud Elementary School Principal in Hamilton Township, New Jersey. She has served the Hamilton Township School District as an 8th grade Social Studies teacher, District Curriculum Supervisor, and Middle School Vice Principal prior to her most recent role as an Elementary School Principal. Her educational philosophy is that if you start with what is best for kids, the rest will fall into place. She resides in Burlington County, New Jersey with her husband and two awesome kids.
2020-09-2439 min
The SmallBizChat with Melinda EmersonUnderstanding the Needs of Children and Teachers During COVID-19 with Steve BollarIn this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Steve Bollar about the state of education, addressing the shift to virtual learning and the challenges it presents. They discuss the achievement gap, digital divide, and leadership challenges in the pandemic era. Bollar also introduces the results formula and emphasizes the role of positive reinforcement in leadership. The episode wraps up with book, app recommendations, and closing remarks.
(0:00) Introduction and the mission of Small Biz Chat
(1:40) Guest introduction: Steve Bollar on the state of education
(3:06) The shift to emergency virtual learning and parental concerns
(6:35) The challenges and options of virtual learning
(9:24) Addressing the...
2020-09-2322 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 9 FT. JESSICA DELEVINGE & SCOTT CAVANIASScott Cavanias is a principal at Alvarado Intermediate School in Rowland Heights, California, which is about 15 minutes east of downtown Los Angeles. and is in his 15th year as an educational administrator.
Jessica Delavigne is the instructional coach at Alvarado Intermediate.
2020-09-2150 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 8 FT. DR. TRACEY SEVERNSDr. Tracey Severns has dedicated her career to the service of students, teachers and administrators since 1992. She has served as a classroom aide, special education teacher, vice principal, principal, director of student performance, superintendent, adjunct professor and Chief Academic Officer for the New Jersey Department of Education.
She is currently the Leadership and Learning Strategist for Rutgers Graduate School of Education's Center for Effective School Practices and the host of DisruptED TV, a show dedicated to challenging the status quo through courageous converations with education's thought leaders.
2020-09-1742 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 7 FT. BRIAN LILEThis episode's guest Mr. Brian Lile is starting his 20th year in education and 10th year as
principal. During his 20 years in education, he has served as an 8th grade
Math/Algebra teacher, Boys Basketball Coach, Assistant Principal and
Principal. Mr. Lile is the principal at Muhlenberg South Middle School in
Greenville, Kentucky. In 2017, Muhlenberg South Middle was recognized as one
of ten Kentucky school winners in the TELL Kentucky Winners’ Circle Schools
which is based on Staff Working Conditions. District Administration Magazine
featured Muhlenberg So...
2020-09-1340 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 6 FT. DARRIN PEPPARDDarrin Peppard is a school district superintendent, speaker, author, and consultant focused on what matters most in leadership. Darrin’s an expert in school culture and climate as well as coaching and growing emerging leaders. He is known for his keen insight, culture first leadership style, and dynamic personality.
In 2016, Darrin was named Wyoming Secondary School Principal of the Year by WASSP/NASSP and was the 2015 Jostens Renaissance Educator of he Year. In 2017, Darrin earned his Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Wyoming. This past summer, Darrin was inducted into the Jostens Renaissance Hall of...
2020-09-1038 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWSTAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOW EPISODE 5 FT. André BerrangéIn this interview Steve connects with an educator from the other side of the world...André Berrangéis the current principal of The King's School Discovery in Johannesburg, South Africa. His passion for education started on the side of the sports field. He coached athletics and field hockey and won multiple leagues. Whilst involved with sport, he served on many local sporting committees to ensure that sport in the district was managed as smoothly as possible. He was soon appointed to work in the sports office at his previous school.
"Nothing prepares you better for working as a...
2020-09-0735 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWEpisode 4In this episode Steve takes his audience through some very engaging ideas on how to stand tall and not think small.
2020-09-0327 min
STAND TALL LEADERSHIP SHOWEpisode 3 ft. Mike SmithIn this episode Steve speaks with fellow speaking journeyman Mike Smith.
Mike doesn't just talk about leadership principles he lives it. From founding two nonprofits to leading youth movements across the globe, Mike embodies the meaning of leadership and fights every day to leave a meaningful legacy behind. Mike Smith has 8+ years of experience in public speaking to crowds of thousands worldwide, as well as 20+ years of specialized experience in team building, guerilla marketing, and improving culture and climate within education, the business world, and the nonprofit space.
www.mikesmithlive.com
holler@mikesmithlive...
2020-08-3127 min