We’re passionate about quality education and work tirelessly to help schools improve. District and system leaders bear awesome responsibility for these efforts, often without access to peers and experts who can provide solutions and insights. That’s why we offer a weekly Leader Chat with top K–12 experts, business executives, and school leaders from around the country to discuss and solve real leadership challenges.
In this episode, Jeff speaks with Gustavo Balderas, the superintendent of Beaverton School District in Oregon. Jeff and Gustavo discuss leadership, education’s evolving landscape, and creating impactful systems for student success. Gustavo shares his inspiring journey from a migrant background to becoming a nationally recognized educational leader. Fun twist . . . Jeff was the superintendent in Beaverton, which added a delightful twist to their discussion. Learn about the challenges and strategies in modern educational leadership, the importance of equity, and the significance of building strong professional communities. Don’t miss this insightful episode filled with practical advice and heartwarming stories about the power of education.
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Leader Chat with Dr. Jeff Rose engages experts and practitioners to discuss the challenges of school leadership—from strategy to staff well-being to decision making in chaotic times—with straight talk and pragmatic approaches. To support members of Cognia’s Leadership Circle, we address the pressing issues of the day, chatting with leaders dealing with tough problems—from school board politics to school improvement and student safety. School leadership is isolating. Our Leader Chat breaks that isolation as we share solutions to help leaders in education day to day. If you’re a member of the Cognia Leadership Circle, you can join us live every Wednesday, ask questions, and contribute to the discussions.
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