Linking Leaders PodCASt
Linking Leaders PodCASt features candid conversations with top educational leaders who come together to share experiences and explore pathways to success. In each episode, we engage with dynamic leaders to uncover real-life stories, practical strategies and bold insights on timely and relevant topics. Listen up to link up and let us help you expand your network of innovation and support!
Episodes
12 episodes
Principal of the Year Kurt Ogren on the Power of Positivity
What makes a truly effective leader in the world of education? Join us for an engaging conversation with Kurt Ogren, principal of Woodland Regional High School and 2024 High School Principal of the Year, as he shares his insights on what it tak...
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Episode 12
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28:30
Inclusive Leadership and Self-Care: Insights from Award-Winning Principal Scott Jeffrey
Discover the secrets behind building an inclusive and supportive school community from none other than Scott Jeffrey, the 2024 Connecticut Association of Schools Elementary Principal of the Year. Scott’s leadership journey at Highland Elementar...
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Episode 11
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23:39
Transparency & Inclusive Decision-Making: A Conversation with Dr. Kristy Zaleta
Discover the transformative power of educational leadership with Dr. Kristy Zaleta, the 2024 Connecticut Association of Schools Middle School Principal of the Year. Join us as Dr. Zaleta opens up about her leadership journey at Rogers Park Midd...
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24:51
Jarrid Clifton Discusses the Power of Relationship-Driven Leadership
Ever wondered what it takes to be a school leader who truly connects with students and staff? Join us as we chat with Jarrid Clifton, the newly crowned 2024 CAS Middle Level Assistant Principal of the Year. Jarrid, the associate principal of Ti...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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19:00
Leading Successful Schools: Insights from Dr. Lisa Romano
In Episode 8 of the Linking Leaders PodCASt, host Dr. Alicia Bowman chats with Dr. Lisa Romano, principal of Maple Hill Elementary School and winner of the 2023 William Cieslukowski Outstanding First-Year Elementary Principal Award.
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22:16
Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders with Seymour's Paul Lucke
Join me, Dr. Alicia Bowman, as we chat with Paul Lucke, assistant principal of Seymour High School and the 2024 Connecticut Association of Schools High School Assistant Principal of the Year. Our enlightening conversation takes us from the hall...
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33:03
Insights from an Award-Winning Assistant Principal - A Conversation with Nicole Vibert
In Episode 6 of the Linking Leaders PodCASt, host Dr. Alicia Bowman chats with Nicole Vibert, assistant principal of West Woods Upper Elementary School in Farmington and 2024 Elementary School Assistant Principal of the Year. Listen up as...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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28:14
Episode 5: Building Community and Transparency in School Leadership
In Episode 5 of the Linking Leaders PodCASt, we chat with Dr. Keshia Smith-Davis, principal of Great Plain Elementary School in Danbury and 2023 Connecticut Elementary School Principal of the Year. Listen up as Dr. Smith-Davis talks...
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16:58
Episode 4: Leading with Kindness and Joy
Listen up as we chat with CT's 2023 High School Assistant Principal of the Year, Dr. Carolyn Gbunblee. Associate principal of Valley Regional High School in Deep River for the past seven years, Carolyn shares invaluable insights on ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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17:19
Episode 3: Journey of a Leader: From Special Education Teacher to Award-Winning Principal
Ever wonder what makes a truly transformative leader? Meet Rachael Caggiano, winner of the 2023 CAS Middle School Principal of the Year Award, whose unique journey into the world of educational leadership is a story of dedication, open-heartedn...
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Episode 3
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22:29
Episode 2 - Educational Leadership Insights with Principal Kristen St. Germain
Ever wonder what it takes to be an effective leader? Kristen St. Germain, the principal of Wheeler Middle/High School in North Stonington, CT, offers invaluable insights on our latest Linking Leaders podcast. Kristen believes patience, understa...
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Episode 2
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28:01