Praxis Journeys
Praxis Journeys explores the paths of today’s most influential leaders in education and the real-world strategies they use to drive change. Each episode features candid conversations on pressing topics like teacher recruitment, AI in the classroom, district leadership, building strong school cultures, and more. Whether you're an educator, administrator, or advocate, you'll walk away with actionable insights to inform your own journey and help students thrive.
Praxis Journeys
Latest Episodes
How Districts Are Solving Teacher Shortages in 2026 and Beyond
Districts can’t wait for long-term pipeline fixes while classrooms go unfilled. In this session, hear Dr. Yolanda Anderson is addressing teacher shortages with practical staffing strategies, including international recruitment for high-need rol...
Calling, Community, and Change: Dr. Ingrida Barker’s Journey in McDowell County
In this episode of Praxis Journeys, host Vinay Ganti talks with Dr. Ingrida Barker, Superintendent of McDowell County Schools in West Virginia, about leading a rural district facing steep enrollment declines, dwindling tax revenue, and persiste...
Idaho’s Educator Ethics Initiative: Awareness, Boundaries & Better Decisions
In this episode of Praxis Journeys, host Vinay Ganti talks with Cina Lackey and Tori Del Toro from the Idaho Department of Education about the state’s innovative work to strengthen educator ethics. They discuss the importance of raisin...
Evolving Teacher Licensure: Insights from NASDTEC’s Jimmy Adams
In this episode of Praxis Journeys, host Vinay Ganti speaks with Jimmy Adams, Executive Director of NASDTEC, about the rapidly changing landscape of teacher licensure, the national teacher shortage, and how states are rethinking educator mobili...