Leading Beyond the Textbook: Building Schools That Feel Alive
Description
In this episode of Voices for Excellence, Dr. Michael Conner sits down with one of education’s most innovative and heartfelt leaders, Superintendent Glenn Robbins. Together, they explore what it means to lead with authenticity, courage, and compassion in the ever-evolving landscape of education.
From redefining school culture through relationships and student voice, to building genuine community partnerships and integrating AI with purpose, Glenn shares how his district has become a living ecosystem of learning, leadership, and innovation.
Listeners will walk away inspired by practical strategies for creating psychological safety, embracing creativity, and leading with calm in the midst of chaos. This is an episode for anyone striving to prepare Generation Alpha and Generation Beta for a world that demands agility, empathy, and relentless curiosity.
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