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Welcome to The Superintendent Effect -- where we hear stories of strong leaders building strong communities. Each week, tune in to hear from school superintendents around the country as they work to support the various needs in their community.
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- 1 weeks ago37 min
When Students Speak, Schools Change with Dr. Jonathan Cooper
Dr. Jonathan Cooper, Superintendent of Mason City Schools in Mason, Ohio, joins The Superintendent Effect to discuss how listening to students transformed his district's approach to education, mental health, and student well-being.After students challenged district leaders to address a troubling pattern of student suicides, Mason City Schools began making significant changes, from later high school start times and a renewed focus on belonging to expanded prevention programs and student-led initiatives.In this episode, Dr. Cooper shares how the district empowers students through real-world learning experiences, including a student-run investment class, career exploration, and hands-on leadership opportunities. He also explores the emerging challenge of a potential “purpose crisis” in an AI-driven world and explains why helping students discover their purpose and potential matters more than ever.In this episode:Building a culture of belonging in a large, diverse school districtPrioritizing student mental health and suicide preventionGiving students a meaningful voice in school decisionsConnecting classroom learning to real-world careers and financial literacyPreparing students for a changing world through purpose, character, and critical thinkingPractical leadership advice on listening, learning, and staying connected to studentsListen today to learn how intentional leadership and student-centered systems can help schools build healthier communities.#TheSuperintendentEffect #StudentWellbeing #MasonCitySchoolDistrict #Ohio
- 2 weeks ago30 min
Beyond Academics: Preparing Students for Life with Dave Means
What does it take to build a school community where students, families, and educators can thrive?David Means, former superintendent of Whitefish School District in Whitefish, Montana, joins Anne Brown on The Superintendent Effect to discuss collaborative leadership, student mental health, family support, and the future of education.Listen today! #TheSuperintendentEffect #EducationalLeadership #StudentMentalHealth #SchoolLeadership #Whitefish #Montana #Retirement
- 3 weeks ago39 min
Every Student Deserves to Belong with Dr. Dan Linford
What does it look like to put students at the center of school district leadership? On this episode of The Superintendent Effect, host Anne Brown sits down with Dr. Dan Linford, superintendent of Davis School District in Utah, to explore how schools can create meaningful opportunities for every student.In this episode, we discuss:- Dan’s journey from high school English teacher to superintendent.- How Davis School District is expanding career and technical education through its Catalyst Center.- Why student belonging matters, including support for students experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity.- How schools and families can better address student mental health.- The importance of investing in school leaders through meaningful leadership development.- Why communication, collaboration, and other human skills remain essential in a changing world.Hear how the 2026 Utah Superintendent of the Year is leading a student-centered approach to leadership can strengthen schools, support families, and help young people discover their potential.Listen Today! #TheSuperintendentEffect #EducationalLeadership #StudentMentalHealth #StudentSuccess #DavisSchoolDistrict #Utah
- Sep 30, 202629 min
The Ripple Effect of Leadership with Dr. Dan Bittman
Dr. Daniel Bittman, Superintendent of Edina Public Schools in Minnesota, joins Anne Brown for a great conversation about leadership, community partnerships, student opportunities, and the lasting impact of a superintendent.With 17 years of experience as a superintendent and a career that has taken him from Minnesota to the Clark County School District in Las Vegas and the Minnesota Department of Education, Dr. Bittman shares lessons he has learned from leading school communities of vastly different sizes.Listen today! #TheSuperintendentEffect #SchoolLeadership #EdinaPublicSchools #Superintendent
- Sep 16, 202625 min
Becoming the Reason the World Moves with Aaron Bayer
Aaron Bayer, Superintendent of the Oregon Trail School District in Oregon, joins The Superintendent Effect to share his remarkable journey into education leadership and his vision for preparing students for the future.Located east of Portland and at the base of Mount Hood, Oregon Trail serves nearly 4,000 students across a unique community that includes Sandy, Boring, Welches, Government Camp, and surrounding areas. Aaron shares his personal journey from a difficult childhood and early struggles in school to becoming a superintendent who has spent 16 years serving the same district. He discusses the importance of resilience, building trust within a community, and focusing on the long-term impact educators can have on students.Aaron's message is ultimately about helping students recognize the potential within themselves — and giving them the confidence and opportunities to turn that potential into their future.#TheSuperintendentEffect #EducationLeadership #Superintendent #Oregon
- Sep 9, 202623 min
The Future of Barrow County with Dr. Dallas LeDuff
Dr. Dallas LeDuff, Superintendent of the Barrow County School System in Georgia, joins The Superintendent Effect to share his journey from special education teacher to district leader and superintendent. With a commitment to students, educators, and the community he serves, Dr. LeDuff discusses what it takes to build a school system that supports every learner and prepares students for a successful future.Dr. LeDuff talks about mental health partnerships, supporting families, innovative CTE programs, and preparing students for the workforce of tomorrow. He also shares advice for new superintendents, including the importance of authenticity, collaboration, and remembering that education is a team sport.A few highlights from the conversation:• How Barrow County is investing in educator salaries to recruit and retain great teachers• The district’s growing mental health resources and partnership with the Cook Center• Hands-on CTE opportunities including drones, EVs, construction, culinary arts, and welding• How community employers can help shape the skills students need for the future• Dr. LeDuff’s advice for new superintendentsListen today! 🎧 #TheSuperintendentEffect #EducationLeadership #BarrowCounty #Georgia #CTE #strategicplan #BarrowCountySchoolSystem
- Sep 1, 202627 min
"I Got You": The Power of Culture in Newaygo with Ben Gilpin
In this episode of The Superintendent Effect, Ben Gilpin, Superintendent of Newaygo Public Schools in Michigan, shares his journey from classroom teacher to principal to superintendent and the lessons he’s learned along the way about leadership, culture, community, and supporting every student.Ben discusses his first three years leading Newaygo Public Schools, including the work of bringing three buildings together as one district, strengthening professional learning communities, balancing a $1.3 million budget, improving systems and processes, and building a stronger school culture.One of Ben’s central leadership philosophies is simple: “I got you.” He explains why healthy culture comes down to supporting one another and why leaders need to be willing to be vulnerable and let people see the person behind the title.Listen today!#TheSuperintendentEffect #EducationalLeadership #Newaygo #Michigan
- Aug 26, 202632 min
Taking Grand Forks to New Heights with Dr. Terry Brenner
Dr. Terry Brenner — Grand Forks, North Dakota | Grand Forks Public SchoolsIn this episode of The Superintendent Effect, Dr. Terry Brenner shares how Grand Forks Public Schools is creating new pathways for students through STEM, drone and aeronautics programs, career education, mental health supports, and innovative approaches to teaching and learning.Dr. Brenner discusses the district’s new Career Impact Academy, its partnership with Grand Forks Air Force Base, strategies for connecting every student with a caring adult, and how the district is working to make it “almost impossible to fail.”Listen today!#NorthDakota #GrandForks #Superintendent #EducationalLeadership #STEM #Drones #ASL
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