
Katy Xenakis-Markowski, Superintendent of Johannesburg-Lewiston Area Schools in northeast Michigan, joins host Anne Brown to discuss how strong relationships, community partnerships, and steady leadership have transformed opportunities for students in a rural district.From creating an on-campus health clinic and expanding Career & Technical Education programs to building a community fieldhouse and helping students earn college credits before graduation, Katy shares how thoughtful leadership can create lasting impact. She also explains why her leadership philosophy is simple: "Go slow to go fast."Connect with Superintendent Xenakis-Makowski:LinkedIn: Katheen (Katy) Xenakis-MakowskiFacebook: Johannesburg-Lewiston Area SchoolsInstagram: @Johannesburglewistonschools#TheSuperintendentEffect #EducationLeadership #SchoolLeadership #RuralEducation #StudentSuccess #EducationalInnovation #Michigan
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