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Literacy Reform in Action: A Principal’s Story of Change and Community
In today’s episode, host Jeff Pendleton welcomes Lana Ingram, principal at Harding Charter Preparatory Elementary in Oklahoma City, for a deeply insightful conversatio...
The Art of Connection: Whole Child Strategies for Literacy with Dr. Precios Armstrong
In this episode, your host, Jeff Pendleton, sits down with Dr. Precios Armstrong, Director of Special Education at East Lansing Public Schools, to dig deep into what i...
Embracing Change: Technology's Role in Literacy Education at Upper Darby School District
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, we sit down with Dr. Daniel P. McGarry, Superintendent, and Ed Marshaleck, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, from Uppe...
Scaling Literacy Impact: Job-Embedded PD and Intervention in Marietta City Schools
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Jeff Pendleton is joined by Dr. Grant Rivera, Superintendent of Marietta City Schools in Georgia, for a no-fluff, all-substan...
Bridging the Gap: Literacy, Leadership, and Technology in DeKalb County Schools
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Jeff Pendleton sits down with Wayne Lyles, Superintendent of DeKalb County Schools in Alabama. With a career spanning 30 year...
Adapting Literacy Approaches for Unique Online Learning Communities
In today’s episode, host Jeff Pendleton sits down with Andrea G. Valadez, Director of Special Education and Support Services at Heartland Charter School in California....
Science of Reading: Grandview C-4’s Path to Literacy Excellence with Dr. Prissy LeMay
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, we sit down with Dr. Prissy LeMay, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction at Grandview C-4 School District in Miss...
Embracing Science of Reading: How Guymon Schools Foster Literacy Growth
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Jeff Pendleton sits down with two passionate education leaders from Guymon Public Schools in Oklahoma: Melissa Watson, Assist...
Exploring ESL Challenges and Solutions in a Growing School District
In this episode of The Literacy Mindset, host Jeff Pendleton is joined by two extraordinary education leaders from Springdale Public Schools in Arkansas—Kimberly Glass...
Investing in Literacy: Superintendent Mark Marshall on Building a Sustainable Literacy Mindset
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, we sit down with Dr. Mark Marshall, Superintendent of Los Banos Unified School District in California, to explore the district’s a...
Literacy for All: Strategies for Diverse Classrooms in Prince William County
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, Jeff Pendleton is joined by Dr. Lynmara Colón, Director of Student Opportunity and Multilingual Services for Prince William County...
The Power of Partnership: Kansas City’s Blueprint for Literacy Success
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Jeff Pendleton welcomes Dr. Robin E. Henderson, Chief Program Officer at SchoolSmart KC and a veteran educator with a PhD in ...
The Role of Relationships in Education: A Conversation with Superintendent John Asplund
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Jeff Pendleton sits down with Dr. John Asplund, Superintendent of Galesburg District 205, to explore the essential role of li...
Ensuring Equitable Literacy: Tabatha Miller on Overcoming Barriers for Diverse Learners
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Brian Williams sits down with Tabatha Miller, Executive Director of Student Services at Weld RE-5J School District in Colorad...
Exploring Dyslexia: A Journey with Nancy Mather and Judith Bliss
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Jeff Pendleton sits down with two pioneers in the field of literacy and education: Dr. Nancy Mather, a professor emeritus at ...
Monique Boone's Approach to Literacy Education in Cleveland ISD
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Jeff sits down with Monique D. Boone, Senior Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Cleveland ISD in Texas. With a powerfu...
Building Literacy & Equity in a Diverse Rural-Urban District with Jamie Bente
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Jeff Pendleton sits down with Jamie Bente, Superintendent of Faribault Public Schools in Minnesota. With a background spannin...
Literacy Leadership: Dr. Cosmas Curry's Insights on Educational Progress
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Jeff Pendleton sits down with Dr. Cosmas Curry, Superintendent of Stroudsburg Area School District, for a deep dive into lite...
Strategies for Diverse and Inclusive Literacy Education in North Shore Schools
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Jeff Pendleton sits down with Dr. Michael Lubelfeld, Superintendent of North Shore School District 112, to explore the distri...
Science of Reading: Addressing Multilingual Learners' Literacy Needs
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, we sit down with Benjamin Zulauf, Director of Literacy at Cicero School District 99 in Illinois, to discuss how strategic leadersh...
Promoting Literacy with Technology: How Highlands Leverages Digital Tools for Learning
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, we sit down with Kristopher Macias, Director of Instruction and Professional Learning at Highlands Community Charter and Technical...
Franklin Regional's Literacy and Innovation Initiatives Explored with Dr. Gennaro R Piraino
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, we sit down with Dr. Gennaro R. Piraino, Superintendent of Franklin Regional School District in Pennsylvania. With over a decade o...
The Role of Technology in Modern Education with Dr. Jeremy S. Owoh, Ed.D.
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, we sit down with Dr. Jeremy Owoh, Superintendent of Jacksonville North Pulaski School District in Arkansas. With a background as a...
From Special Education to Superintendency: Dr. Todd Fraley’s Literacy Leadership Journey
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, we’re joined by Dr. Todd Fraley, Superintendent of Sedalia School District 200 in Missouri. From substitute teaching to leading a ...
Inclusive Literacy Strategies for K-8: Insights from Dr. Gabriel Gutierrez
Dr. Gabriel Gutierrez, Director of Special Education at Hollister School District in California, is dedicated to creating inclusive learning environments where every s...
Transforming Talbot County: Literacy Leadership with Dr. Sharon Pepukayi
Literacy is more than just reading and writing—it’s the foundation for lifelong learning and success. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Sharon Pepukayi, Superinten...
Personalizing Education: Dr. Brian Clayton on Literacy and Technology
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, we’re joined by Dr. Brian Clayton, Superintendent of Hartselle City Schools in Alabama. From snowy mornings in Alabama to the cutt...
Technology-Focused Learning Strategies in Logan City School with Jeffrey Alley
Welcome to another exciting episode of Literacy Mindset! Today, we're diving into the dynamic intersection of technology and education with our special guest, Jeffrey ...
Personalized Learning in K-12: Insights from Riverside High School Leaders
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, host Jeff Pendleton sits down with two incredible educators from Riverside Local School District in Ohio—Principal Mike Hall and I...
Transforming K-12 Reading with Science of Reading: Insights from Dr. Brian Latwis and Sue Mayo
Welcome to another enlightening episode of Literacy Mindset. Today, Jeff Pendleton is joined by two distinguished guests from Riverside Local School District in Ohio—P...
