The Empowering Teacher - Secondary

When Passion Leads to Purpose

Mon, 06 May 2024 16:00:00 -0700

Imagine if every student knew that they were more than just the awards they receive or the letter grade on a report card. Imagine if they truly understood that when they lean into their passions and talents to address a need in the world, therein lies their legacy, their contribution to the world. Join Molly, Dr. Eve, and guests Sandra Vasquez, Counselor, at Mountainside High School in Arizona, as she shares how they lean into The 8th Habit with intention to make impactful change in their school community.

The Relevance of Relationships to Academic Achievement

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0700

It can feel like a focus on academics means we have to sacrifice nurturing whole-student growth—body, mind, heart, and spirit. In reality, they go hand in hand. Join Molly as she talks with Dr. Eve and guest Colleen Grueter, High School Teacher from Michigan, about how to build a focus on students as whole people into every school day.

The Power of Student Voice

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 16:00:00 -0800

When secondary learners understand the power of student voice, they can begin to understand the role they play in being leaders of change. Join Molly, Dr. Eve, and guest Joie Logsdon, Leadership Teacher from Union County High School in Kentucky, as they dig into the impact when students understand that their unique genius could fuel not only their own learning and high-school experience, but extend to people beyond the walls of the school.

When I Empower, Do I Lose Control?

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:00:00 -0800

Are you inviting chaos in if you don’t take control of the classroom environment? Join Molly, Dr. Eve, and guest Kim Fisenne, Principal at Porter Ridge High School, as they talk about the real challenge of releasing control so that students can lead their own learning.

Feeling Safe to Learn

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 16:00:00 -0800

If you asked students to rate their level of safety to learn and willingness to share in your classroom, what do you think they would say? Do you think they’d say they can be their authentic self and feel like they belong? Join Molly, Dr. Eve, and guests Michelle Powers and Temeka Wright from Samuel Gaines Academy, as they share their recipe for a safe learning environment.

The Answer Is Rarely "Out There"

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 16:00:00 -0800

When something goes wrong, it’s easy for all of us to look for something “out there” to blame. Join Molly, Dr. Eve, and Leadership Facilitator in Mattoon, Illinois, Jessica Peterson, as they explore how to help teens embrace the paradigm “change starts with me” and build their sense of agency and internal locus of control.

Really? One More Thing?

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0800

Why is it that we just expect secondary students to know how to lead? Is it because they’ve been in school longer? Do we see them as mini-adults? Would we think this way about algebra or writing a persuasive essay? Join Molly, Dr. Eve, and guest Joey Norman, High School Principal, as they explore how the concept of “repetition across time” applies to all learning, including leadership learning.

When We See, They See

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:00:00 -0700

We can see the genius of students so clearly, how can we help them see it too? Join Molly, Dr. Eve, and guest Rich Stuart, Principal at Mattoon High School, as they explore practical strategies that help students see their own potential.

Leading Our Own Learning

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0700

What happens when we commit to learning experiences that stretch our thinking beyond the content areas we teach? Join Molly and special guest Sean Covey, as they dig into the impact of investing in our own leadership development.