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In Search of Catholic School ExcellenceExploring the programs, people, and practices making a difference in Catholic education. Join host Thomas Boles as we hear from principals, teachers, and innovators shaping the future of Catholic schools.
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You Don’t Have to Lead Alone with Dr. Vince Cascone Building Ownership Around Your School’s Mission (opens the original)
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You Don’t Have to Lead Alone with Dr. Vince Cascone Building Ownership Around Your School’s Mission What makes a great Catholic school? After 19 years as a principal and seven years as a superintendent, Dr. Vince Cascone believes it starts with strong leadership—but strong leaders don’t do everything alone. In this episode, Vince shares how principals can stay focused on mission amid the daily noise, build trust through relationships, involve teachers, parents, and students in meaningful ways, a
Community Engagement - Building Relationships, Strengthening Our Schools, Together (opens the original)
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Community Engagement—Building Relationships, Strengthening Our Schools, Together A thriving school isn't built only by what happens inside its classrooms—it grows stronger through the relationships it builds with the people and businesses around it. In this episode, Thomas and Becky explore practical ways schools can become active members of their neighborhoods instead of simply existing within them. From partnering with local restaurants and businesses to collaborating with neighboring schools,
Let's Talk Books - Voices of Reason: Lessons from Liberty's Leaders. A Conversation with author Robert Begley (opens the original)
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Let's Talk Books - Voices of Reason: Lessons from Liberty's Leaders. A Conversation with author Robert Begley Great leaders aren't just good communicators—they're people whose words reflect their character. In this episode, Thomas sits down with communication coach and author Robert Begley to discuss Voices of Reason: Lessons from Liberty's Leaders . Drawing from some of history's most influential speeches, Robert shares practical lessons that can help educators, school leaders, and students bec
Let's Talk Books - Controlled Chaos - A Conversation with author Eric Hall (opens the original)
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Let's Talk Books - Controlled Chaos A Conversation with author Eric Hall What if the most memorable lessons in school weren't found in a worksheet, but in an experience students never forgot? In this episode, Thomas sits down with retired teacher and author Eric Hall to discuss his book, Controlled Chaos , a collection of stories and lessons from 27 years in the classroom. Eric shares how creativity, humor, and meaningful relationships transformed everyday lessons into unforgettable learning exp
Let's Talk Books - The Dip by Seth Godin Conversation with Pete McPherson of PeteMcpherson.com (opens the original)
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Let's Talk Books - The Dip by Seth Godin Conversation with Pete McPherson of PeteMcpherson.com What separates successful schools from those that struggle to gain momentum? Sometimes, it's knowing what to keep pursuing—and what to let go. In this episode, Thomas is joined by entrepreneur Pete McPherson to discuss The Dip by Seth Godin and explore how its lessons apply to Catholic school leadership. Together, they unpack the difference between the temporary challenges that lead to growth and the d
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