The Superintendent Effect
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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Becoming the Reason the World Moves with Aaron Bayer (opens the original)
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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 struggle
The Future of Barrow County with Dr. Dallas LeDuff (opens the original)
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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 pr
"I Got You": The Power of Culture in Newaygo with Ben Gilpin (opens the original)
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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
Taking Grand Forks to New Heights with Dr. Terry Brenner (opens the original)
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Dr. Terry Brenner — Grand Forks, North Dakota | Grand Forks Public Schools In 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
From Climbing the Ladder to Serving Others with Dr. Robert Mungo (opens the original)
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Dr. Robert Mungo, Superintendent of Mount Holly Township School District in Mount Holly Township, New Jersey, joins The Superintendent Effect for a conversation about family engagement, leadership, resilience, and building stronger communities. Dr. Mungo discusses the difference between family involvement and true engagement, his own journey to the superintendency, breaking generational cycles, and how his understanding of leadership has evolved over time. His message is simple but powerful: lea
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