Culture of Learning and Mission Alignment Archives

Leader Chat: Leader Credibility with Doug Fisher

Posted on September 21, 2022 (July 9, 2025) by Angela Comtois

If you have been an educator any time within the last twenty years, and don’t know who Dr. Doug Fisher is, what rock have you been hiding under? All kidding aside, Doug Fisher is known as an expert in a number of things . . . . literacy, professional learning communities, but today he and Jeff chat about Leadership Credibility. Doug wrote Leader Credibility: the essential traits of those who engage, inspire and transform- which is exactly why we invited him to talk with us….

Leader Chat: Future Ready Schools and Leadership Teams with Deborah Delisle

Posted on September 7, 2022 (July 9, 2025) by Angela Comtois

If you listen to this, you will learn that Deborah Delisle is an amazing leader. As the president and chief executive officer of All4Ed, past CEO of ASCD, and was the U.S. assistant secretary of elementary and secondary education, she provides insights and wise advice from a leadership perspective. Deb and Jeff try to focus on the topics of innovation, underserved students, and working in teams, but they go even deeper than planned. This is an honest and heartfelt conversation, and we are so thankful for this Leader Chat….

Leader Chat: Leading and Implementing Proficiency-based Systems with Robert Marzano

Posted on August 3, 2022 (July 9, 2025) by Angela Comtois

Those who have been in education for some time and have paid attention know Robert Marzano is a rock star! His expertise runs deep in many areas, and in this Leader Chat, we were thrilled to pick his brain on leading and implementing proficiency-based systems in schools and districts. We are so lucky to have such an esteemed lineup of guests, and Dr. Marzano only adds to the esteem of our show….

Leader Chat: Navigating Leadership Transitions with Stephen Murley

Posted on May 11, 2022 (July 9, 2025) by Angela Comtois

Leadership transitions are tricky, not just for the school community, but also emotionally for the leader. Stephen Murley is a well-known and respected superintendent, successfully leading three different districts. Due to health concerns, Steve just resigned from his superintendent post in Green Bay Wisconsin. Jeff, a long-time colleague with Stephen, wanted to pick Stephen’s brain and discuss the emotions behind his past and current leadership transitions. This is a very relevant discussion for all educational leaders to hear and we appreciate the candid and thoughtful advice Stephen discusses with us….

Leader Chat: Reinventing Schools with Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond

Posted on December 10, 2021 (July 9, 2025) by Angela Comtois

Linda Darling-Hammond talks with us about reinventing schools, new design principles for schools, preparing teachers for deeper learning, and some overall advice she has for educational leaders….

Leader Chat: Spirit Work and The Science of Collaboration with Michael Fullan

Posted on December 8, 2021 (July 9, 2025) by Angela Comtois

Dr. Michael Fullan elevates our understanding, truly setting a new bar, relative to the need for deep collaboration in our schools and communities….

Leader Chat: Culture and Trust with Dr. Mark Elgart

Posted on October 27, 2021 (July 9, 2025) by Angela Comtois

This episode focuses on leadership, culture, and trust. Dr. Rose sits down with our CEO and President of Cognia, Dr. Mark Elgart. Mark has led our organization since 2002. Cognia now serves as the trusted partner with over 36,000 institutions in 85 countries to advance learning for 25 million students! Based on his vast experience, his insights on leadership and what are the most critical opportunities for school systems are insightful and clear….