“100% of the kids, 100% of the time means that for every child that goes through our door, we are going to work as hard as we can to do what that child needs.”
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Dr. Adam Drummond is here to talk about leadership, education, and some great principles from his book, The Instructional Change Agent. Dr. Drummond has a vast array of educational experience. He served as an elementary teacher and then moved up in the ranks becoming a principal and beyond.
He’s served as a consultant, manager, director, and keynoter for the International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE). He shares his vast knowledge and experience in this interview.
We have a “need to know” about how we make sure that we’re implementing PBL with fidelity. I talk about the importance of authenticity and real-world growth. Support your staff to build competence and then they can train others.
Episode Highlights:
[02:01] How do we make sure we're implementing PBL with fidelity?
[02:35] The first people who implement PBL at your school will begin to define PBL at your school. Show a growth mindset, because your facilitators will expect feedback in terms of growth.
[09:38] Having a positive educational experience forms a positive educational attitude. Impact matters.
[10:41] Dr. Drummond knew he wanted to be in education since he was in the first grade.
[13:07] It's important to understand each individual child's true needs.
[17:24] Creating number one resources to match your goal.
[20:25] We need our workforce to grow with the four E's: employment, enlistment, enrollment, and entrepreneurship.
[23:28] Dr. Drummond shares how their community advisory team benefits their school and instruction.
[26:56] Where do you want to be five years from now? Five questions to get there.
[34:50] Looking at what is translating into student achievement and growth.
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