In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, we get to sit down with Dr. Aaron Johnson, leader, author, and professor. Here are some takeaways from our conversation:
🗣️ Humanizing Students: It's so crucial to allow students to be themselves, express their opinions, and share what they like and dislike about school.👂
🏫 Relationships are Key: Building strong, authentic relationships with students, teachers, and the community is fundamental.
💔 Challenging the Status Quo: We need to critically examine our own identities, biases, and the historical context of our education systems.
🔄 Seeking Diverse Perspectives: Surround yourself with people who don't think like you.
📚 Literacy as a Tool: Use literacy to connect with students and explore relevant issues.
🧊 The Iceberg Model: Remember that what we see (behaviors) is just the tip of the iceberg.
⚖️ Intentionality: Leaders ne
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