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June 5, 2025 24 mins

In this episode of the "Learning Can't Wait" podcast, host Hayley Spira-Bauer interviews Dr. Tony Hemingway, superintendent of Fairfield One, about his journey from a student who once failed 11th grade English to leading a school district and writing a book titled "Make Something Out of Yourself." Dr. Hemingway credits pivotal mentors, including a supportive summer school teacher and a superintendent who hired him, for helping him overcome discouragement and shaping his mission to ensure every student experiences encouragement and support. He discusses his efforts to build leadership pipelines, foster inclusive school communities, and create student-centered initiatives like the "SOAR Sofa," where students are recognized and engaged in meaningful conversations. Dr. Hemingway also addresses navigating educational uncertainty, the importance of fiscal responsibility, and the value of continuous improvement, concluding with advice for new teachers to stay committed, seek mentorship, and focus on practices that help students succeed.

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