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Enterprise Middle School received the 2018 ASCD Whole Child Award in Washington and the 2018 Global "Class Act Award" for its award winning culture. By creating a culture of kindness, service, and empathy we've taken student leadership to an epic level. We invite you to join in this student-led journey where we explore Character, Excellence, and Community with some of the best leadership minds. We'll be sharing interviews with authors, educators, experts, and even other leadership students around the country. Whether you're an educator, student, parent or just passionate about culture and leadership, we invite you into this unique platform focused on raising education to incredible heights.

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United States

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Enterprise Middle School received the 2018 ASCD Whole Child Award in Washington and the 2018 Global "Class Act Award" for its award winning culture. By creating a culture of kindness, service, and empathy we've taken student leadership to an epic level. We invite you to join in this student-led journey where we explore Character, Excellence, and Community with some of the best leadership minds. We'll be sharing interviews with authors, educators, experts, and even other leadership students around the country. Whether you're an educator, student, parent or just passionate about culture and leadership, we invite you into this unique platform focused on raising education to incredible heights.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Dr. Jessica Long

4/6/2020
Dr. Jessica Long is a Clinical Psychologist in Kennewick, Washington. She has been a Psychologist for over 10 years with experience working with youth, adults, and families. She received a BA in Psychology from Sacred Heart University of Fairfield, CT in 1999. She helps many children, adults, and families deal with self-harm, depression, emotional dysregulation, and relationship difficulties. She has been a recognized community expert in helping children, adults, and families ever since...

Duration:00:36:52

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Kristen Nan

4/6/2020
Kristen Nan is an educator, blogger, speaker, and the co-author of the inspiring book: All In: Taking a Gamble in Education. She is the founder of True Grit, a foundation to create success in learning and life. She has been a 3rd grade teacher at Hopewell Elementary in Aliquippa, PA for the last 22 years. Nan has a passion for building relationships with her students, colleagues, and community. In this episode, Nan discusses her childhood and how that shaped her life and the person she is...

Duration:00:38:12

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Fabian Ramirez

4/6/2020
Fabian Ramirez is an anti-bullying speaker and drug prevention specialist based out of Washington DC. Bully prevention is near to Fabian's heart simply because he was bullied in middle school and he knows the psychological impact that bullying can have on students. Fabian's personal mission is to get in front of as many students as possible and share his message and ways to prevent and eliminate bullying behavior on campuses across the United States. In this episode, Ramirez talks about how...

Duration:00:17:15

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Paul Casey

4/6/2020
Paul Casey is a national keynote speaker, author, trainer, and leadership consultant, who has been serving the corporate world for 24 years. Casey is the author of Maximizing Every Minute. He is a recognized expert on time management, and personal growth. He is an ACC-certified coach with the International Coaching Federation, a Master Trainer, and is a member of the National Speakers Association. He was awarded Solopreneur of the Year by the West Richland Chamber. In this episode, Casey...

Duration:00:25:29

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Lee Caraher

4/6/2020
Lee Caraher is the founder and CEO of Double Forte, a national public relations and digital media agency, based in San Francisco, that works with beloved consumer and technology brands. Lee is a highly sought after communications expert known for her business building acumen and insights. She is also the author of the Millenials and Management and The Boomerang Principle. Lee is recognized for creating high performing, positive, intergenerational workplaces. She is an expect in the field...

Duration:00:45:56

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Tara Martin

3/8/2020
Tara Martin is an enthusiastic educator, national keynote speaker and author of "BE Real: Educate from the Heart" and "Cannonball In." Tara Martin thrives on change and is an educational disrupter. She has been a classroom teacher, instructional coach, district administrator, and is the founder of #BookSnaps, and loves making learning fun and meaningful. Currently, she's the PR and Communication Director at Dave Burgess Consulting. Tara's ambition is to lead a culture of innovative change...

Duration:00:37:55

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Jewell Parker Rhodes

3/1/2020
Jewell Parker Rhodes is an award winning author of six adult novels, and numerous young adult novels. Her fearless and authentic literature includes: Ghost Boys, Towers Falling, and Black Brother, Black Brother. She’s won the Coretta Scott King honor, the Jane Adams Children’s book award, and many others. She grew up in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania where she earned her BA in drama criticism, she also earned a Doctorate of Arts in English. Rhodes is the Founding Artistic Director and Piper...

Duration:00:45:32

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BONUS EPISODE: Sheldon Weddle

2/17/2020
Sheldon Weddle is an amazing vice principal for Enterprise Middle School. As a graduate and former kicker from Eastern Washington University, Weddle's is now in his 9th year in education. Weddle is a passionate educational leader who models excellence everyday. In this episode, Weddle shares his template for being a leader of character. Later, Lilly joins Brayden and Desi to breakdown Weddle’s poignant words. CONNECT WITH ​Sheldon: TWITTER Follow Award Winning Culture : Twitter...

Duration:00:34:27

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Jimmy Casas

2/9/2020
Jimmy Casas is CEO and President of J Casas and Associates, and a recognized expert in school culture. Casas is an award-winning educator, speaker, and author, who served 14 years as principal at Bettendorf High School which was known for its positive school culture for students and staff. BHS won numerous awards for all of the positive results from Casas leadership. He won Iowa principal of the year, a finalist for National Principal of the Year, the Bammy award for national principal, and...

Duration:00:44:03

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Johnson-Williams Middle School

1/21/2020
Evan Robb and 8th grade student Davis are from Johnson-Williams Middle School in Berryville, Virginia. Robb is the recipient of the Horace Mann Educator of the Year Award, a TEDx Speaker, a progressive speaker, and a fitness enthusiast. Robb is the author of The Principal's Leadership Sourcebook, The Ten-Minute Principal, Team Makers, and Schools Full of Readers. He believes that all learning begins with a question. Davis is a 7th grade passionate leader, who's helping elevate...

Duration:00:37:28

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Dr. Amy Fast

1/13/2020
Dr. Amy Fast is the author of an outstanding book called, "It's the Mission, Not the Mandates." This book is about how real change occurs and how we never have had a clear purpose for our schools. Additionally, she argues that now more than ever educators need this book in their lives. Fast is a former teacher, instructional coach, professional developer, and now current educational lead principal at McMinnville High School in Oregon. Fast's main goal in life is to inspire students,...

Duration:00:39:31

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Rosanna Herrera-Brown: Speaking out against Sexual Violence

1/4/2020
Rosanna Herrera-Brown is Program Director of Crisis and Prevention at the Support, Advocacy, Resource Center (SARC) in Kennewick Washington. Herrera has been working with SARC since 2008 after obtaining her Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice from Heritage University. Herrera believes her involvement with SARC has been an opportunity for her to live out her life’s purpose. She is absolutely driven by an inner passion and purpose to advocate for those who face social injustices, promote...

Duration:00:27:29

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Jason Treu

12/22/2019
Jason Treu is a chief people officer, employee engagement and leadership development expert, author, and Keynote Speaker. Treu has had the opportunity to share his message with all of the following: Microsoft, Southwest, Public Relations Society of America, Phillips May Corporation, and TEDx. Treu is the best selling author of "Social Wealth: A How To Guide on Building Extraordinary Business Relationships by Transforming the Way We Live, Love, Lead, and Network." His incredible book sold...

Duration:00:21:28

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Kyle Willkom

12/14/2019
Kyle Willkom is a leadership speaker and trainer who lives an action filled life. He has written 2 books, Wake Up Call and The Thinking Dilemma, and created a dynamic leadership course called Action Packed Life. Willkom loves to share his adventures with his beautiful wife Danielle. He loves to travel and share his knowledge of leadership wherever he goes too many young listeners. Willkom travels the country with his guitar in hand delivering inspirational speeches that are funny,...

Duration:00:28:44

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Rachael Mann

12/8/2019
Rachael Mann is the founder of #TeachlikeTED, and organization that provides teachers, students, and leaders with tools for presentation literacy. Additionally, she is the co-author of the book “Martians in Your Classroom.” Mann is a highly sought out National Keynote and TEDx Speaker on the future of education who loves to help educators rethink some of their learning spaces. Mann was a former high school career and technical educator. She is a Google Certified educator with a master's...

Duration:00:32:54

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Dr. Joe Martin

12/1/2019
Dr. Joe Martin is an award-winning international speaker, author, educator, and certified "man builder". Dr. Martin teachers young people to become leaders in their community based on his life experience. He is the product of a single, teenage-mother and survived abject poverty, sexual and physical abuse, abandonment, anger, depression, rejection, and addiction. He now focus on helping people become the best versions of themselves through connection, community, and coaching. In this episode,...

Duration:00:27:56

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Dan Tricarico

11/23/2019
Dan Tricarico is the author of The Zen Teacher: Creating Focus, Simplicity, and Tranquility in the Classroom and Sanctuaries: Self-Care Secrets for Stressed Out Teachers. He’s a talented speaker and trainer on self care for educators and students. Tricarico has been an English teacher for over 25 years, a passionate writer of fiction and poetry and an avid tutor. In this episode, Tricarico shares the impact of wellness on education and beyond. Later, Qurin joins Marla and Jordan to discuss...

Duration:00:34:03

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Brooks Gibbs

11/17/2019
Brooks Gibbs is the author of “Love is Greater than Hate,” an award winning speaker and social educator to students, teachers, and parents. He’s been spreading the word of how to build emotional resilience and live by the Golden Rule, all around the world. His book explains his 7 steps to start a movement of kindness and compassion on campus. Gibbs has been able to reach 2 million students through speaking at schools, and 250 million people through views on his viral videos. He’s simply...

Duration:00:25:12

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BONUS EPISODE: Don Smith

11/6/2019
Don Smith is a former Lieutenant commander in the Navy for 20 years, a Certified Public Accountant, and was a teacher at Washington State University for another 20 years. He is now a retired veteran of Vietnam and has two kids, twelve grandkids, and two great-grandkids. Smith was a proud graduate of Richland High School and Washington State University. In this episode, Smith shares with his incredible resilience and leadership skills he has accumulated over 77 years. Later, Kian joins Josh...

Duration:00:31:31

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Allyson Apsey

11/2/2019
Allyson Apsey is the principal at Quincy Elementary School in Zeeland, Michigan. She's a national speaker including a TEDx talk. Furthermore, she's the author of three amazing books, The Path to Serendipity, Through the Lens of Serendipity, and The Princes of Serendip. Apsey has been in education for over 20 years and 15 of those years as a school leader. Apsey recognizes the impact that trauma has on students, staff, and the community. She is dedicated to creating a foundation for...

Duration:00:29:25