{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Dr. Rachel White Talks Mirrors, Windows, and Data in the Superintendency","description":"Join Jamie Almanz\u00e1n and me for an insightful conversation with Dr. Rachel White, Associate Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. Dr. White, a former school board member and policy analyst, brings a wealth of experience and a passion for equity to her research on the superintendency.   In this episode, you'll learn:   \ud83d\udca1 The importance of humanizing the superintendency. Dr. White discusses the need to see superintendents as individuals with feelings, families, and a deep commitment to their communities.   \ud83d\udcca The stark reality of gender and racial disparities in the superintendency. She reveals that only 28% of superintendents are women, with even lower numbers for leaders of color, and explores the systemic barriers contributing to this gap.   \ud83d\udcaa How superintendents can effectively engage with policymakers. Dr. White offers practical advice on building relationships with legislators and advocating for policies that support students and schools.   Don't miss this thought-provoking conversation!  ----- An Imperfect Leader is sponsored by Yondr.  Schools around the world are seeing the damaging effects of phones on student engagement, social development, and mental health. Yondr has developed a unique product and program to allow schools to become phone-free, from arrival to dismissal. Learn why 1 Million Students use Yondr every day. MINIMIZE DISTRACTIONS. MAXIMIZE LEARNING POTENTIAL. Go to overyondr.com to learn more.   ------ At the end of every interview we have for teacher candidates, we say, \u201cWhat questions do you have for us?\u201d And they always ask, \u201cWhat kind of support can I expect?\u201d And we always say, \u201cDon't worry, we'll give you a mentor.\u201d That's where partners like EdConnective step in. They provide real coaching, observations and feedback with practice. EdConnective ensures that every student thrives by facilitating exceptional educator growth. If you're looking for support for your people, for your leaders, for science of reading efforts, for recruitment and retention initiatives, check out EdConnective.com. ------ Imperfect Leaders! Are you facing challenges filling open Speech-Language Pathologist positions within your district? Empat Speech understands the critical need for qualified professionals and partners with school districts with a menu of options.  -------- An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is supported by ILAA, LLC, a firm dedicated to supporting aspiring, new, and established leaders. For more information, please find them at www.human-centeredleaders.com. Music for An Imperfect Leader was written and arranged by Ian Varley. Sam Falbo created our artwork, a wood-print inspired daruma doll butterfly. ","author_name":"An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/432183","html":"