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Voices for Excellence

Dr. Michael T Conner

Welcome to Voices for Excellence, hosted by Dr. Michael Conners, where we explore the dynamic world of education, leadership, and innovation. This podcast offers in-depth conversations with thought leaders, educators, and industry experts, providing listeners with actionable insights and strategies to drive excellence in their fields. Season 3 continues our journey with a focus on cutting-edge topics like diversity in education, equality and inclusion, the impact of AI in the classroom, and

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00:39:35

Focus and Clarity in the AC-Stage of Education

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2025/03/10

Danelle Almaraz is an esteemed educational leader with an impressive track record over three decades. Throughout her distinguished career, Danelle’s unwavering commitment to student success and equity has consistently guided her efforts, making her a formidable advocate for the welfare of students, always prioritizing their best interests.

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00:38:46

Innovation, Creativity, and Excellence in Rural...

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2025/02/27

Dr. Vallerie Cave is the Superintendent of Allendale Country Schools. She is an experienced K-12 Turnaround Instructional Leader. Dr. Cave is highly skilled in transformation and school turnaround. She has a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry. Vallerie is skilled in Educational Consulting, Classroom Management, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, and Curriculum Development. Dr. Cave is a strong business development professional with a Doctor of

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00:58:26

Leveraging Effective Partnerships and Educational...

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2025/02/24

Paula Reed is the president and CEO of BizEducation Consulting, Inc. In the industry she is known as a “super connector” and innovative strategist for businesses, organizations and K12 administrators across the country. At BizEducation Consulting, she partners with companies to enhance sales and marketing initiatives and strategies, thought leadership development, designing and facilitating focus groups, advisory boards, events, and community ambassador programs.

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00:28:29

Shifting the Dynamics of Leadership and Education in...

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2025/02/20

Dr. Andraé Townsel is the Superintendent Calvert County Public Schools who demonstrates commitment to educational excellence. Dr. Townsel has led impressive academic gains, including contributing to Maryland’s meteoric rise in proficiency levels on the latest the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) from 40th to 20th in fourth grade reading nationally, driven by a district-wide commitment to the Science of Reading.

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00:39:20

EdTech and Education for Instructional Innovation and...

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2025/02/17

Kai Frazier is an educator turned EdTech entrepreneur passionate about using technology to provide inclusive and accessible opportunities for underestimated communities. As the founder and CEO of Kai XR, she leads an innovative learning platform that empowers schools to transform education through immersive technologies and high-quality instructional materials (HQIM). Through virtual field trips, collaborative 3D makerspaces, and interactive assessments, Kai XR boosts classroom engagement,

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01:09:16

Ethics, Equity, and Excellence with AI in the...

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2025/02/13

Ken (He/Him/His) currently holds an M.A. in Education with a specialization in Educational Technology as well as New Media Design and Production. Ken has provided consulting and professional learning support to many school districts/systems Nationally and Internationally as well as businesses, including non-profits, in the areas of educational/learning technology, organizational culture, equity, diversity, inclusion, and race. Ken also works with State Education Departments on educational

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00:36:01

Elevating the Evolution of Innovation, AI, and...

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2025/02/10

Dr. Garner brings 30+ years of experience in team development and leadership, customer success, program development, operational efficiencies, partnership development, and strategic planning to transform spaces, places, and outcomes. While strategic planning and customer success are critical to corporate wins, the complete toolkit includes organizational and operational assessment, performance and productivity improvement, organizational design, change management, and other organizational

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00:33:54

Leveraging Innovation and Excellence in Rural School...

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2025/02/06

Dr. Tony L. Hemingway is the Superintendent of the Fairfield County School District. Dr. Hemingway is an educator dedicated to the academic achievement of all students and leadership development for teachers and school and district-level administrators. During his career in education, he has served students as a classroom teacher, assistant principal, and principal. As a district-level administrator, he worked as the Clover School District's Chief Human Resources and Strategic Planning

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00:56:40

Level-Setting Leadership in the New Paradigm of the...

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2025/02/03

Dr. Monique Darrisaw-Akil is an experienced educational leader with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry. She is skilled in Youth-centered programming, college and career planning, developing strategic partnerships with nonprofit organizations, and leadership coaching. Monique is a strong administrative professional with a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) focused in Organizational Leadership, Management and Policy from Seton Hall University.

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00:50:16

Leadership: Influence and Impact in the AC-Stage of...

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2025/01/20

Dr. Ron Cabrera has been a public educator for 41 years. He has consulted and worked with multiple school districts doing turnaround work, advising central office leaders, community groups, and the Colorado Department of Education. Ron is a leader in diversity, equity professional learning, programming, and policy development. He led the development of policies and services to support transgender students, receiving praise from the US Department of Education.

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00:54:56

Unwrapping Depth of Knowledge and Cognitive...

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2025/01/06

Dr. Norman L. Webb serves as program advisor for WebbAlign. Dr. Webb developed the Webb alignment methodology and original Depth-of-Knowledge (DOK) definitions in 1997. At the time he was a Senior Research Scientist for the Wisconsin Center for Education Research (WCER) and was funded in part by the National Science Foundation. The DOK definitions describe levels or categories of cognitive complexity.

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00:39:18

Defining the Creative Tension of Leadership,...

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2024/12/23

Dr. Kristi Wilson served as superintendent of the Buckeye Elementary School District in Buckeye, Arizona for eleven years facilitating the delivery of an outstanding education for approximately 6,000 students and nine campuses. Dr. Wilson is a well known advocate for building relationships, leveraging talents and empowering communities to take risks ensuring all stakeholders are committed to lead by example. Dr. Wilson is one of the nation’s top thought leaders in public education.

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00:55:45

The Paradox of Achieving Coherence with AI in the...

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2024/12/09

Inspired by his youth development and nonprofit work as a student at Morehouse College, Jason Green has dedicated his career to creating positive change in education. As co-founder of LINC (Learning Innovation Catalyst), Jason helps schools and districts reimagine and implement 21st century teaching and learning. Jason is driven by the belief that all children have a right to a high-quality education.

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00:44:40

Leveraging Intention and Strategic Work in the...

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2024/11/25

Dr. Tamara Allen-Thomas is currently the Superintendent of Clairton City School District. Dr. Allen-Thomas served as Principal/Chief Academic Officer at Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship for nine years. Additionally, she has served in a variety of leadership roles in the Pittsburgh Public School District for thirteen years. Her commitment to excellence, coupled with her extensive experience and involvement in various organizations, positions her as a respected figure in the field of

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01:03:09

Creating Synergy with Education Leaders and EdTech...

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2024/11/09

Max Brooks is an highly motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic professional with 20+ years of experience in the field of education. Brooks has experience building consensus and informing administrators and district-level officials of best practices and initiatives to improve performance outcomes.

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00:50:44

Creating Excellence and Equity in EdTech for AC-Stage...

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2024/11/04

Matt Monjan is the Founder of Infusedu, a sales and marketing strategy consultancy that specializes in working directly with K-12 school districts and corporate education partnerships. att acts as a partner to help school systems develop innovative learning initiatives powered by dynamic digital content and professional development.

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00:55:06

Unpacking the Inevitable: CTE and AI as the...

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2024/10/21

Rachael Mann is the CEO and Executive Director of EDFuture. Rachael believes in the importance of shaping the educational philosophies and spaces of today by looking toward the innovations of tomorrow. From professional growth to motivational talks to workshops, Rachael loves to inspire audiences to think bigger and dream beyond.

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00:47:48

The Leadership Paradox Unpacked for AC-Stage Success

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2024/10/08

Dr. Neil Gupta began serving Oakwood City Schools as Superintendent in August 2023. Dr. Gupta holds a doctorate in educational leadership from Ashland University, a Master's Degree in Curriculum & Instruction from Ashland University, and a Bachelor of Science in Education Degree from Miami University.

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00:46:55

Disruptive Innovation in the AC-Stage of Education

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2024/09/23

Michael B. Horn is the co-founder of and a distinguished fellow at the Clayton Christensen Institute for Disruptive Innovation, a non-profit think tank, and teaches at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He strives to create a world in which all individuals can build their passions, fulfill their potential, and live a life of purpose through his writing, speaking, and work with a portfolio of education organizations.

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01:02:25

Addressing Excellence and Equity for an Inclusive...

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2024/09/09

Dr. Elizabeth Alvarez is the superintendent of Forest Park School District 91. As a leader, she encourages staff, community and students to achieve greatness in all they do and take pride in their school climate and culture. More importantly, she aims to instill a sense of belonging with a developed understanding of social emotional learning driven to make schools safe learning environments so that learning is at the forefront and increased student achievement is inevitable.

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