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Leading Out The Woods

Matthew Woods - Education Podcast Network

This podcast is dedicated to all my fellow K-12 educators as I reflect on my experiences & best practices working in K-12 education as a former teacher & current administrator.New episodes are released bi-weekly on Friday"s at 5 PM (excluding special bonus episodes). Subscribe so you don"t miss any new episodes! Additionally, feel free to leave a review!Contact Information:Email-> leadingoutthewoods@gmail.comTwitter-> @woodfromawoodsWebsite-> leadingoutthewoods.com

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36:56

Throwback Thursday! Diversity as Value-Added

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2025/06/19

Throwback Thursday! Diversity as Value-Added featuring Dr. Leighangela BradyOriginally Released On: 9-8-2023This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Brady shares the work her team is doing in National School District to develop exceptionally prepared learners.✅ Dr. Brady gives tips on engaging all stakeholders in meaningful planning and strategic partnerships.Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this

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11:43

Anchor Chat #19: Dangerous Assumptions

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2025/06/13

Anchor Chat #19: Dangerous AssumptionsIn this episode, Dr. Woods discusses why dangerous assumptions lead to confusion, frustration, and missed opportunities. In this quick episode, he shares why it's essential to build context, check for understanding, and offer shared reference points—whether you're teaching a lesson, leading a meeting, or calling home.

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32:52

Throwback Thursday: Leveraging Leadership

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2025/06/12

Throwback Thursday! Title: Leveraging Leadership featuring Dr. Robert ThornellOriginally Released On: 5-20-2022This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Thornell shares the five distinct activities he believes all principals should exhibit. ✅ Dr. Thornell advocates for principals to “tell the story” about their school to generate buy-in and support for their staff and students.Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting

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45:12

Transitioning from K12 to Higher Ed

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2025/05/31

In this powerful episode, Dr. Alex Chisholm joins Dr. Woods to share his journey from working in K12 schools to becoming a leader in higher education. He reflects on lessons learned, unexpected challenges, and the transferable skills that helped him thrive in a new educational space.

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35:41

Throwback Thursday! Leading Through Crisis

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2025/05/29

Throwback Thursday! Leading Through Crisis featuring Charles WilliamsOriginally Released On: 1-28-2022This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Charles discusses the way he led his staff through the COVID pandemic.✅ Charles shares his philosophy of S.M.A.R.T. that he implements during crises.Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today.🕰️ Don’t

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40:29

Throwback Thursday! Learning from Mistakes & Failure...

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2025/05/22

Throwback Thursday! Learning from Mistakes & Failure in the Classroom featuring Dr. Julie WarnerThis week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Warner discusses why she believes self-reflecting on mistakes and failure in your instructional practice is vital for improving your teaching.✅ Dr. Warner shares several examples from her book, “Failure Before Success: Teachers Describe What They Learned from Mistakes.”Whether you’re hearing it

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15:34

Anchor Chat #18: School Etiquette

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2025/05/18

Anchor Chat #18: School EtiquetteIn this episode, Dr. Woods explores how strong school etiquette lays the foundation for respectful learning environments. Drawing from key themes in his book Leading Out The Woods: Nurturing School Etiquette for Success, he unpacks the importance of self-reflection, clear expectations, and understanding student needs when implementing discipline.

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34:25

Throwback Thursday! The Importance of Play

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2025/05/15

Throwback Thursday! The Importance of Play featuring Dr, Michael HynesOriginally Released On: 3-6-2021This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Hynes discusses why the concept of “play” is a foundational learning theme for children.✅ Dr. Hynes shares how he empowers educators to actively think about and consider play-based instruction, while adhering to testing mandates and regulations.Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or

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40:39

Throwback Thursday! Teacher Internships

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2025/05/08

Throwback Thursday! Teacher Internships featuring Jeff DavisOriginally Released On: 12-31-2021This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Jeff discusses the current teacher preparation environment.✅ Jeff shares strategies on enriching clinical experiences for aspiring teachers.Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today. Don’t forget to check back

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55:20

Leveraging School Parent Groups

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2025/05/03

Episode #119 is up! Check it out!!!Special Guest Christina Hidek joins Dr. Woods to share how school administration and PTO partnerships are key for healthy school communities. Additionally, Christina shares strategies to boost family and community engagement. Visit her website at https://ptoanswers.com/ to learn more about her work.

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41:15

Throwback Thursday! Unlocking an Innovative Mindset

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2025/05/01

Throwback Thursday! Unlocking an Innovative Mindset featuring George CourosOriginally Released On: 1-14-2022This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ George shares how he encourages staff to adopt an innovative mindset.✅ George discusses the inhibitors to avoid that prevent innovation from occurring.Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate

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40:21

Throwback Thursday! Community Engagement thru PLC's

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2025/04/24

Throwback Thursday! Community Engagement thru PLC's featuring Dr. Nathaniel ProvencioOriginally Released On: 7-16-2021This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Provencio shares how community engagement propels student achievement and promotes a positive school culture.✅ Dr. Provencio gives strategies from his book, Community Connections and Your PLC at Work.Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this

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17:20

Anchor Chat #17: Art of Questioning

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2025/04/18

Anchor Chat #17: The Art of QuestioningIn this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods dives into how asking the right questions can drive deeper thinking, spark engagement, and elevate instruction across all classrooms.

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48:43

Throwback Thursday! The Science of Happiness &...

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2025/04/17

Throwback Thursday! Title: The Science of Happiness & Wellbeing for Educators featuring Kim StrobelOriginally Released On: 12-17-2021This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Kim shares why the science of happiness and wellbeing is important to her.✅ Kim gives strategies and tips for educators to increase their happiness.Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that

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47:46

Throwback Thursday! Do You Have Meeting Goals?

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2025/04/10

Throwback Thursday! Do You Have Meeting Goals? featuring Dr. Thomas Van SoelenOriginally Released On: 10-21-22This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Van Soelen discusses why schools chronically experience poorly-facilitated meetings.✅ Dr. Van Soelen shares strategies to effectively and efficiently use time wisely when meeting.Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with

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42:26

Unpacking Collaborative Leadership

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2025/04/04

Episode #118 is up! Check it out!!!Unpacking Collaborative LeadershipSpecial Guest Ms. Pamela Ehnle, Education Consultant and Author, joins Dr. Woods on episode #118 of Leading Out The Woods to discuss Unpacking Collaborative Leadership. In this episode, they share the inspiration behind their latest book, Leading Out The Woods: Collaborative Leadership, and explore why collaboration is essential for effective leadership in education. They define collaborative leadership, highlight key themes from

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47:18

Throwback Thursday! School Law

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2025/04/03

Throwback Thursday!Title: School Law featuring Dr. John DaytonOriginally Released On: 1-29-21This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Dayton dives into a variety of school law topics that teachers and administrators deal with on a daily basis.✅ Dr. Dayton shares tips and strategies from his renowned educational leadership book, Education Law: Principles, Policies, and Practice.Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting

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38:21

Throwback Thursday! Art of In-School Suspension

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2025/03/27

Throwback Thursday! Title: Art of In-School Suspension featuring Johnathan CranfordOriginally Released On: 6-16-2023This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Johnathan discusses his strategies on implementing a successful in-school suspension program at his school.✅ Johnathan details how the success led to his book, "The Art of In-School Suspension: A Discipline Program that Benefits Staff and Students."Whether you’re hearing it for the

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12:31

Anchor Chat #16: Project-Based Learning for Deeper...

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2025/03/21

Anchor Chat #16: Project-Based Learning for Deeper EngagementIn this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods reflects on Project-Based Learning for Deeper Engagement, sharing insights on how this instructional approach can foster student curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking. He discusses strategies for designing meaningful projects that connect learning to real-world experiences, empowering students to take ownership of their education.

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43:16

Throwback Thursday! Authentic Literature featuring...

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2025/03/20

Throwback Thursday! Authentic Literature featuring Dr. Donyall DickeyOriginally Released On: 5-7-2021This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Dickey shares what authentic literature and how it should be used in teaching and learning.✅ Dr. Dickey discusses his book, Mitigating Curricular Chaos, which shares strategies on constructing and procuring core content curricula that addresses and mitigates the achievement gap.Whether you’re

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