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Superintendents Unplugged

Strategos Podcast Network

Welcome, ladies and gentlemen, to the inaugural episode of "Superintendents Unplugged: In Depth with Davis," the podcast where we"ll dive deep into the world of Educational Leadership. I"m your host, Addison Davis, and I"m thrilled to have you join me as we embark on this inspiring journey together. As a superintendent myself, I understand the challenges and complexities that come with leading a school district. But what I"ve come to realize is that there"s an abundance of amazing work being done

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16:21

How JPEF is Transforming Jacksonville's Educational...

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2025/10/13

In this episode of Superintendent Unplugged, host and Strategos Partner Addison Davis sits down with Rachel Fortune, President of the Jacksonville Public Education Fund (JPEF), to explore the power of community-driven education reform.With over 15 years of leadership experience, Fortune shares her passion for advancing educational equity and creating sustainable impact. She discusses JPEF’s role as a “think and do tank,” blending data-driven insights with real action to transform public education in

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19:14

Turning the Tide: How Dr. Alesia Smith Drives Lasting...

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2025/10/06

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with Dr. Alesia Smith, Deputy Superintendent and Chief of Schools for Cincinnati Public Schools, to explore what it means to lead with both heart and strategy in today’s ever-evolving educational landscape. With over 30 years of transformative experience, Dr. Smith shares the wisdom she’s gained from turning around some of the nation’s lowest-performing schools and her unwavering belief that every child deserves access to

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19:05

No Excuses, Just Excellence: Buffalo’s Education...

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2025/09/22

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with Dr. Tonja M. Williams Knight, superintendent of Buffalo Public Schools and a hometown changemaker with more than three decades in education. Recorded live at the Council of the Great City Schools Conference in Dallas, this conversation captures the energy and urgency behind Dr. Williams Knight’s leadership.From school counselor to the top office, Dr. Williams Knight shares her rare journey from student to superintendent

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17:59

Insights from Dr. Joe Gothard: Leadership Lessons...

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2025/09/15

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with Dr. Joe Gothard, 2024 AASA National Superintendent of the Year and proud Madison native, for an insightful and heartfelt conversation on leadership, resilience, and coming full circle.Dr. Gothard, who began his journey in education as a biology teacher at his alma mater, La Follette High School, shares the powerful story of returning to lead the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD)—the same district where he was

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19:13

Dr. Morris Leis on School Safety Innovations in...

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2025/09/08

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with Dr. Morris Leis, Superintendent of Coffee County Schools in Georgia. Recorded live at the AASA Conference, the conversation offers an in-depth look at Dr. Leis’ remarkable 16-year journey as a superintendent, including 14 years leading his hometown district.A native of Coffee County, Dr. Leis shares how returning home wasn’t just a professional move—it was a personal calling. From his early days as a social studies

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22:14

Transforming Education: Strategies and Stories from...

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2025/09/01

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with two of the nation’s most respected education leaders—Dr. Kristi Wilson and Dr. Susan Enfield—for an unfiltered conversation on leadership, resilience, and the realities of the superintendency. Together, they delve into their new book, On Fire, Under Fire, or Fired, a candid chronicle of 40 superintendents navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and the political and professional turbulence that followed.Dr. Wilson, former

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19:53

Driving Educational Change: Dr. Horton Discusses...

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2025/08/25

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with Dr. Devon Horton, superintendent of Georgia’s DeKalb County School District—home to over 92,000 students and the third-largest school system in the state. Broadcasting from AASA’s national conference, this candid conversation dives into Dr. Horton’s 25-year journey in public education and the bold transformation he’s leading in DeKalb.From his early teaching days in Chicago Public Schools to his leadership roles in East

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15:54

From Crisis to Clarity: Dr. David Moore on...

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with Dr. David K. Moore, Superintendent of the School District of Indian River County, for a masterclass in transformative educational leadership. As a former counselor turned nationally recognized superintendent, Dr. Moore brings a compelling blend of heart, strategy, and unrelenting drive to his work—qualities that have propelled his district from the bottom third in Florida to the state’s top ten.Dr. Moore candidly shares

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20:13

Philly Roots, Data Moves: The Lajara Cousins...

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2025/08/11

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host and former superintendent Addison Davis sits down with two powerhouse educational leaders—and cousins—Dr. Ariel Lajara and Dr. Renato Lajara, both Assistant Superintendents in the School District of Philadelphia. What unfolds is more than a professional conversation; it’s a moving, unfiltered exploration of family legacy, community resilience, and transformative leadership in urban education.Born of humble beginnings—where their fathers left school

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20:28

Embracing Educational Challenges: Insights from...

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2025/08/04

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with Dr. John VanWagoner, Superintendent of Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS), for a candid conversation on leadership, innovation, and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of public education.With more than two decades of experience spanning the classroom, county, and state levels, Dr. VanWagoner offers listeners a grounded yet forward-thinking perspective on what it takes to lead a modern school district. From his

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17:22

Leading with Purpose: Dr. John B. Gordon III on...

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2025/07/28

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host and Strategos Partner Addison Davis sits down with Dr. John B. Gordon III, Superintendent of Suffolk Public Schools, to explore what it truly means to lead with both innovation and impact. With over 27 years of experience in education, Dr. Gordon shares how his career—from substitute teacher and basketball coach to superintendent—has shaped his student-first philosophy and bold leadership style.Listeners will hear how Suffolk is redefining

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16:24

Strategies to Combat Portland's Literacy Crisis with...

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2025/07/21

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis, Strategos Partner, sits down with Dr. Kimberlee Armstrong, Superintendent of Portland Public Schools, for an insightful conversation on leadership, literacy, and the challenges of guiding Oregon’s largest school district.Dr. Armstrong, eight months into her tenure, shares her strategic approach to driving positive change in Portland Public Schools, emphasizing three key priorities: advancing literacy, strengthening relationships, and

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19:20

Breaking Barriers, Building Hope: Dr. Tiffany...

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2025/07/14

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged: In-Depth with Davis, host Addison Davis sits down with trailblazing educational leader Dr. Tiffany Anderson, a seasoned superintendent whose 20+ year career spans three states and a powerful legacy of breaking racial and gender barriers.As the first African American female superintendent in several school districts—including Topeka, Kansas, home of the historic Brown v. Board case—Dr. Anderson shares her deeply personal journey of leading with purpose,

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17:45

Leading with Purpose: Dr. Alena Zachery-Ross on...

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2025/07/07

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged: In Depth with Davis, host Addison Davis sits down with Dr. Alena Zachery-Ross, Superintendent of Ypsilanti Community Schools and a nationally recognized leader in educational equity and innovation. With over 13 years in the superintendent seat and a remarkable turnaround legacy, Dr. Zachery-Ross brings insight, grace, and an unshakable commitment to public education.Recorded live at the AASA National Conference, this conversation explores the power of

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19:11

Scaling Success: Inside the 96% Graduation Rate at...

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2025/06/30

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host and former superintendent Addison Davis sits down with Dr. Maria Vazquez, Superintendent of Orange County Public Schools (OCPS), to explore the heart of educational leadership at scale. As the first Latina superintendent of Florida’s eighth-largest district—with over 208,000 students and 213 schools—Dr. Vazquez shares a deeply personal and powerful journey from a first-generation American to a trailblazing educational leader.Dr. Vazquez, the

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23:15

Dropouts Down, Test Scores Up: Philly’s Blueprint for...

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2025/06/23

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with Dr. Tony B. Watlington, superintendent of The School District of Philadelphia, for a candid and energizing conversation about transforming one of the nation’s largest and most complex public school systems. Live from the Council of the Great City Schools Conference in Dallas, Dr. Watlington reflects on his first three years at the helm of Philadelphia’s schools—highlighting early wins, key strategies, and the relentless

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20:18

Execution Over Intention: Tricia McManus on Getting...

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2025/06/09

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with Tricia McManus, Superintendent of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, for a dynamic conversation about what it means to lead with vision, courage, and compassion.With more than 30 years in public education, most of it spent in Hillsborough County, Florida, McManus brings a deep well of experience and a crystal-clear focus to the work of equity, access, and instructional excellence. From her roots as a teacher and

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15:26

Stress, Setbacks & Social Media: The Truth About...

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2025/06/02

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with veteran superintendent Jerry Almendarez, a 15-year leader whose career has been defined by resilience, heart, and a deep-rooted commitment to community.Now leading Santa Ana Unified School District—after decades of service in Colton, the very district where he once walked the halls as a student—Jerry shares a full-circle journey few in education ever experience. From becoming the first Latino superintendent in his

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17:01

Urban Education, Unfiltered: A CEO’s Strategic Playbook

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2025/05/26

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with Dr. Warren Morgan, CEO of Cleveland Metropolitan School District, for a candid and insightful conversation on leading through challenge, driving innovation, and staying rooted in purpose. Recorded live at the Council of the Great City Schools’ 68th annual fall conference in Dallas, this episode explores Dr. Morgan’s first-year milestones—including the historic achievement of CMSD meeting Ohio’s state standards for the

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21:47

Leading Through Change: How Dr. Brent Jones is...

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2025/05/19

In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host and Strategos Partner Addison Davis sits down with Dr. Brent Jones, Superintendent of Seattle Public Schools, for a candid and compelling conversation about leadership, equity, and transformative change in urban education. Recorded live at the 68th Annual Council of Great City Schools Conference in Dallas, Texas, the discussion offers an in-depth look at how Dr. Jones is steering one of the nation's largest school districts through complex

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