Join us for another exciting episode as Arthur Griffin interviews Dr. Peter C. Gorman superintendent of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School system. Over the course of the interview, Dr. Gorman discusses several aspects of his time in Charlotte, and talks about the hard choices that come with a growing constituency and a shrinking budget, and about how to handle it when you are faced with the decision to close schools. But it is not all doom and gloom! He also talks about some of the successes he has had and the areas he has had to focus on to make his school system successful- describing the importance of being relevant and the need for professional development. This is an an intriguing interview as Dr. Gorman shares his valuable experience as a superintendent with district leaders nationwide; don't miss this episode!

Topic: Equity, Excellence, and the Future for Public Schools! Join us for a fascinating interview as Arthur Griffin speaks with Dr. Anne Bryant, Executive Director of the National School Boards Association. Over the course of this conversation, Dr. Bryant discusses many topics: from the Race to the Top fund to digital progress in our public schools, as well as keeping schools on the cutting edge of ever-evolving technology. She discusses the dynamic between the struggles for both equity and excellence, and reinforces the importance of local school boards. Come in and listen!

Mr. Peter Davis, President, McGraw-Hill Education

Special Feature Discussion: Critical Trends in K-12 Education

LeiLani Cauthen, Center for Digital Education

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Topic: A Discussion on Critical Trends in K-12 Education

Join us for this informative interview with Mr. Peter C. Davis, president of McGraw-Hill Education, as he discusses the digital transformation taking place in the education industry and how it will increasingly affect elementary and high schools nationwide. Our host LeiLani Cauthen, publisher of ConvergeMag.com, and Mr. Davis also discuss the National Education Technology Plan and Common Core Standards, as Mr. Davis comments on McGraw-Hill Education’s point of view and the company’s strategy to incorporate the technology plan and the standards into assessment and curriculum resources. Topics in this episode include

• Educational change in Action
• Educational Technology needs
• Response to Intervention (RtI) opportunities
• Impact of the Race to the Top on these trends
• And much more.

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Peter C. Davis President McGraw-Hill Education The McGraw-Hill Companies As President of McGraw-Hill Education, Peter C. Davis is responsible for leading one of the world's top educational publishers, serving teachers, students and individuals in a range of professions across virtually every aspect of the growing global education market from pre-K through professional learning. Peter has spearheaded a range of important growth initiatives for McGraw-Hill Education, including developing strategies to help the company's Pre-K through 12 education group compete effectively in the elementary and high school market, helping improve marketing and sales for its testing and assessment services business, and devising strategies to enter the career educational services markets internationally. He also is leading McGraw-Hill Education’s efforts to develop effective digital learning platforms and tools that are customized to the needs of each student and designed to generate positive learning outcomes at virtually every level of education. Peter joined The McGraw-Hill Companies in 2006 as Executive Vice President of Global Strategy, where he worked closely with the Corporation's senior management team to build global business opportunities, strengthen its presence in existing markets, and develop partnerships and new business opportunities for the company's Education, Financial Services and Information & Media businesses. Earlier in his career, Peter was a managing director at Novantas LLC and was senior partner at Booz Allen Hamilton, where he led global client relationship development and delivery for the banking, brokerage and asset management segments. Peter holds a bachelor's degree from Rutgers College in New Brunswick, NJ, where he was a Henry Rutgers Scholar, and earned his master's degree in business administration from the Johnson School of Management at Cornell University.

Leilani Cauthen
Publisher, Converge Magazine VP Sales,
Center for Digital Education divisions of e.Republic, Inc.

LeiLani Cauthen is the Publisher of Converge magazine, a national media and events organization providing context and content for education change using technology for the policy levels in both K-12 and Higher Education. LeiLani manages the Center for Digital Education, helping hundreds of IT companies with sales strategy, research and the Center’s advisory services. In 1987, LeiLani was part of the original team to launch Government Technology magazine for e.Republic, Inc., the first national publication devoted to technology solutions in state and local government. From 2000-late 2003, LeiLani handled marketing and sales at Entrust Software for the eight western States, SLED segment, and worked with individual government agencies, Community Colleges and Universities. LeiLani rejoined e.Republic in the Center for Digital Government in 2003 and was later promoted to Publisher and Vice President of Sales in the Center for Digital Education. LeiLani has more than 18 years of experience in assisting companies to understand, sell and market to state/local government and education, and is a frequent speaker at various market association conferences and vendor sales conferences.

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Join us to listen as we interview Mr. Thomas Brady, the superintendent for Providence Public Schools, Providence, RI. What makes us the leaders we are? How do our life experiences surface when we serve as public school superintendents? These and many other questions are answered in a stirring discussion and retrospect of Mr. Thomas Brady's current career in public education. Our host Arthur Griffin and Mr. Brady discuss the challenges Mr. Brady has faced in the more than ten years he's been working in public education, and the intersection and differences among his experiences in Philadelphia and Fairfax, VA. In a unusual twist, listeners will also discover how Brady's extensive military career has helped shape and prepare him for the unique challenges he has faced as a public education leader in the current educational climate. From making the tough decisions, to monitoring performance and finding the right management style, this episode provides compelling inspiration, thoughtfulness and support for educational leaders. You do not want to miss this timely and helpful episode. District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2010. This podcast is part of the Transformation Education network of podcasts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources www.disctrictleaderspodcast.org You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337

Gregg Betheil, the New York City Department of Education's senior executive for Career and Technical Education (CTE), discusses the history of New York's CTE insitutions with Jeff Livingston. Gregg describes the role of his department in the current development and advancement of CTE programs through the city and state. He also provides a fascinating discussion about the different perceptions and distinctions, both true and false, found in the comparison between Universities and CTE institutions. Join us as Jeff Livingston conducts an interesting and detailed interview,and listen in as he and Gregg discuss: The past, present, and future of CTE institutions; common misconceptions about the comparison between CTE institutions and How Gregg's department is changing things- and their vision for the future. You do not want to miss this timely and helpful episode. District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2010. This podcast is part of the Transformation Education network of podcasts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources www.disctrictleaderspodcast.org You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337

Dr. Judy A. Alston, co-author of School Leadership and Administration: Important Concepts, Case Studies, and Simulations (McGraw-Hill), discusses hot topics in school leadership with guest host, David Patterson, in this 49th episode of District Leaders Podcast. The particular focus is about the importance and relevance of border crossings and student achievement in schools. Join us for a breakthrough discussion about motivation, critical thinking and student achievement for a wide base of students you serve in your schools every day. District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2008. This podcast is part of the Transformation Education network of podcasts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources at www.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2009. You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337

The School Board's Role in Decision Making: Insights from the President Elaine Cooper Reed, Cincinnati School Board President discusses issues facing public schools today with host Mr. Arthur Griffin. Dr. Reid discusses the challenges she has faced with school funding and downsizing, as well as many other issues. This episode is revealing and helpful as she shares with us many insights she's garnered over years of work with school boards and school officials.District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2008. This podcast is part of the Transformation Education network of podcasts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources at www.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2009. You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337

Dr. Eugene G.White, Superintendent of Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) in Indiana discusses difficult choices in district leadership with host Dr. Arthur Griffin. An accomplished author and recipient of 2009 Indiana Superintendent of the Year award (also in 2002). Having experience through the ranks from school principal through medium to large urban districts, he has much to share on leadership and coping with the difficult decisions faced in these roles. Dr. White has authored two books for school leaders including Leadership Beyond Excuses: The Courage to Hold the Rope. Join us for this most relevant an vital discussion about where district leaders can find support, guidance and direction in times of crisis. District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2008. This podcast is part of the Transformation Education network of podcasts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources at www.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2009. You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337

Mr. Neil Rochelle, Superintendent of the Iroquois Central School District in Western New York, provides a riveting account of the real needs facing district leaders across the USA and globe today regarding community issues such as H1N1. He discusses the topic, the unfolding of the experience in his district in fall 2009 and the strategies he employed, including social media communication. All of these details are included in this interview with District Leaders Podcast host Dr. Kathleen P. King. Bonus topics include social media decisions, relationships with the State Health Department, and what to do when the experts disagree! Join us for this most relevant an vital discussion about where district leaders can find support, guidance and direction in times of crisis. District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2008. This podcast is part of the Transformation Education network of podcasts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources at www.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2009. You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337

How can we best handle the stimulus model in our schools? Dr. Bruce S. Cooper, Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy, Fordham University, prolific author, well-known expert in school policy and finance and former President of the Politics of Education Society (PEA) is our guest for this special interview with District Leader's Podcast joining our host Dr. Kathleen P. King as they discuss this and other important questions. In the field of educational administration, policy, and finance, Dr. Cooper is a trend setter and prolific author, research and mentor of school leaders and superintendents around the globe. In 2009, he also received the Scribner Award for Mentoring from UCEA. Join us for this vibrant discussion as Cooper and King share how school superintendents strategize to succeed during a time of decreased funding and increased demands. District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2008. This podcast is part of the Transformation Education network of podcasts. Visit the website for full shownotes and resources at www.districtleaderspodcast.org District Leader's Podcast is produced and copyrighted by The McGraw-Hill Companies, 2007-2009. You may also leave us a message on our toll-free comment line is 1 (866) 435-5337