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Quick Take:
What happens when two seasoned school leaders stop writing a book… and start talking it out instead? Danny and Jethro launch a new podcast series turning outdated leadership advice on its head — and reshaping what’s possible in school culture, creativity, and impact.
🔨 Breaking Down the Old Rules
Key Insight #1: Learning Isn’t Linear
What’s broken: School treats learning like a conveyor belt — step-by-step, same pace for all.
The shift: Honor learning as a personal, messy, unpredictable dance.
Impact: When we validate learning beyond test scores, students thrive in and outside the classroom.
Key Insight #2: Don’t Wait a Year to Lead
What’s broken: The myth that new principals must “observe only” their first year.
The shift: Make changes that align to your vision as soon as possible.
Impact: Bold, early action builds trust and momentum faster than playing it safe.
Key Insight #3: Stop Worshipping Work Hours
What’s broken: First one in, last one out = good leader.
The shift: Your worth isn’t your hours. It’s your impact.
Impact: Leaders reclaim their time, model healthy boundaries, and get more done with less stress.
💬 Quotable Ruckus
"If you need to turn in lesson plans to feel accountable, we’ve got bigger problems."
— Jethro Jones
🚀 Your Do School Different Challenge
Tomorrow: Ask your staff, “What should we start, stop, or continue doing?”
This Month: Identify one outdated practice on campus and eliminate it.
This Semester: Reimagine one element of school culture using your Do School Different scorecard.
📌 Ruckus Makers Don’t Just Listen — They Act
If education ain’t a bit disruptive, then what are your students really learning?
This show isn’t about doing school better.
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