Empowering Women Leadership in Public Education

Delve into the enriching world of authentic leadership with Kim Fry, a seasoned educational leader who journeyed from a student to the superintendent of Rochester School District. In a role where the average duration is 5 years, Kim has been there for 12 and shares how to be agile and empower others to lead while staying true to herself. She emphasizes the need for listening and constant learning as the cornerstones of leadership, while offering crucial insights from a woman's perspective. 

Throughout the episode, Kim, Peter DeWitt, and Mike Nelson explore the importance of creating exclusive spaces for women, harnessing authentic leadership gifts, and championing for one's self and others. She highlights how strategic use of AI tools can free up a leader’s time, allowing them to focus on mentoring, coaching, and relationship-building. And casts a critical eye on the decision-making processes regarding Superintendent appointments, delving into how to better educate school board members and bridging the gap between women in education leadership and all education leaders.

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