Standing Tall: Voices in Leadership Envisioning Tomorrow: Empowering School Leaders to Shape the Future of Learning
Jan 13, 2025
David Richards, Executive Director of the Future of Learning Council, has a rich background in education, transitioning from classroom teacher to superintendent. He passionately discusses the shift to student-centered learning and the challenges schools face in moving away from traditional structures. Listeners will discover how collaboration with Michigan Virtual has fostered innovation, alongside inspiring success stories from schools embracing competency-based models. The importance of vulnerability and adaptive practices in leadership is also highlighted, making this a must-hear for educational reform advocates.
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David Richards' Educational Journey
- David Richards shared his journey from a high school teacher and district computer coordinator to superintendent and now Executive Director of the FLC.
- His roles gave him a broad perspective on education and the vision to innovate learning models.
Urgency Drives Educational Change
- Schools face urgent challenges like student apathy and competition with global digital influences.
- This urgency drives districts to seek new, student-centered models actively.
Formation of Future of Learning Council
- The Future of Learning Council started as informal monthly meetings among colleagues sharing competency-based learning experiences.
- It later expanded post-pandemic to address broader digital ecosystems and instructional frameworks.