The Edu Salon

Deborah Netolicky talks with Kevin Richardson about the joys of principalship, school change, and engaging students as change makers in schools built for the future. Kevin has been a Principal at Immanuel College since 2002. Prior to this he helped established the internationally acclaimed Technology School of the Future and held senior executive positions in the WA, NSW, and SA Education Departments. Kevin is a highly versatile educator with leadership and management expertise across a broad range of domains including governance, education, technology, and consultancy; in private, public and not for profit sectors. Kevin has been a leader nation-wide with respect to changes in teaching and learning, particularly in the area of technology, learning environments and student advocacy. He is highly regarded for his work on futures-oriented thinking and its implications for leaders and schools. Recognition of his outstanding leadership has seen him receive the Australian Centenary Medal in 2001 for significant contribution to Education, a Presidential citation for National Leadership in Education from ACEL and the Mary McKillop medal (Eminent Educator of the Year) from the Australian College of Education. He has been awarded the John Laing Award for Exceptional Educational Leadership from the Australian Principals‘ Association. Join the conversation on social media. - Kevin: on LinkedIn https://au.linkedin.com/in/kevin-richardson-13626023 - Deb: @debsnet on Twitter and @theeeduflaneuse on Instagram. - The Edu Salon: @theedusalon on Twitter and Instagram.

Deborah Netolicky talks with Dr Helen Kelly about educator wellbeing and burnout. Helen is a school wellbeing expert, author, consultant, speaker and researcher. She led international schools in Asia and Europe, until she retired from her work as a principal in 2020. She has been conducting research in the field of educator wellbeing for almost a decade. Prior to becoming an educator, she spent ten years as a lawyer in the field of workplace health and safety. Helen draws upon her knowledge of evidenced-based practices, her understanding of the needs of school communities and her legal background to deliver approaches that are strategic, effective and have long-term impact on individual wellbeing and school culture. Helen's first book ‘School Leaders Matter; Preventing Burnout, Managing Stress and Improving Wellbeing’ was published in 2023. Want to know more? - www.drhelenkelly.com Join the conversation on social media. - Helen: @drhkelly on Twitter and Facebook. - Deb: @debsnet on Twitter and @theeeduflaneuse on Instagram. - The Edu Salon: @theedusalon on Twitter and Instagram.

Deborah Netolicky talks with Chris Munro about coaching, mentoring and cultures of intentional professional conversation. Chris is an educator first and foremost, with extensive experience in supporting and leading the development of teachers and school leaders drawn from more than 30 years in schools in Australia and Scotland, in Initial Teacher Education, and as a coach and facilitator. Chris followed his passion by joining Growth Coaching International (GCI) in 2017 and he now has the privilege of leading this world-class organisation as it works to fulfil its purpose: to enhance the quality of conversations in education communities so that learners, educators and leaders can thrive. Chris continues to coach education leaders and is involved in the design and delivery of coaching and mentoring training courses and consultancy projects across Australia and internationally. He has a particular interest in the impact of coaching on school learning culture, regularly writes and speaks about coaching and mentoring in education, and presents at major conferences in the UK, Australia and the USA. Want to know more? - https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Chris-Munro-4 Join the conversation on social media. - Chris: @CmunroOz on Twitter - Deb: @debsnet on Twitter and @theeeduflaneuse on Instagram - The Edu Salon: @theedusalon on Twitter and Instagram

Deborah Netolicky talks with Summer Howarth about learning design, teaching, student voice, and really partnering with young people in the work of education. Summer spends her days championing teachers and positioning students as partners in learning. She is a key figure behind some of Australia’s most forward-thinking learning and innovation strategies for education systems including positioning students as decision makers in their learning with the Northern Territory Learning Commission, the NSW DOVES the NT Youth Voice Peak Group. She has delivered projects and professional development alongside teams including ACER, ACEL, CSE, The Global Education Taskforce on the UNSDGs, IDEO’s Teacher Guild, and Melbourne University, as well as extensive student voice consultation for governments including NT, SA and NSW. Want to know more? - Eventful Learning: https://eventfullearning.co/ - NTLC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l37Hx2yLOhg&t=45s - DOVES: https://education.nsw.gov.au/student-wellbeing/student-voices/minister-s-student-council/about-the-ministers-student-council - Student Voice in Your School (a recording for VIC State Principals) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zviVAswHmTY&t=385s - SA Student Forum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rcod2uzhIKs - Be You Educator Support: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkNpRhsDVvE&list=PLsJGIj4uveIasik_VnGwbMO6HDIOWkgD6&index=2 Join the conversation on social media. - Summer: @EduSum on Twitter and @sumhow on Instagram. - Deb: @debsnet on Twitter and @theeduflaneuse on Instagram. - The Edu Salon: @theedusalon on Twitter and Instagram.

Deborah Netolicky talks with Professor Michael Fullan about what does and should drive education, what educators might consider in their work, and the ways in which practitioners can influence systems. Michael is the Global Leadership Director of New Pedagogies for Deep Learning, and a worldwide authority on education reform. He is former Dean of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, of the University of Toronto, and received the Order of Canada in 2012. He is author of more than 40 books and holds honorary doctorates from several universities in North America and abroad. His books include ‘Spirit Work and the Science of Collaboration’, ‘Nuance: Why Some Leaders Succeed and Others Fail’, and ‘Deep Learning: Engage the World, Change the World’. Want to know more? - Michael’s website: https://michaelfullan.ca/ - Deep Learning: http://www.deep-learning.global Join the conversation on social media. - Michael: @MichaelFullan1 on Twitter. - Deb: @debsnet on Twitter and @theeeduflaneuse on Instagram. - The Edu Salon: @theedusalon on Twitter and Instagram.

Deborah Netolicky talks with Dr Rania Sawalhi about pracademia, education in Qatar, Islamic-based leadership, women in educational leadership, psychological support for students, and humanity in education. Rania has more than 20 years of experience in K-12 and higher education, and has worked as teacher, vice principal, principal of an international school, strategic manager, researcher, and lecturer. Rania has won several awards such as ICSEI/JPCC 2020 Innovation Award for designing a female empowerment program which included career readiness and social innovation, and she was a Study UK alumni awards finalist for social impact. In 2019, Rania completed her PhD Educational Leadership from University of Warwick and has published a research in books and peer-reviewed journals. Rania is a co-founder and Director of Edu-enterprise a non-profit organization registered in USA. She has launched the Educational Leadership Lab and launched Rushd educational leadership coaching e-platform. She is a co-founder of WomenEdMENA, LIFE, and ICSEI_ELN co-coordinator. Want to know more? - Rania’s Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=XIwgZikAAAAJ&hl=en Join the conversation on social media. - Rania: @RaniaSawalhi on Twitter and @raniasawalhi on Instagram. - Deb: @debsnet on Twitter and @theeeduflaneuse on Instagram. - The Edu Salon: @theedusalon on Twitter and Instagram.

Deborah Netolicky talks with Professor Alma Harris about leadership, networks, the teaching profession, and education policy. Alma is a Professor Emeritus at Swansea University, specialising in Education Policy and School Improvement. She has held Professorial posts at the University of Warwick, University College London, the University of Malaya, and the University of Bath. In 2009-2012, she was appointed to the Welsh Government as a senior policy adviser to assist with the process of system-wide reform. Since 2009, she has worked for the World Bank contributing to development and research programs aimed at supporting schools in challenging contexts in Russia. She is a Visiting Professor at the Moscow Higher School of Economics and the University of Southampton, and Past President of the International Congress for School Effectiveness and School Improvement. She is currently an international adviser to the First Minister of Scotland. Want to know more? - Alma’s Google Scholar profile: https://scholar.google.com.au/citations?user=aJMrEK0AAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao - School Leadership & Management journal: https://www.tandfonline.com/journals/cslm20 Join the conversation on social media. - Alma: @AlmaHarris1 on Twitter. - Deb: @debsnet on Twitter and @theeeduflaneuse on Instagram. - The Edu Salon: @theedusalon on Twitter and Instagram.

Deborah Netolicky talks with Professor Andy Hargreaves about identity, wellbeing, student engagement, education research, and influence in education. Andy is Director of Chenine (Change, Engagement and Innovation in Education) at the University of Ottawa, Emeritus Professor at Boston College, and Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. He is a member of the National Academy of Education, former President of the International Congress of School Effectiveness and Improvement, former Adviser in Education to the Premier of Ontario, and current adviser to the First Minister of Scotland. He has published more than 30 books and has 8 Outstanding Writing Awards. He has been honoured in Canada, the US, and UK for services to public education and educational research and is ranked by US Education Week as the #15 scholar with most influence on US education policy debate. Andy holds Honorary Doctorates from the Education University of Hong Kong and the University of Uppsala in Sweden. His most recent books are Well-being in Schools: Three Forces that Will Uplift Your Students in a Volatile World with Dennis Shirley, Five Paths of Student Engagement with Dennis Shirley, and Moving: A Memoir of Education and Social Mobility. Want to know more? - Andy’s website: https://www.andyhargreaves.com/ Join the conversation on social media. - Andy: @HargreavesBC on Twitter. - Deb: @debsnet on Twitter and @theeeduflaneuse on Instagram. - The Edu Salon: @theedusalon on Twitter and Instagram.

Deborah Netolicky talks with Beth Blackwood AM about leading schools, principalship, and the complexity of education. Beth is the CEO of AHISA (the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia) and serves on the Boards of AITSL (the Australian Institute for Teaching, Learning and School Leadership) and the Australian Council on Children and the Media. She has been a teacher, deputy principal, and principal of various schools throughout Australia, as well as President and Executive Board member of the Alliance of All Girls’ Schools Australasia. In 2022 Beth was recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list “for significant service to secondary education, and to youth.” Want to know more? - Beth on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/bethblackwoodceo Join the conversation on social media. - Beth: @bethblackwood9 on Twitter. - Deb: @debsnet on Twitter and @theeeduflaneuse on Instagram. - The Edu Salon: @theedusalon on Twitter and Instagram.

Deborah Netolicky talks with Jen Buchanan about education that is global, future-focused and human-centred. Jen is a teacher, leader and educator with a vision to make schools better, and a strong advocate for student agency. She has worked in progressive schools around the world including Green School (Bali), Think Global School (USA), and more recently Preshil School in Melbourne. Currently a convenor with Future Schools, Jen previously completed her Master of Education at the University of Melbourne, with her field of research looking at increased opportunities for students to engage in states of flow. Want to know more? - Jen’s website: https://www.jenbuchanan.com/ - Future Schools Australia: https://futureschools.education/ Join the conversation on social media. - Jen: @FSJenbuchanan on Twitter. - Deb: @debsnet on Twitter and @theeeduflaneuse on Instagram. - The Edu Salon: @theedusalon on Twitter and Instagram.