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ASPIRE Leadership Development podcast

As a leader, how do we maintain high character with our staff and students? This week's guest, Hans Appel, discusses how to enhance empathy, the importance of fostering leadership, creating positive intent, and developing programs to enhance student voice, social emotional learning, and leadership.

Kindsight 101 Podcast

How do you build a culture at school that truly reflects values rooted in belonging, kindness, and celebrating the innovative capabilities and individualism of each student? In this episode, we talk about going beyond the limits of the 21-century model of education to create school cultures that value the individual and celebrate kindness. You’ll learn specific strategies that can positively shift your school culture and actionable tips for encouraging excellence.

Social LEADIA Podcast

Listen as Brayden and Audrey explain AWC podcast and the impact it has had on them personally and our school community.

Character speaks with Barbara Gruener

My Bad Podcast

Have you ever experienced a REALLY BIG failure?  
True leadership is having humility and vulnerability when reflecting on the past.  
Listen as Hans shares about a time that he made a big mistake and how it fostered his growth.

educational podcasting today!

How do you create an Award Winning Culture Podcast with your students?
“I believe education at its highest level should be about helping students find their JOY.”

episode #54:  Creating an award winning culture
​With Hans Appel

Pbis rewards feature

Check out how PBIS Rewards helps to create an Award Winning Culture.
Character Strong Blogs

By focusing on brief character-driven, social emotional lessons while forming real connections with others, my students’ futures are BRIGHTER THAN EVER!

award winning programs

“How often do we handcuff incredible educators with mediocre programs.”