EPISODE · Feb 6, 2025 · 18 MIN
Building Relationships to Build Resilience in Rural Schools
from Teaching from the Headlines: Educators Turning Breaking News into Teachable Moments · host Ed Madison and Journalistic Learning Initiative
In this episode of the Education Leadership Edge podcast, Wheatland R2 Superintendent Randy Dougherty shares his journey from high school principal to district leader in rural Missouri. He opens up about the power of relationships in education, the challenges of leading a small school district, and his mission to improve school safety with the creation of a life-saving panic-button app. Listen in for insights on leadership, student success, and how simplicity can be the key to safety and connection.
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In this episode of the Education Leadership Edge podcast, Wheatland R2 Superintendent Randy Dougherty shares his journey from high school principal to district leader in rural Missouri. He opens up about the power of relationships in education, the challenges of leading a small school district, and his mission to improve school safety with the creation of a life-saving panic-button app. Listen in for insights on leadership, student success, and how simplicity can be the key to safety and connection.
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