Episode 16: Educational Leadership with Dr. Roark Horn

Welcome to today’s episode of Bridging the Gap, where we explore the people and ideas shaping the future of educational leadership. Our guest today is Dr. Roark Horn, former Executive Director of the School Administrators of Iowa and now Assistant Professor of Practice in the University of Northern Iowa’s superintendency program. Dr. Horn brings decades of experience leading and supporting school administrators across Iowa, and he’s now helping prepare the next generation of superintendents. In this conversation, we dive into how educational research can meaningfully inform leadership practice — and how school leaders can bridge the gap between theory and the realities they face every day. From lessons learned in the field to the evolving challenges of leading schools in today’s environment, Dr. Horn offers thoughtful, practical insights on turning research into real-world impact. 🎧 Stay tuned as we connect evidence, experience, and the everyday work of educational leadership with Dr. Roark Horn.   Seven Strong Claims about Successful School Leadership (2008) by Kenneth Leithwood, Alma Harris and David Hopkins