EPISODE · Dec 9, 2025 · 44 MIN
EPISODE 24 / KEVIN KATAFIAS... IT'S ALL ABOUT RELATIONSHIPS
from "Life Lessons to Share" with Tom · host Tom Kontak
My guest today, Kevin Katafias, is someone I've known for over 30 years. He was my principal in the school district where I taught, a fellow high school basketball official and someone I'm fortunate to call a friend. Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge and life lesson experiences to us all.He recently retired after 35 years in education. Kevin was a classroom teacher for six years, then a school administrator for 29 years. His roles included assistant principal, athletic director and school principal. He has officiated high school football 49 years and is in his 48th year as a basketball referee.Kevin shares life lessons on leadership and the importance of building relationships with people from his years as a school administrator and high school referee.#neveralone # alwayshope Master Class segments at:(3:10) As a leader, building a relationship with your staff(5:40) Each leader has their own unique style of leadership that works and fits to their personality(10:50) Handling the challenges of today’s teachers, students and parents (15:00) Having time to communicate is so important (19:10) Advice for beginning teachers(23:00) Characteristics great teachers possess(26:25) Common mistakes teachers can make and turn into learning opportunities (38:10) What did we learn doing this episode together?Send us Fan MailTo Share Your Thoughts... email Tom at:[email protected] FOR LISTENING!
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My guest today, Kevin Katafias, is someone I've known for over 30 years. He was my principal in the school district where I taught, a fellow high school basketball official and someone I'm fortunate to call a friend. Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge and life lesson experiences to us all. He recently retired after 35 years in education. Kevin was a classroom teacher for six years, then a school administrator for 29 years. His roles included assistant principal, athletic director and school p...
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