The Rachael Maves Podcast featuring Misty Her

In this episode of The Rachael Maves Podcast, we sit down with Misty Her, the Interim Superintendent of Fresno Unified School District, the third-largest school district in California. Misty is not only a transformative leader but also a passionate advocate for equity and student success. She shares her personal journey, from being inspired by her mother’s determination for education despite cultural barriers, to rising through the ranks of Fresno Unified and earning accolades like the 2019 California Woman of the Year and the 2022 Marjorie Mason Top 10 Woman Award. Misty talks about the power of resilience, the importance of creating exceptions in systems for students, and why it’s crucial to listen to student voices to drive meaningful change. Episode Notes Hosted by Rachael Maves Produced and Edited by Joseph Gustilo  Executive Produced by Morgan Melton and Kimberly Tumambing Links Learn more about Parsec Education here.