About this episode

The episode discusses strategies for attracting, hiring, retaining, and rewarding top educational talent in public education.

This panel discussion explores how public education is evolving through AASA’s Public Education Promise initiative, focusing on attracting, hiring, retaining, and rewarding top educational talent. Leaders from diverse districts share strategies, success stories, and resources to support school leaders nationwide. Follow on X: @AASAHQ | @larawadem | @Jonharper70bd | @BAMRadioNetwork Related Resources: The Public Education Promise Dr. Kristine Gilmore is a respected national leader in public education and serves as the Chief Leadership and Learning Officer at AASA, The School Superintendents Association. In this role, she guides the organization’s work to strengthen leadership development, expand professional learning, and support superintendents across the country. Her efforts include shaping national programming for AASA’s Center of Leadership and Learning, building partnerships that enhance member services, and mentoring leaders who are preparing for or advancing within district-level roles. She collaborates with executive directors, thought partners, and education organizations to elevate effective practices, create learning experiences that reflect the needs of today’s…

Topics covered

• public education
• talent acquisition
• leadership development
• educational strategies
• school administration

Keywords

• public education
• talent retention
• school leadership
• AASA
• educational talent

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: AASA, Umatilla School District, BAM Radio Network

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