PMP508: Rigor, Routines, and Relationships with Dina Langston & Stacey James

PMP508: Rigor, Routines, and Relationships with Dina Langston & Stacey James

July 8, 2026 · 43 min

About this episode

The episode features a discussion on educational leadership with Dina Langston and Stacey James, focusing on rigor, routines, and relationships in schools.

A Quick Note to Listeners: Before this week’s interview, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke take some time to answer a listener question. This week’s question is: How can I discover my teacher’s unique “professional work languages?” Listen in to hear their response! You can use these questions to help discover those “work languages”: How do would you describe your leadership style in three words? What are your best working conditions? How does appreciation feel like for you? How do you communicate early warning signs? What is your genius zone? What is my learning zone? Meet Dina Langston & Stacey James: Stacey James and Dina Langston are experienced educational leaders from Armwood High School in Hillsborough County, Florida.   Stacey James currently serves as a Magnet Lead at Armwood High School and has held this role for several years, leading schoolwide efforts to align rigor, routines, and relationships to support instructional improvement and student success. With over 17 years in education, she has previously served as a classroom teacher, AVID coordinator, and instructional coach. James also has more than five years of experience as an AVID…

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Hosts: William D. Parker, Jen Schwanke

Guests: Dina Langston, Stacey James

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Organizations: Armwood High School

Places: Hillsborough County

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