You Are Not Obligated to Set Yourself on Fire to Keep Others Warm with Dr. Patricia Brent-Sanco скачать в хорошем качестве

You Are Not Obligated to Set Yourself on Fire to Keep Others Warm with Dr. Patricia Brent-Sanco

In this powerful episode of On the School Bus with Dr. Spates, Dr. Spates sits down with Dr. Patricia Brent-Sanco, a respected equity leader and advocate for inclusive educational systems. Dr. Brent-Sanco shares her lived experiences advancing equity through community partnerships, data-driven decision-making, and intentional leadership practices. She discusses the founding and impact of the Unity Women's Professional Networking Organization, highlighting the importance of mentorship, collective support, and professional spaces specifically designed for African-American women educators. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Brent-Sanco emphasizes discernment in leadership, anchoring oneself in purpose, and finding joy as an act of resistance and sustainability in challenging times. This episode is a must-listen for school leaders, educators, and anyone committed to fostering belonging, advancing equity, and supporting the whole educator. ✨ What You’ll Learn (Episode Takeaways) ∙Community support is essential for sustainable equity initiatives. ∙Unity Women’s Professional Networking Organization creates space for growth, connection, and leadership among African-American women educators. ∙Data-driven decisions help leaders navigate skepticism and resistance around equity work. ∙Embedding equity into policy requires intentional alignment with fiscal and organizational priorities. ∙Innovative programs, such as Leadership Academies, can transform student outcomes and narratives. ∙Effective leadership centers belonging, care, and high expectations for all students. ∙Women of color in leadership benefit from anchoring themselves in purpose and building diverse support circles. ∙Discernment is critical when navigating political climates and organizational dynamics. ∙Joy is a leadership strategy that sustains hope and resilience. ∙Self-care is not optional—it is essential for educator well-being and effectiveness. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Introduction to Dr. Patricia Brent-Sanco 02:47 – Unity Women’s Professional Networking Organization 05:34 – Building Community Support for Equity Initiatives 10:39 – Navigating Skepticism in Equity Work 14:07 – Embedding Equity in Policy and Practice 18:58 – Innovative Programs for Student Support 24:19 – The Role of Leadership in Education 28:27 – Advice for Women of Color in Leadership 35:22 – The Importance of Discernment in Leadership 39:35 – Finding Joy and Hope in Education 49:42 – Consulting Services and Self-Care Practices 🎧 Sound Bites “Data doesn’t lie.” “Finding joy brings hope.” “We want to transform environments.” 🔑 Keywords education, equity, leadership, community support, women in leadership, mentorship, student success, professional development, diversity, inclusion 🚌 About the Podcast So here we are. On the School Bus with Dr. Spates — a vehicle (a metaphorical school bus) for learning, growing, laughing, stretching our thinking, and being inspired together. This podcast is exclusively for two groups of people: the passionate school leaders who show up every day determined to improve student outcomes and transform TK–12 education, and the once-passionate leaders who just need a spark to find their way back. As the culture says: #WeAreNotForEverybody — and that’s perfectly fine with me. 📬 Connect with Dr. Krishna Darlene Spates Website: ontheschoolbuswithdrspates.com Website: KrishnaSpates.com Email: hello@OnTheSchoolBusWithDrSpates.com Instagram • YouTube • TikTok • Facebook: @OnTheSchoolBusWithDrSpates LinkedIn: Krishna Spates, Ed.D. 📬 Connect with Dr. Patricia Brent-Sanco The Lighthouse Educational Consulting Group - https://www.thelighthouseconsulting.com/ Email: pbsanco@yahoo.com Unity: https://www.unityumoja.org E-Book: Then and Now Understanding and Addressing White Supremacy by Dr. Patricia Brent Sanco & Dr. Veronica Bloomfield Purchase E-book: https://books.apple.com/us/book/then-... LinkedIn: Patricia Brent-Sanco, EdD. 📸 Production Studio Recorded at 661 Creators Space Website: 661CreatorsSpace.com Instagram: @661CreatorsSpace Email: 661creatorsspace@gmail.com 🎼 Music Theme Song: “Call of Duty” — Mutanix Instagram: @mutanixs Email: mutanixmedia@gmail.com Used with permission. 💛 Support the Work If this episode inspired you, please like, comment, subscribe, and share with another school leader. Watch the playlist on YouTube while you're multi-tasking: Listen here. Our students, families, and communities are counting on us.