
Standout Voices: Leadership Lessons
Building Schools, Building People: A Conversation on Culture with Dr. Jared Smith
What does it take to build and sustain a thriving school culture? In this episode, Dr. Jared Smith, superintendent of Waterloo Schools and author of Turning Points, shares hard-won lessons from his journey as a teacher, principal, and district leader. From navigating setbacks to leading with vulnerability, Dr. Smith offers practical insights on building trust, empowering teams, and why culture is the cornerstone of student and staff success.
Ready to learn from Dr. Smith? Join us in-person for our Leadership in Education Conference on Northwestern's campus on Tuesday, October 21. Learn more about the event and register here.
Dr. Jared Smith is author of Turning Points and Learning Curve. Visit his website to learn more!