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Schools of Excellence: The No. 1 ECE & Private School Leadership Podcast

Chanie Wilschanski
Leadership
Decision Making
School Leadership
Childcare
Self-Trust
School Culture
Early Childhood Education
Personal Growth
Burnout
Mindfulness
Autonomy
Culture Of Urgency
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Support
Community Support
Education
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Childcare Leadership

If you are an Early Childhood director or childcare owner, prepare to transform your school and life with the Schools of Excellence podcast. Tune in each week to learn from Chanie Wilschanski, the founder and host of the Schools of Excellence Podcast and a mom of 4 kids. Each episode will be packed with tools and strategies - equipping school leaders to improve staff retention, increase teacher mo... more

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Artwork for Schools of Excellence: The No. 1 ECE & Private School Leadership Podcast

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Scaling is glorified in our culture. In early childhood education, that often means opening more schools, adding more classrooms, and constantly chasing “what’s next.” But is that the only way to define success?

In this episode of the Schools of Exc... more

Leadership doesn’t pause for grief, betrayal, or personal storms. In this deeply vulnerable conversation, Chanie sits down with Beth Cannon to talk about what it means to lead when life unravels. From walking through the terminal illness of a loved o... more

Admin & Tech isn’t flashy like enrollment or emotional like staff culture—but it’s one of the biggest hidden profit drains in schools. In this finale of the Money Leaks series, Chanie breaks down how underutilized software, paper-based SOPs, missing ... more

Your Amazon bill isn’t proof of overspending, it’s proof of a missing rhythm.

In this fifth episode of the Six Money Leaks series, Chanie uncovers why supply management is one of the most overlooked operational leaks in schools. From the toner that’... more

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Latrice Galloway
Owner of Kidsville Learning Academy and childcare industry expert
Kidsville Learning Academy
Episode: 255. The Power of One: Scaling Deep, Not Wide with Latrice Galloway
Beth Cannon
A long-time leader in early childhood education and business coach for childcare owners
Episode: 254, Honesty Over Image: Leading Through Grief, Discomfort, and the Messy Middle with Beth Cannon
Kathy Ligon
A long-time friend of Schools of Excellence and expert in early childhood education
Hinge Advisors
Episode: 246. Leading with Purpose and Profit: A Strategic Conversation with Kathy Ligon
Niki Van Cleave
Owner of Butterfly Bunch with over 20 years in early childhood education.
Butterfly Bunch
Episode: 244. ECE Leadership Systems, Strength, & Sustainable Growth: A Behind-the-Scenes Conversation
Gene Hammett
Leadership coach and author
Core Elevation
Episode: 240. The 4 Phases of Tough Conversations: A Tactical Framework for School Owners and Directors
Evelyn Knight
Two-time TEDx speaker, Child Care Center owner, and advocate for early childhood education
Child Care Business Coach and host of the Child Care Business Coach Podcast
Episode: 234. Faith, Leadership & Emotional Maturity: Navigating Life’s Hardest Seasons with Evelyn Knight
Veronica Romney
Entrepreneur and author of Identity Marketing, focusing on innovative marketing strategies
Identity Marketing
Episode: 226. Be This, Not Just Buy This: Identity Marketing for Schools with Veronica Romney
Todd Herman
Business mentor, creator of The 90 Day Year, and author of The Alter Ego Effect
Episode: The Magic of Mentoring with Todd Herman
Melinda Elridge
Director at an on-site lab school in Corpus Christi, Texas.
On-site lab school
Episode: Building Strong Foundations for Leadership & Growth with Melinda Elridge

Host

Chanie Wilschanski
Host of the Schools of Excellence Podcast, Chanie Wilschanski shares her expertise in early childhood leadership and management, focusing on practical strategies to help school leaders thrive. With a strong background in education, she incorporates personal anecdotes and professional insights to enrich discussions.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 118 ratings
  • THE PLACE for school owners & directors

    If you are a part of childcare and want your school to be a place you’re pumped about, that brings you and the community you serve peace, stability, and exponential growth-then join this group for you. Follow the podcast, get a membership, do it all. Chanie challenges the status quo and bring content you don’t find elsewhere to go behind the day to day in order to up-level yourself and those around you. I’m own a single-site large center (250 kids) and it’s been a good program with incredible lo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dazechalee
    United States2 years ago
  • Multi site owner

    Chanie’s podcasts are amazing! They always seem to provide a conversation around something that is relevant currently . They are a wonderful means of up leveling your ability to lead and to confirm what is happening isn’t just happening to you! I love these podcasts and look forward to listening to them as any easy way to improve my leadership skills and provide meaningful content for my team!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gray kathy
    United States2 years ago
  • Invaluable

    Chanie provides such wonderful insight into the world of leadership. The messages are positive, practical, and there is consistency in the detail. I often share episodes with my leadership team, and we reflect together. I also love how she refers back to previous episodes when she hits a particular theme, allowing you to go deeper and delve a bit more. Thanks for your wonderful podcast Chanie!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trisha from Aus!
    Australia2 years ago
  • Insightful and impactful

    As the owner of a large school in high growth mode, Chanie’s podcasts are very insightful and provide clarity into the big issues leaders face. She delivers these insights in a way that challenges our status-quo for the better. She is succinct, impactful and no-nonsense - an approach that motivates me to take action. I highly recommend this podcast to all school leaders who won’t settle for less than excellence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Aspen Grove School
    United States2 years ago
  • Valuable Content - listen and relisten

    I’ve been following Chanie and Schools of Excellence for some time now and keep coming back for more. Her depth of questions to get to the true heart of leaders and school challenges are her signature. I keep her podcasts in my library to listen/re-listen. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lynn 1Place
    United States2 years ago

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The host is highly regarded for her ability to blend personal stories with professional advice, creating a relatable and engaging experience.
Listeners praise the practical insights and actionable strategies shared, finding them invaluable for addressing common challenges in early childhood leadership.
Many reviews highlight the podcast as a source of inspiration and motivation for leaders in the early childhood education sector.

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255. The Power of One: Scaling Deep, Not Wide with Latrice Galloway
Q: What shifted? When did you start to build foundation?
The pivotal moment was when her health started taking a toll due to the stress of running the childcare center, leading her to shift her mindset from operator to CEO.
255. The Power of One: Scaling Deep, Not Wide with Latrice Galloway
Q: Why do you see more than ever people drowning right now, Latrice?
Many childcare owners are not doing the groundwork to build a solid foundation, instead glorifying the idea of opening and managing a childcare business without treating it as a real business.
246. Leading with Purpose and Profit: A Strategic Conversation with Kathy Ligon
Q: Why did you write this book?
Kathy wrote the book to communicate her insights from her 39-year history in early education to emerging leaders and business owners.
240. The 4 Phases of Tough Conversations: A Tactical Framework for School Owners and Directors
Q: What would be a strategy that you're like, I really want you guys to know this one?
Gene emphasizes the importance of planning before tough conversations and using questions to guide discussions.
240. The 4 Phases of Tough Conversations: A Tactical Framework for School Owners and Directors
Q: What is one tough conversation that you're most proud of having in your own life?
Gene shares an experience with his wife about communication, emphasizing the importance of being present during conversations.

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Focused on Early Childhood Education and private school leadership, this podcast presents a wealth of tools and strategies aimed at transforming school environments and enhancing the lives of leaders. The host provides insights into improving staff retention, enhancing teacher motivation, and fostering parent partnerships, all while emphasizing the importance of quality of life for school leaders. This program also features conversations with industry experts, helping to address pressing challenges in childcare and early education leadership today. With actionable advice and relatable anecdotes, it serves as a practical resource for those dedicated to achieving excellence in educational settings.

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1. Latrice Galloway
2. Beth Cannon
3. Kathy Ligon
4. Niki Van Cleave
5. Gene Hammett
6. Evelyn Knight
7. Veronica Romney
8. Todd Herman

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