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The CharacterStrong Podcast

CharacterStrong
Education
Characterstrong
Tier 1 and Tier 2 Support
Discipline Referrals
School Climate
Mentorship
Behavior Management
Emotional Regulation
Relationships
Gratitude
Multi-Tiered Systems Of Support
Trauma-Informed Practices
Data-Based Decisions
Positive Relationships
Tier 3 Supports
Whole Child Success
School Culture
Character Education
Social Emotional Learning
Relational Strategies

The CharacterStrong Podcast: Weekly conversations for anyone in education. CharacterStrong provides an evidence-based, multi-tiered solution to support whole child success. Curricula and trainings that improve behavior, increase safety, and support mental health. For more information visit our website: characterstrong.com

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Today our guest is Brenda Ortiz McGrath, district administrator, school committee member, author, and founder of the family engagement platform CoreKind360. We discuss why student support and character development must move from being an occasional i... more

Topic: Career and Technical Education • Career Pathways • Workforce Readiness

Today our guest is Brooke Martin, Executive Director of Career and Technical Education at Aldine ISD in Texas. We talk about why career and technical education (CTE) is b... more

Today our guest is Sean Beaverson, Director of Technology at Orono Public Schools. We talk about how schools can use AI in education to reduce teacher workload and reclaim instructional time. Sean shares a practical approach to lowering cognitive loa... more

Today our guest is Jenice Pizzuto, Implementation Training Specialist at CharacterStrong. We dive into why change is both personal and emotional, and how implementation science gives leaders a roadmap for turning intention into lasting impact.

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Brooke Martin
Executive Director of Career and Technical Education in Aldine ISD
Aldine Independent School District
Episode: Why Career and Technical Education Matters for Today's Students - Brooke Martin
Sean Beaverson
Director of Technology at Orono Public Schools
Orono Public Schools
Episode: Repurposing Time: A Practical AI Strategy for Educators - Sean Beaverson
Jenice Pizzuto
Implementation Training Specialist at Character Strong
Character Strong
Episode: From Intention to Impact: The Science of Implementation
Meghan Lawson
Assistant Superintendent at Sycamore Community Schools
Sycamore Community Schools
Episode: The 30-Second Feedback Strategy That Strengthens School Culture - Meghan Lawson
Kendrick Claxton
Vice Principal of Central Middle School in Kansas City Public Schools
Kansas City Public Schools
Episode: Creating Belonging Through Systems That Work - Kendrick Claxton
Joe Sweeney
Principal at Old Quarry Middle School and 2025 Illinois Principals Association, South Cooke Region Middle School Principal of the Year
Old Quarry Middle School
Episode: A Principal's Approach to Making Middle School Lessons Stick Schoolwide - Dr. Joe Sweeney
Pierre Orbee
Principal at DeWitt Clinton High School in New York City, recently named the 2025 New York State Principal of the Year.
DeWitt Clinton High School
Episode: How Student Voice and Developmental Assets Drive Schoolwide Growth - Pierre Orbe
Andrew Marotta
Director of Communications and Academic Services in Port Jervis Schools, New York; author, presenter, and author of the book 'Tales from the Hardwood'
Port Jervis Schools
Episode: Why Names, Presence, and Energy Matter in Leadership - Andrew Marotta
Kait Ahlbrandt
School Psychologist and EmpowerU Director of Customer Success
EmpowerU
Episode: Creating Calmer Classrooms by Supporting Educators - Kait Ahlbrandt

Host

John Norlin
Host of discussions focused on character education, relational strategies, and effective practices for educators.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 443 ratings
  • Empowering Women

    I absolutely loved the Empowering Women in Leadership episode. I have been trying to take on additional leadership roles within my district and this was incredibly helpful in offering me some suggestions as to how to balance between work and home while also maintaining a strong and confident voice.

    Definitely worth the listen. Relatable and honest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oliverio12
    United Statesa year ago
  • AMAZING!

    Incredible listen! Love getting to hear and learn from so many wonderful educators and leaders!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlwaysLearningAB
    United Statesa year ago
  • CharacterStrong Podcast

    I enjoy listening to the CharacterStrong podcast because it highlights the importance of equity and access in schools. When this is in place, it can lead to transformational change!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GodlyReviewer123
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Best in SEL

    I keep referring people to the 12/6 episode. So epic Pottstown high school with such great ideas. Thank you for keeping the focus where it should be!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rachel Kutney
    United Statesa year ago
  • incredible content

    focused - practical and so relevant for all desiring to positively impact students !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christmas Fun 2
    United States3 years ago

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The podcast is praised for its focus on building relationships and character within schools, resonating well with educators looking for impactful solutions.
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Why Career and Technical Education Matters for Today's Students - Brooke Martin
Q: How do you build effective industry partnerships to support students?
We co-create experiences with partners, start from a mutual 'what's in it for them' perspective, and keep industry at the table throughout, ensuring programs stay relevant and pipelines into jobs stay strong.
Why Career and Technical Education Matters for Today's Students - Brooke Martin
Q: What makes CTE particularly important for today's students?
CTE provides tangible, industry-recognized credentials and hands-on experiences that connect schoolwork to real careers, helping students see purposeful paths beyond traditional college routes.
From Intention to Impact: The Science of Implementation
Q: How can I use implementation science to make it easier?
Include people doing the work, acknowledge barriers, adopt a change theory, and create an action plan.
Repurposing Time: A Practical AI Strategy for Educators - Sean Beaverson
Q: What are some of the ways that you have been helping educators or finding yourself ways to get back time?
He emphasized offloading administrative tasks to AI as a way to save time and focus on teaching and relationships with students.
Repurposing Time: A Practical AI Strategy for Educators - Sean Beaverson
Q: Can you share a relational strategy in your time working in education that you found to be effective?
Beaverson talked about walking the hallways and picking up lost pencils to initiate conversations with students, enhancing connections before they needed anything from each other.

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Topics discussed within the episodes span various aspects of education, with a strong emphasis on the importance of relationships, character development, and emotional wellness in schools. The conversations frequently focus on practical strategies that educators can implement to foster positive school culture and enhance student engagement. Listeners can expect insights from educational leaders on action-oriented approaches such as implementation science, feedback strategies, and support systems that prioritize community building and the well-being of both students and educators. This focus on actionable solutions—coupled with guest expertise from diverse educational backgrounds—makes it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve edu... more

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2. Sean Beaverson
3. Jenice Pizzuto
4. Meghan Lawson
5. Kendrick Claxton
6. Joe Sweeney
7. Pierre Orbee
8. Andrew Marotta

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