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Today Counts: Educators Speak Out About America's Future

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LEADERSHIP

Episode 167: Educating with Purpose: A Leadership Perspective on School Reform

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In this episode of The Today Counts Show, Jim Piper Jr. is joined by two dynamic leaders in education—Dr. Kristin Meyer and Dr. Brian Baddick—for a powerful conversation on the future of our schools. Together, they explore the challenges facing today's education system and offer practical, purpose-driven solutions rooted in leadership, innovation, and care for every student. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, policymaker, or community leader, this episode will inspire you to think differently about how we educate the next generation. Because when it comes to shaping the future—education counts, leadership counts, and today counts.

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If we continue to live hectic, reactive lives, we will get worse. Over just a few months, neglecting the important things will result in less skill, maturity, learning, and health.

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Are you stuck in the chaos of urgent tasks, losing sight of what truly matters? Discover how intentional reflection and prioritization can radically improve your leadership, health, and growth. Read the full post and start leading from a place of clarity and strength.

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