Leadership Lessons: A Conversation with Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho

More Than a Test

In this insightful episode of MTAT, host Laura Glaab sits down with the esteemed educator, Alberto M. Carvalho, the Superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District.

The conversation delves into the importance of research-based practices in education, the impact of effective teaching on student success, and the challenges and victories faced in leading a massive school district.

Carvalho shares personal anecdotes, wisdom from his father, and thought-provoking recommendations, offering a glimpse into his leadership philosophy and the powerful journey that has shaped his approach to education. Tune in for a compelling discussion on leadership, humility, and the unwavering dedication to shaping a brighter future for all students.

Timestamps

00:00 Access compelling research to inform educational practice.

06:07 Highly effective teachers matter more than resources.

09:57 Superintendent discusses leadership and sharing successful practices.

11:14 Public education has skills, needs courage to implement.

16:51 Empathetic leader empowers with proven practices.

18:57 Arrival in LA, humbled, and need for improvement.

23:56 Team of Rivals: Leadership dynamics and inclusivity.

Connect with Alberto M. Carvalho

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alberto-carvalho-33aa66193

Website: https://www.lausd.org/superintendent

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About More Than a Test

Our goal is to take a hard look at the shortcomings in literacy education and tech while still finding a sense of hope in what's possible in education through learning and technology.

Our guests include non-profit leaders, tech CEOs, state and district leadership, research leaders from top institutions, and a few teachers with stories that might bring you to tears.

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About Amira Learning

Amira is the world’s first intelligent reading assistant that provides personalized tutoring to students at school, after school, or home. Students working with Amira experience significant improvements in their reading fluency.

About your Host, Laura Glaab

Laura Glaab is a VP of Strategy at Amira Learning. She is a lifetime educator following behind educator parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents.

She's worked as a teacher and leader in public, private, and charter schools in places as far as India and as close to home as Boulder, Colorado. She holds degrees from Stanford, the University of Wyoming, and Kellogg School of Management.

Everyone should read Saint Joan by George Bernard Shaw and the entire Piggie and Elephant Collection by Mo Willems.

Connect with Laura

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-glaab/

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