In another live episode recorded at the Destination High Performance K-12 Leadership Conference, Dr. Janet Pilcher welcomes Superintendent Dr. Casey Nye of D.C. Everest Area School District. Listen as Dr. Nye shares his approach to building and sustaining a strong culture of caring and continuous improvement. He shares how his district:

1. intentionally gathers feedback from families through surveys,
2. uses that data to drive meaningful action,
3. and communicates with empathy and transparency, especially during difficult moments.

He also discusses the importance of creating a supported, resilient leadership team and the role of gratitude in combating loneliness and creating joy.

This episode addresses questions such as:

• How can a school district effectively use parent surveys to build stronger relationships with families?
• What does it mean to be a leader who is both empathetic and effective during challenging times?
• Why is it crucial to create a culture of support for district leaders?

Recommended Resources

• • Lead People with Purpose
  • Achieve Sustainable Impact with Rounding and Surveys
  • How Gratitude Builds Great Teams