While students may only be 20%-25% of our population today, they are 100% of our future. That is why education is one of the most important investments a country can make and the sole purpose for the existence of the Better Learning Podcast.

The Better Learning Podcast brings on valued guests that talk about ways we can improve education for our kids. Because after all, they are 100% of our future!

 

 

August 23, 2023

Glenn Robbins, Superintendent of the Brigantine Public School District, delves deep into the true essence of success, challenging the conventional wisdom that prioritizes prestige and academia. Drawing inspiration from David Epstein's "Range," he advocates for the unparalleled value of diverse experiences and the power of a wide perspective. Beyond just personal achievement, Glenn underscores the transformative role of impassioned leadership, emphasizing the ripple effects of enthusiasm, compassion, and collaboration throughout a community. Discover how mentors, literature, and a genuine commitment to growth can redefine the success narrative and create a vibrant environment where everyone in a school district thrives.

Where to find Glenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-robbins-25067111b/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Glennr1809

Glenn Robbins is the proud Superintendent of the Brigantine Public School District in Brigantine, New Jersey. His passion is harnessing a district culture that thrives on positive psychology, design thinking, futurism, innovative digital spaces, technology integration, esports, cybersecurity, Social Emotional Learning Zen Dens, and Maker cultures. In addition, Glenn encourages all students to have a voice, not only in building a school culture, but also in designing student led entrepreneur opportunities.

He is the proud recipient of the National Superintendent Certification, and serves as an AASA National Governing Board Member, AASA Aspiring Superintendent Mentor, and Chair of NJASA Techspo. He has been awarded numerous administrative state and national recognitions including the NJ Visionary Superintendent Award, the Tech & Learning Northeast Innovative Superintendent Award, Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools Member, NASSP Digital Principal of the Year, and SETDA Award Winner.

Glenn has been recognized by numerous organizations for his innovative implementation methods, and has been a featured keynote speaker at numerous events focusing on leadership, culture, school/district turnaround in academic excellence through design thinking and futurism.

Learn more about creating better learning environments at www.Kay-Twelve.com.

Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Find out more about Kevin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinstoller/

For more episodes of the Better Learning Podcast, visit https://www.betterlearningpodcast.com/

 

Episode 142 of the Better Learning Podcast

 

Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Learn more about creating better learning environments at www.Kay-Twelve.com.

 

 

 

Who made this episode possible?

 

Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) - https://www.a4le.org/

Education Leaders' Organization - https://www.ed-leaders.org/

Second Class Foundation - https://www.secondclassfoundation.org/

 

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