Leadership Visibility, Student Engagement & Systems Innovation | Dr. David Lawrence
In Season 11 Episode 17, Hayley Spira-Bauer speaks with Dr. David Lawrence, Superintendent of Dayton Public Schools, about leading with visibility, urgency, and innovation to drive real system change. Drawing from his journey from teacher to superintendent, Dr. Lawrence highlights how hands-on leadership, real-time decision-making, and a shift from static strategic plans to dynamic “academic action plans” have improved outcomes such as reading proficiency and attendance. He emphasizes making school engaging through career pathways, experiential learning, and student-centered opportunities…
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