About Heart to Heart with Superintendent Hernandez
We all have leaders that we know and respect, but what drives them and informs their decisions to better serve their communities? Join Superintendent Hernandez and special guests to hear stories of impactful leadership and the successes we see in Irving ISD. Dive in to get to know Irving leaders through their life journeys, leadership experiences, and insight into the Superintendent's heart.
Join student leaders Izzy Williams, Isabella Herrera and April Walker from Johnson Middle School as they sit down with Superintendent Hernandez on this episode of Heart to Heart. Alongside their program sponsor, Ashlee Smith, they represent their school’s GIRLS (Growing, Intelligent, Respectful Leaders toward Success) Leadership Program. This group empowers young women to be the next generation of leaders and seeks to enhance the social-emotional learning on their campus.
24 Apr 2024
Finding Your Reason
Join Program Director of Irving ISD Adult Education and Literacy, Delia Watley and Superintendent Magda A. Hernández as they discuss the global community within the great city of Irving and playing your part. Watley shares her passion for serving, the power of being ingrained in your community and finding your reason.
27 Mar 2024
Courageous Discomfort: Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
Join Superintendent Hernandez for a special edition podcast featuring Grammy Award-winning songwriter and Irving ISD alumna Liz Rose. During the 2024 Irving State of the District, they shared a candid conversation about her rise from humble beginnings to the world stage and writing for artists including Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and Little Big Town. Rose shares about her journey, the importance of the arts in education and the endless possibilities of stepping out of your comfort zone.
28 Feb 2024
An Eye for the Future
Dallas County Commissioner Dr. Elba Garcia joins Superintendent Hernandez to discuss the future of the community and the work being done for the next generation. Join us as they talk about the power of having a clear vision, and how they inspire a spirit of excitement and guide others to reimagine and embrace change for a better future.
31 Jan 2024
The Power of Partnerships
Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mary Anne Kellam joins Superintendent Hernandez to discuss empowering the community through engagement, exposure, and access to resources in order to break down barriers. Together they talk through the importance of having a shared mission and goals in partnerships.
15 Nov 2023
Community Reimagined
Join us for a special episode featuring Irving Mayor Rick Stopfer, as he and Superintendent Hernandez share a candid conversation about the importance of collaboration between a city and its school district. They discuss how a strong partnership fosters a supportive environment for education, which in turn has numerous positive effects on the city and its residents.
27 Sept 2023
The Sky is The Limit
Join us for the first episode of season 2 of Heart to Heart with Superintendent Hernandez featuring brothers, proud graduates and Irving natives Trent and Brent Nickerson. Trent is the principal of the first net zero in Texas, Lady Bird Johnson Middle School and Brent is the Head Football coach and Athletics Coordinator at Irving High School. Join us as they talk about their journey and what shaped them into becoming the leaders they are today.
31 May 2023
One Step at a Time
Irving High School Sophomore Estirlitz Gutierrez Lemos came to the United States from Cuba just a year and a half ago. Superintendent Hernandez sits with him as he shares his journey and how far he has come. They talk about inspiration, integrity, leading by example, and the importance of striving to be better each day.
26 Apr 2023
33,000 Grandkids
Join Board President Randy Randle and Superintendent Hernandez as they talk about how they stay grounded and keep their focus on what’s best for the kids of Irving ISD. The students and staff have truly become like an extension of their family. They discuss how each decision is an opportunity to improve and a testament to what can be accomplished through #ThePowerOfUs.
28 Mar 2023
Leading with a Servant's Heart
Listen in on the Heart to Heart with Superintendent Hernandez and Dr. NeTassha Rendón, Principal of Brandenburg Elementary School and parent of two Irving ISD students. They talk about what it takes to be truly committed to growing their staff and students, how they process feedback, solve problems and walk the walk.
22 Feb 2023
We Can Only Go So Far Alone
Tune in with Superintendent Hernandez and Nimitz High School senior, Thomas Vo, as they discuss what they've learned about leadership through the years. They dig into the importance of who we surround ourselves with and how to empower others through trust, service, and innovation.
25 Jan 2023
Where You Are and Where You Want to Be
The path to success is a winding road. Follow along with us on the journey to leadership with our guest, Attorney Haim Vasquez, and host Superintendent Hernandez. We discuss how they arrived at where they are now and the motivation, influence, and community that helped along the way. Leadership is about staying hungry, continuous improvement, and always moving forward.
15 Dec 2022
Leading From Any Seat
Irving ISD is home to some truly insightful student leaders. Join Singley Academy senior, Umayma Amir, and Superintendent Hernandez as they talk about the importance of building capacity, letting go, and knowing when to sit down and empower others to lead. Tune in as we dig deeper into fostering positive leadership traits within ourselves and those around us.
29 Nov 2022
The Heart Behind the Badge
An essential role in the community is an engaged and dedicated police department. Join Irving Police Chief Derick Miller and Superintendent Hernandez as we talk about modeling leadership through grit, determination, and heart. More than just a leadership style, we discuss the importance of enabling others to act, maintaining strong relationships, and building trust in the community we serve.
21 Oct 2022
Never Underestimate the Potential to Lead
Join us for our premier Heart to Heart episode with Superintendent Hernandez and the District Secondary Teacher of the year and now Irving ISD HR Investigations & Hearings Officer, Emilio Morlett. We discuss what leadership embodies and methods of promoting a positive team culture through service and personal ownership. We consider the importance of embracing the diversity of Irving ISD and leading from the heart.
17 Oct 2022
Heart to Heart Podcast Introduction
Coming soon, join Superintendent Hernandez of Irving Independent School District for a podcast about leadership and successes we see in district and the Irving community. Subscribe to get to know our leaders through stories of their life journeys, leadership experiences, and insight into the Superintendent's heart.
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