Leading Engaged Learning is a podcast series for district leaders and education innovators focused on what it really takes to improve literacy outcomes by strengthening student engagement. Each episode explores the real-world decisions, constraints, and tradeoffs behind building systems that help students become more confident readers.
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Leading Engaged Learning is a podcast series for district leaders and education innovators focused on what it really takes to improve literacy outcomes by strengthening student engagement. Each episode explores the real-world decisions, constraints, and tradeoffs behind building systems that help students become more confident readers.
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June 25, 2026
Strengthening Literacy Through Science of Reading and Systemwide Support with Beatriz Maldonado
<p>On Leading Engaged Learning, host Miriam Williams sits down with Beatriz Maldonado, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning at Berwyn South School District 100, to explore how districts can successfully shift from balanced literacy to a science of reading approach.</p><p>With nearly two decades of experience in the district and a background as a bilingual and ELL educator, Beatriz shares how District 100 rebuilt its literacy system by first investing in adult learning. From training leaders and teachers in the science of reading to protecting Tier 1 instruction, redesigning schedules, and using instructional coaches to support implementation, this conversation highlights how systems-level planning can drive meaningful literacy improvement for multilingual learners and all students.</p><p>Key Moments</p><p>05:14 Moving Beyond Balanced Literacy</p><p>07:00 Building Adult Knowledge First</p><p>09:23 Starting with Foundational Systems</p><p>11:12 Misconceptions About Science of Reading</p><p>13:00 Instructional Coaches Driving Implementation</p><p>16:17 Protecting Tier 1 Instruction</p><p>17:20 WIN Blocks for Student Support</p><p>20:00 Preparing Leaders for Instructional Change</p><p>23:00 Walkthroughs for Curriculum Fidelity</p><p>25:40 Supporting Math and Literacy Needs</p><p>27:59 Keeping Creativity in Structured Literacy</p><p>32:17 Purposeful Technology Use</p><p>35:00 Auditing Digital Tools</p><p>Why You’ll Love This Episode</p><p>This episode offers a practical look at what it takes to make a major literacy shift stick. Beatriz makes it clear that successful implementation starts long before a new curriculum is adopted—it begins with building the knowledge and capacity of the adults who will lead and teach it.</p><p>You’ll learn:</p><p>Why adult learning must come before curriculum implementation<br>How science of reading training helped leaders and teachers build shared understanding<br>Why Tier 1 instruction must be protected before expanding Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports<br>How WIN blocks help students receive targeted support without lowering expectations<br>The role instructional coaches play in building confidence and consistency<br>How leaders can use walkthroughs and data literacy to support implementation<br>Why structured literacy does not have to eliminate creativity or engagement<br>How purposeful technology can support multilingual learners and fluency practice</p><p>Beatriz also reinforces a powerful idea: what we do for one student, we must do for all. Equity, access, and high-quality instruction are not optional—they are the foundation of meaningful literacy improvement.</p><p>Connect with Our Guest</p><p>Beatriz Maldonado<br>Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning, Berwyn South School District 100<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatriz-maldonado-310 <br>Webiste: https://www.bsd100.org/ </p><p>Connect with Us</p><p>3P Learning Inc<br>Website: https://www.3plearning.com/<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3p-learning</p><p>About Leading Engaged Learning</p><p>Leading Engaged Learning is a podcast series for district leaders and education innovators focused on what it really takes to improve literacy outcomes by strengthening student engagement. Hosted by Miriam Williams and produced by 3P Learning Inc, each episode explores the real-world decisions, constraints, and tradeoffs behind building systems that help students become more confident readers.</p>
June 5, 2026
Building Literacy Systems Through Accountability and Action with Dr. David E. Lawrence
<p>On Leading Engaged Learning, host Miriam Williams sits down with Dr. David E. Lawrence, Superintendent of Dayton Public Schools, to discuss what it takes to improve literacy outcomes in a large urban school district.</p><p><br></p><p>Leading more than 13,000 students across Dayton Public Schools, Dr. Lawrence shares his practical approach to literacy improvement, instructional accountability, and organizational leadership. From monitoring curriculum implementation across 17 elementary schools to redesigning district priorities through an Academic Action Plan, this conversation explores how leaders can create focused systems that drive measurable results. Dr. Lawrence also discusses teacher retention, early literacy foundations, inclusion practices, leadership development, and the importance of building the right team to sustain long-term success.</p><p><strong>Key Moments</strong></p><p><br></p><p>03:43 Monitoring Literacy Implementation</p><p><br></p><p>05:23 Accountability Through Curriculum Fidelity</p><p><br></p><p>06:17 Using Data to Drive Decisions</p><p><br></p><p>07:39 Teacher Retention and Support</p><p><br></p><p>10:19 Preschool Promise Partnership</p><p><br></p><p>12:20 Literacy Through Professional Expertise</p><p><br></p><p>14:21 Supporting Diverse Learners Through Inclusion</p><p><br></p><p>17:44 Removing Barriers to Student Learning</p><p><br></p><p>20:44 Academic Action Plan Focus</p><p><br></p><p>22:16 Annual Strategic Review Process</p><p><br></p><p>24:03 Overcoming Deficit Thinking</p><p><br></p><p>25:39 Staffing Challenges in Urban Education</p><p><br></p><p>26:34 Three Non-Negotiables for Success</p><p><br></p><p>28:46 Advice for New Superintendents</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love This Episode</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This episode offers a candid look at district leadership, literacy improvement, and organizational accountability in a large urban school system. Dr. Lawrence shares practical lessons from decades in education and explains why successful literacy systems require more than great resources—they require consistent implementation, strong leadership, and unwavering focus.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>You'll learn:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Why curriculum fidelity matters for literacy growth</li><li>How data and classroom observations work together to drive improvement</li><li>Strategies for retaining and supporting high-quality teachers</li><li>How inclusion practices can improve outcomes for diverse learners</li><li>The value of focused, short-term action planning over lengthy strategic plans</li><li>Why leadership teams are critical to district success</li><li>How to balance accountability with support for educators</li><li>Key lessons for new and aspiring superintendents</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Dr. Lawrence also reinforces an important message: sustainable improvement happens when leaders focus on people, maintain clear priorities, and ensure every decision supports student success.</p><p><br><strong>Connect with Our Guest</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Dr. David E. Lawrence</p><p>Superintendent, Dayton Public Schools</p><p><br></p><p>Website: <a href="https://dps.k12.oh.us/">https://dps.k12.oh.us/</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-e-lawrence">https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-e-lawrence</a> </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Us</strong></p><p><br></p><p>3P Learning Inc</p><p><br></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.3plearning.com/">https://www.3plearning.com/</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/3p-learning">https://www.linkedin.com/company/3p-learning</a> </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Leading Engaged Learning</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Leading Engaged Learning is a podcast series for district leaders and education innovators focused on what it really takes to improve literacy outcomes by strengthening student engagement. Hosted by Miriam Williams and produced by 3P Learning Inc, each episode explores the real-world decisions, constraints, and tradeoffs behind building systems that help students become more confident readers.</p>
May 29, 2026
Building Literacy Systems Through People-First Leadership with Dr. Paul Enderle
<p>On Leading Engaged Learning, host Miriam Williams sits down with Dr. Paul Enderle, Superintendent of Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123, to explore how strong leadership, instructional coaching, and intentional system design can improve literacy outcomes for every student.</p><p>With more than two decades in educational leadership and deep roots in the Oak Lawn community, Dr. Enderle shares how District 123 is strengthening literacy instruction through collaborative structures, guaranteed intervention time, and a people-first approach to supporting educators. From building district-wide consistency across schools to expanding literacy-rich learning opportunities, this conversation highlights what it takes to create coherent systems that truly support students and teachers alike.</p><p><strong>Key Moments<br></strong><br>05:37 Leadership Rooted in Community</p><p>08:37 Investing in Instructional Coaching</p><p>10:12 Creating Guaranteed Student Experiences</p><p>11:20 Addressing Post-Pandemic Learning Loss</p><p>11:58 Expanding Literacy and Math Instruction Time</p><p>12:20 WIN Blocks: “What I Need” Intervention Support</p><p>12:52 Using Data to Target Learning Gaps</p><p>13:06 Teaching Students How to Read Early</p><p>14:15 Building Literacy-Rich School Structures</p><p>16:40 Supporting Teachers Through Coaching and Resources</p><p>18:10 Creating Collaborative Systems Across Schools</p><p>20:25 Strengthening Literacy Through Consistency</p><p>23:14 People Over Programs Philosophy</p><p><br><strong>Why You’ll Love This Episode<br></strong><br>This episode offers a practical and thoughtful look at how district leaders can strengthen literacy systems by investing in both students and educators. Dr. Enderle emphasizes that sustainable improvement happens when schools prioritize people, collaboration, and consistent instructional support.</p><p><strong>You’ll learn:<br></strong><br></p><ul><li>Why instructional coaching can transform teaching and learning</li><li>How district-wide collaboration creates consistent student experiences</li><li>The importance of dedicated literacy and intervention time</li><li>How WIN blocks help schools personalize support for students</li><li>Why strong literacy systems require both resources and educator development</li><li>How districts can respond to post-pandemic learning challenges strategically</li><li>The role of servant leadership in building strong school cultures</li><li>Why “people over programs” remains a critical leadership mindset</li></ul><p><br>Dr. Enderle also reinforces a powerful idea: when educators feel supported and connected, students are more likely to thrive academically and emotionally.</p><p><strong>Connect with Our Guest<br></strong><br><strong>Dr. Paul Enderle<br></strong>Superintendent, Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.d123.org/">https://www.d123.org/</a> <br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-enderle-011b0142">https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-enderle-011b0142</a> </p><p><br><strong>Connect with Us<br></strong><br><strong>3P Learning Inc<br></strong><br>Website: <a href="https://www.3plearning.com/">https://www.3plearning.com/</a><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/3p-learning">https://www.linkedin.com/company/3p-learning</a></p><p><br><strong>About Leading Engaged Learning<br></strong><br>Leading Engaged Learning is a podcast series for district leaders and education innovators focused on what it really takes to improve literacy outcomes by strengthening student engagement. Hosted by Miriam Williams and produced by 3P Learning Inc, each episode explores the real-world decisions, constraints, and tradeoffs behind building systems that help students become more confident readers.</p>
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