Listen to OSBA's podcast to stay informed about association news and the issues impacting public education.
OSBA Leading the Way
Claim This Podcastby Scott Gerfen
4.7(6 reviews)
103 episodes
Updated Weekly
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Podcast Authority
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Quality27
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YouTube76
Engagement68
Podcast Overview
Listen to OSBA's podcast to stay informed about association news and the issues impacting public education.
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Publishing Since
1/31/2020
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Engagement68
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Recent Episodes
March 19, 2026
When Students Lead, Innovation Follows: AI and Literacy at Ridgewood Local Schools
<p>What if students weren’t just learners — but problem-solvers?</p><p>At Ridgewood Local Schools, a group of senior honors students identified a growing literacy challenge and decided to do something about it. The result: an AI-powered platform that allows students to generate their own stories, read at their level, and build stronger engagement with reading.</p><p>In this episode of Leading the Way, host Scott Gerfen talks with the students behind the project and their teacher, Lester McCurdy, about how the idea came to life and why it’s gaining national attention.</p><p>You’ll hear:</p><ul><li><p>How the project started from a real classroom need.</p></li><li><p>What makes student-created storytelling so effective.</p></li><li><p>How the platform supports both students and teachers.</p></li><li><p>Why equity and multilingual access were built in from the start.</p></li><li><p>What students gained from leading the work.</p></li><li><p>Lessons for districts looking to empower student innovation.</p></li></ul><p>The team’s work has already taken them to Washington, D.C., where they met with leaders from government and major tech companies. </p><p>This conversation offers a fresh perspective on AI in schools — not as a shortcut, but as a tool for deeper learning, creativity and ownership.</p>
December 18, 2025
Collaborative Leadership in Schools: Aligning District Teams for Student Success
<p>Strong schools are built on aligned leadership.</p><p>In this episode of Leading the Way, host <strong>Scott Gerfen</strong> is joined by <strong>Dr. Elizabeth Lolli</strong> and <strong>Mike Trego</strong> from the <strong>Ohio Leadership Advisory Council (OLAC)</strong> to discuss collaborative leadership and why alignment among <strong>school boards, superintendents, principals and teachers</strong> is critical to district success.</p><p>The conversation explores how leadership teams move from isolated decision-making to shared direction, common goals, and sustainable improvement. Guests share real district examples, warning signs when collaboration breaks down, and practical tools districts can use to strengthen leadership coherence and improve student outcomes.</p><p>🎙 This episode is sponsored by <strong>Lincoln Learning Solutions</strong>, which provides accredited K–12 digital curriculum and supports schools with flexible instructional content and expert professional learning for educators in all learning environments.</p><p>Subscribe to Leading the Way for more conversations with education leaders shaping public education across Ohio.</p>
December 11, 2025
Starting Strong as a New Board Member
<p>In this episode of OSBA’s Leading the Way podcast, host Scott Gerfen sits down with OSBA board consultants Kristi Robbins and Teri Morgan — both former school board members — to break down what new members need to know as they step into public service. They discuss:• What to expect during the first 90 days on the board• How to prepare for your first board meeting• Governance vs. day-to-day management• Building strong relationships with fellow board members and the superintendent• Handling community expectations• Staying student-focused in every decisionWhether you're newly elected or simply seeking clarity on your role, this episode offers firsthand lessons, practical tips, and encouragement to start your term with confidence!Thank you to our sponsor: Lincoln Learning Solutions. Learn more: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblNwdS1PMzhfV29LSzdlMkc2NlNRZnVJUFdOZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttX0ZXZ0YxMFNsZFhHNjRaUlBWdDk4Vk5nMktaNE5ZQXdQMFpBeHZaQjZEVlhpN29ERlE5bXREOGJSc2R6X2k2NVp5SU54ZldkWmkwcjh3UVYwOEZ4V0ZNdDJKckVtcW81YktTTndJZkNpQWZYYXE4TQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lincolnlearningsolutions.org%2F&v=_5Y0DgjF_28" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.lincolnlearningsolutions.org</a>.</p>
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