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Do the Thing with Dr. Natasha Rachell

Do the Thing with Dr. Natasha Rachell

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 Join host Cate Tolnai for a powerful conversation with Dr. Natasha Rachell, Director of Instructional Technology for Atlanta Public Schools, who shares her remarkable journey from retail management to educational technology leadership. Discover how one principal's belief in her potential launched a 22-year career, and learn Dr. Rachell's transformative "Executive Board" framework—seven essential people every educator needs in their corner to thrive, grow, and lead with purpose.🎯 What You'll Discover:When Someone Sees Your Potential Before You Do 🌟How a substitute teaching opportunity became a life-changing moment when a principal said, "You're going to make me proud. You're my star."Why nontraditional paths into education can bring fresh perspectives and unexpected strengthsThe ripple effect of one person taking a chance on you—and how that shapes your entire career trajectoryThe Executive Board Framework: Your Seven Essential People 🤝The Mentor - Someone who guides you based on their experience and wisdomThe Sponsor - An advocate who opens doors and vouches for you in rooms you're not in yetThe Challenger - The person who pushes you outside your comfort zone and asks the hard questionsThe Peer Coach - A colleague who walks alongside you, sharing struggles and strategies in real-timeThe Connector - Someone who expands your network and introduces you to opportunitiesThe Visionary - A forward-thinking leader who helps you see beyond current limitationsThe Accountability Partner - The person who keeps you honest about your goals and growthLeading AI Integration with Heart and Ethics 🤖How Atlanta Public Schools is implementing AI from leadership to students with responsibility and equity at the centerWhy "the teacher will always be the magic"—technology amplifies the human, never replaces itCreating a district-wide culture where innovation meets intentionality and every student has accessBuilding Belonging Through Intentional Relationships 💫The power of warmth, authenticity, and showing up fully as yourself in educational leadershipHow mentorship creates lasting impact—and why being mentored prepares you to mentor othersWhy surrounding yourself with people who advocate for you isn't selfish; it's strategic and necessarySay Yes Before You're Ready 🚀How saying "yes" to opportunities—even when you feel unprepared—creates exponential growthThe courage required to step into roles that stretch you beyond your current skill setWhy the support of your Executive Board makes taking risks possibleCreating Undeniable Impact in 2025 ✨Dr. Rachell's guiding motto for the year: making impact that cannot be ignored or overlookedEmpowering educators to embrace creativity, collaboration, and technology to reimagine classroomsHow digital equity and future-ready learning create opportunities for every student to thriveKey Takeaways:✨ Your career path doesn't need to look like everyone else's—sometimes the most powerful journeys start with an unexpected yes ✨ One person's belief in your potential can change the trajectory of your entire life—and you can be that person for someone else ✨ The Executive Board framework gives you a practical blueprint for building the relationships that fuel growth and resilience ✨ Leading with AI means keeping the human in the loop—technology should amplify connection, creativity, and critical thinking ✨ Intentional relationships and mentorship create belonging that transcends titles, districts, and career stages ✨ Say yes before you feel ready—courage comes from community, and your Executive Board will help you rise to the challenge ✨ Making undeniable impact means showing up authentically, advocating for equity, and empowering others to thrive🎯 Perfect For:Educators considering career transitions or nontraditional paths into leadershipLeaders building mentorship cultures and intentional professional development systemsAnyone navigating AI integration in schools and seeking ethical, human-centered approachesTeachers and administrators who want to build their personal Executive Board for support and growthEd leaders working toward digital equity and ensuring all students have access to innovationAnyone who needs permission to say "yes" before they feel fully readyResources & Mentions:🏆 ISTE Distinguished District Award (2023) - Atlanta Public Schools 📱 Tablet2Read Initiative - 8,500 iPads deployed to young learners in Atlanta 🎮 District-wide eSports Pipeline Program - Competitive gaming expanded to all elementary and middle schools 📰 EdTech Magazine "30 IT Influencers to Watch" (2024) 🤝 Partnerships with Verizon, Apple, Microsoft, and Google for Education ✍️ Dr. Rachell's contributions as ISTE Community Leader and national speakerConnect With Dr. Natasha Rachell:Twitter/X: @NatashaRachell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasharachell/ Website: https://natasharachell.com/ Blog: https://...
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