Qualisha Zyhier is a passionae, powerhouse advocate for children whose leadership blends vision, heart, and unshakable belief in every student's brilliance. Give It Up Podcast host Margo Hinton sits down with the recently named Administrator of the year by the Shyne Awards Foundation to discuss her upbringing, leadership style, and unwavering support for children. They also discuss practical ways to inspire and bring out the best in every child. Zyhier's deep commitment to culturally rich, inclusive education and a gift for inspiring both staff and students will leave you wanting to hear even more. She represents the very best in educational leadership by lifting communities and unlocking the full-potential of every child she serves. Qualisha Zyhier is on the cutting edge of educational transformation.

2:50 - Give It Up Spotlight

5:23 - Relocating from NYC to PGH

6:35 - Central Connecticut State University Baller

8:10 - Her children 18-21-22

12:00 - Building a Winning Team

13:00 - Mind Your Business

16:15 - Speak Up

19:00 - Role Model/Virginia Experience

22:00 - Authenticity

25:00 - No Rooms Where I am Not Wanted

28:30 - Herb T (Connect before you Correct)

29:00 - Maslow Before Bloom

31:30 - Love in the Classroom

34:00 - Modeling Uplifting Marginalized Populations

35:40 - "Children will be the mirror of what you poured into them"

38:00 - Opportunities for students to Shyne and help others

40:30 - Equity during the Pandemic

44:50 - Being Innovative to Spark that Joy

45:45 - High Energy/Team Player

50:00 - Missed Beyonce

51:00 - Shyne Awards Adminstrator of the Year

55:00 - Good Trouble

57:45 - Be Bold and Unapologetic