Leigh Northrup’s unofficial title is “Middle School Dean of Fun,” but if you want to get technical, Leigh is Cannon’s Dean of Technology and Innovation. He’s been with the school for over twenty years and is passionate about creating opportunities for kids to learn problem-solving and the value of mistakes.
In this episode, you’ll understand why the word ‘fun’ is a part of Leigh’s title, albeit unofficially. Whether he’s coaching the robotics team or tinkering in the ThinkTank, Leigh works every day to challenge the perception that school has to be boring. As you listen, you’ll hear how Leigh leverages our non-traditional learning environments to make lessons come alive and have a greater impact on students.
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