Today, we invited Kate Barker, Principal at the David Douglas School District in Portland, Oregon. Kate discussed the book, “Principaled: Navigating the Leadership Learning Curve,” which she had written alongside her colleagues, Kourtney Ferrua and Rachael George. She broke down a chapter of the book on how to lead with love, together with other topics related to restorative justice in education.  Let’s listen to Kate and learn how to lead with love!  [00:01 – 13:28] Opening Segment Let’s get to know Kate Barker We take turns asking five GTKY questions What are the 5 Apology Languages?  Join our online community! Links below [13:29 – 26:29] From Abstract Ideas Into A Practical Book Turn your ideas into a book Listen to Kate  Even if you’re not a principal, Kate’s book is applicable to you Kate explains Kate realized this inspiring idea from her book you shouldn’t miss!

[26:30 – 41:27] Leading With Love Kate tells us how to lead with love Understand love better  Here’s Kate’s insights about understanding your “Why” What we should realize about a child’s behavior 

[41:28 – 52:32] Similarities Between Kids and Adults  Listen to Kate’s approach in implementing disciplinary actions  Everyone can talk about their F.O.R.D. What do these letters mean?  The similarities between kids and adults according to Kate 

[52:33 – 01:06:20] Your Authentic Self Listen to our interesting exchange about building “rocket relationships” Do you want to be like Kate? Don’t Be your authentic self  What sets apart their approach in education? 

[01:06:21 – 01:14:18] Closing Segment A big part of societal issues relates to this Related to social connections  Connect with Kate. Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: “I think every educator can teach another educator something.” –  Kate Barker “Every child’s behavior has meaning behind it.” –  Kate Barker

Resources mentioned: Kate’s book: https://amzn.to/3szbKLX (Principaled: Navigating the Leadership Learning Curve) https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-beckman (Joe Beckman) https://brenebrown.com/ (Brené Brown)

Email Kate at principalkatebarker@gmail.com or connect with her on https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-barker-67277721/ (LinkedIn) and https://twitter.com/Kate_S_Barker (Twitter). 

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