Building a Culture of Excellence: A Conversation with Award-Winning Educator Kelley Stein
At BASIC Solutions, we believe that strong leadership and a positive school culture are the foundations of academic excellence. In the latest episode of The Conference Room podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Kelley Stein, an award-winning educator and principal of Lukeville Elementary, to discuss her approach to fostering a culture that promotes success for both students and staff.
Kelley’s journey in education is marked by a passion for leadership and a deep commitment to creating environments where everyone can thrive. Under her leadership, Lukeville Elementary has seen remarkable achievements, including substantial growth in LEAP 2025 scores. The school has earned recognition as a Capturing Kid’s Hearts National Showcase School and received the Comeback Campus Award for increasing student performance in key areas such as Math and ELA mastery. Her ability to turn challenges into opportunities has set a high bar for school leadership across the state.
In this podcast episode, Kelley shares her strategies for managing leadership transitions and engaging the community in the success of the school. She emphasizes the importance of building a strong, inclusive culture that supports both educators and students, and how this has been a cornerstone of her success as a principal.
Key takeaways from the conversation:
- Leadership Transitions: Kelley discusses the importance of a smooth transition when there’s a change in school leadership and how to maintain consistency in the school’s vision.
- Community Engagement: She highlights the critical role of involving parents, teachers, and community members in the educational process, ensuring that everyone feels like part of the school's success.
- Creating a Culture of Excellence: From professional development for staff to fostering positive relationships with students, Kelley believes that school culture is the key to long-term success.
Listen to the full episode on Spreaker or Apple Podcasts to get inspired by Kelley’s insights and learn how to build a culture of excellence at your own school.
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