Episode 51: What a Top Leader has to Say about Positive Cultures (wtih Phil Willott)

In this episode of The Elemental Educator Podcast, host Tyler Comeau speaks with Phil Willott, the Director of Education at the Raleigh Education Trust, about the power of trauma-informed practices, inclusive leadership, and values-driven decision-making. Phil shares his journey from criminology to education and how his core values of kindness, courage, and relationships have shaped his approach to leadership. Discover how trauma-informed education transforms schools, why values-driven leadership matters, and how to implement courageous change while navigating challenges in education. 🚀 Want to grow as a leader? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share for weekly insights!

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Engagement Question: What values do you think are most important in school leadership? Share your thoughts in the comments!

Timecodes:

0:00 - Introduction

0:36 - Meet Phil Willott: Director of Education, Raleigh Education Trust

2:14 - From Criminology to Education: Phil’s Unconventional Journey

5:42 - The Power of Kindness, Courage, and Relationships in Leadership

9:15 - How Trauma-Informed Practices Shape Inclusive Schools

12:07 - The Importance of Transparency and Trust in School Leadership

16:16 - Recognizing and Responding to Student Trauma in the Classroom

19:47 - Leading Schools Through Change and Community Engagement

23:22 - How to Implement Trauma-Informed Teaching Strategies

28:19 - The Five C’s Framework: Creativity, Confidence, Character, Curiosity, and Challenge

30:05 - Overcoming Resistance to Change in Schools

35:21 - The Role of Leadership in Addressing Adversity

40:01 - How Collaboration Strengthens Schools and Leadership

45:24 - How to Take Bold Risks and Drive Meaningful Change

50:00 - Final Reflections and Key Leadership Takeaways

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