Last night’s Exec Track meeting reminded me how important it is that we prioritize creating space for reflection on not just what   we do as leaders (or future leaders), but how  we think, feel, and respond in moments that matter. Lynn Turner, CORE XP Business Solutions Our January focus was problem-solving and critical thinking in leadership , and we were lucky to be joined by Lynn Turner of CORE XP Business Solutions. Lynn brought both deep expertise and real-world perspective as a...

Who knew that gingerbread houses and brain science could make such a perfect leadership lesson? During our Dec. Exec Track meeting , we mixed frosting, candy, and a little neuroscience to explore how our thoughts and emotions shape the way we lead - and got hands on with leadership in the most delicious way! Teams completed the pop-up gingerbread house marketing challenge, designing and decorating their houses with purpose while pausing to reflect on and applying their insights about their...

We did it! The Exec Track program officially launched this fall and I couldn't be happier. This has been a long time in the making and is more than a leadership class and definitely more than a list of “durable skills.” It’s a space for young people in our Partnered and CA school districts to explore who they are as emerging leaders, build genuine confidence, and learn how to navigate the messy, beautiful human side of leadership. A Kick-Off Filled with Energy We met our 2025-2026 cohort in...