Educational Leadership with Principal JL

Angela Kelly is THE life and leadership coach for school leaders. She teaches them how to create exceptional results and enjoy the school leadership experience to promote sustainability at the site and district levels. A former teacher, principal, and district administrator, Angela has over 25 years of experience in education and is the founder and CEO of Angela Kelly Coaching. She’s the creator and host of The Empowered PrincipalÔ Podcast and the innovative Empowered PrincipalÔ Life and Leadership Coaching Program. Angela has presented at NAESP, ASCD, AWPS and has been featured in Twinkl, Study.com, Thrive Global, and Authority Magazine. She's also the author of her first book, The Empowered Principal, and host of The Empowered Principal Podcast. She empowers school leaders through her simple process for creating alignment, clarity, and strategy.

Ashley Moore is an award-winning educator, leader, and principal mentor with 15+ years in teaching, special education, and administration. Recognized for her transformative leadership, she has earned accolades like the 2020 Heart of the Schools Award and the Maryland Association of Elementary Schools’ Connected School Leader Award.

A pioneer in AI for school leadership, Ashley helps educators streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and improve student outcomes. Beyond technology, she champions equity and inclusion, ensuring all students succeed. As a speaker, mentor, and consultant, she is dedicated to empowering school leaders in the digital age.

Tony Kimble is an education leader, media strategist, and content creator dedicated to transforming learning and leadership. With 20+ years in education, he has been a math teacher, instructional coach, technology consultant, and project manager, helping schools modernize teaching and improve outcomes.

A passionate coach, Tony spent 10 years in athletics, including two as a head football coach in the Mississippi Delta, mentoring student-athletes on and off the field.

As the founder of Transform One, he equips schools with innovative strategies for engagement and leadership. He also hosts the Transforming Lives Podcast, featuring 50 Educators from 50 States.

A devoted husband and father, Tony remains committed to reshaping education.

Dr. Cynthia Rapaido is a veteran educator and leader with over 30 years of K–12 experience as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal in California. She holds an Ed.D. in International and Multicultural Education and an M.A. in Educational Administration from the University of San Francisco, and a B.S. in Biology from San Diego State University. Dr. Rapaido mentors future educators as a faculty lecturer, dissertation advisor, and leadership coach at UC Berkeley, USF, and CSU East Bay. Her research interests include educational leadership, school climate, diversity sensitivity, and social justice. An award-winning leader, she was named one of FWN’s “100 Most Influential Filipina Women” and is the author of Step Up Your School Leadership Game.

Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, retired Superintendent of the Fall Creek School District in Wisconsin, is an educational leader and author. During his tenure, the Fall Creek School District was recognized as an Innovative District twice by the International Center for Leadership in Education. Joe authored multiple books, including best-sellers "Hacking Leadership" and "Lead From Where You Are." His New book, "1-Minute Walk to Work" is a must have. Joe was honored as one of 117 Future Ready Superintendents and among the 50 Personalized Learning Leaders by the US Department of Education, Joe was also named one of the 100 Most Influential Educators by District Administration Magazine. In 2019, Education Dive awarded him National Superintendent of the Year.

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Dr. Josh Wilken is a seasoned educational leader with experience in teaching, school administration, and district leadership. He began his career as a K–6 English Learner teacher and high school coach in Bellevue, Nebraska, after graduating from the University of Nebraska–Kearney and student teaching in Houston, Texas.

Josh later served as principal of Karen Western Elementary in Ralston Public Schools and transitioned to district administration, leading Career and Technical Education and English Learner/Title III programs. Most recently, he has worked as a Consultant in the Professional Learning Department at ESU #3, supporting 18 school districts in the Omaha area.

Josh is passionate about empowering educators and promoting equity. He will soon transition from education to a new role as a financial advisor with Asset Strategies in Omaha, continuing his mission to serve others through financial guidance.

Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket is a principal, author, public speaker, and the 2025 President of the Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals. With decades of experience in public education, she is known as a strong instructional leader, passionate advocate, and dedicated mentor. She leads a National Blue Ribbon School in Maryland and serves as an adjunct professor at McDaniel College, supporting the growth of aspiring and current leaders. Her work is grounded in building meaningful relationships and inspiring excellence in others. Dr. Edoho-Eket has served as a teacher, team leader, mentor, assistant principal, and principal. Her book, The Principal’s Journey: Navigating the Path to School Leadership, offers a practical guide for new leaders. She holds degrees from Temple University, McDaniel College, and Trevecca Nazarene University.

Kurtis Hewson is an award-winning former administrator and teacher, as well as teaching faculty at the post-secondary level.  He is the co-founder of Jigsaw Learning, a co-author of the text Collaborative Response: Three Foundational Components That Transform How We Respond to the Needs of Learners (Corwin, 2022), and currently works with districts and schools nationally and internationally establishing Collaborative Response frameworks and interacting with thousands of educators annually.