Leaders Build Leaders

Leaders Build Leaders is dedicated to exploring the experiences, insights, and strategies of exceptional leaders from the educational field. Our aim is to provide our listeners with practical advice, lessons learned, and actionable insights that they can apply to their own personal and professional development. We believe in the power of sharing inspiring stories and valuable knowledge to empower aspiring leaders and to make a positive impact in the community.

Leaders Build Leaders is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 22 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Leaders Build Leaders, a education show with 22 episodes published.

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  Season 4 Episode 1: Beyond the Title with George Mendoza

  Aug 28, 20261h 13m

  We’re kicking off a new season with George Mendoza, Superintendent of La Grande School District and the 2026 Oregon Superintendent of the Year. But this conversation goes beyond the title. Superintendent Mendoza takes us back to his early years and shares the journey from classroom teacher to superintendent—including the mentors, challenges and experiences that shaped how he leads today. We talk about rural education, student success, building strong communities and what it really takes to lead through people.

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  Season 3 Episode 9: Building Futures Through STEAM with Jarvez Hall

  May 29, 20261h 1mS0

  <p>In this episode of Leaders Build Leaders, Dr. Coakley sits down with Jarvez Hall, Director of the East Metro STEAM Partnership at the Multnomah Education Service District. Jarvez leads regional efforts that connect schools, industry partners, and communities to build meaningful, real-world learning experiences. His work focuses on ensuring students don’t just have exposure to STEAM—but have true access, belonging, and pathways into future careers.</p><p></p><p>This conversation explores what it really takes to expand opportunity for students through STEAM—science, technology, engineering, arts, and math—and how systems-level leadership can open doors for students...

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  Season 3 Episode 8: Exploring the Systems Behind Student Well‑Being with Jamie Smith

  Apr 28, 2026—S0

  <p>May is a month when we recognize the vital role of school nurses—professionals who form the backbone of student health and safety. With National School Nurse Day observed on the first Wednesday of May, this episode of Leaders Build Leaders couldn’t be more timely.</p><p></p><p>I sat down with Jamie Smith, Senior Program Administrator for School Health Services at Multnomah Education Service District (MESD). Jamie leads coordinated school health efforts across multiple districts, work that mirrors the very purpose of School Nurse Day: honoring those who ensure students are healthy, safe, and ready to lear...

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  Season 3 Episode 7: Building Inclusive School Communities with Natasha Jackson

  Apr 2, 202639 minS0

  <p>This month on Leaders Build Leaders with Dr. Coakley, we are excited to welcome Natasha Jackson, Senior Climate & Culture Administrator at MESD. This episode focuses on how MESD’s Climate & Culture work advances Blueprint’28 by helping schools create environments where every student feels safe, valued, and supported.</p><p></p><p>Through leadership coaching, professional learning, and equity-centered systems improvement, Natasha shares how districts can strengthen belonging, student well-being, and culturally responsive practices. This episode highlights the power of school culture as a foundation for learning, connection, and long-term equity.</p><p></p><p>To learn more about MESD's work...

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  Season 3 Episode 6: Technology in Service of Student Success with David Cramblett

  Feb 26, 202633 minS0

  <p>This month on Leaders Build Leaders with Dr. Coakley, we are excited to welcome David Cramblett, Senior Technology Services Administrator at MESD. With more than two decades in education technology, David shares how MESD’s Technology Services team supports schools across Multnomah County.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, we talk about:</p>Technology in service of student successAdvancing the Blueprint’28 goalsEquity-centered tech support and accessThe importance of data privacy and security in schools<p></p><p>To learn more about Cascade Technology Alliance, visit https://www.multnomahesd.org/departments/cta</p>

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