John Mertz, the superintendent of community schools in Michigan, joins this episode of Three Questions! During his conversation with George Couros, the two discuss topics on education, community engagement, and personal inspiration. Mertz even reflects on his experiences in education, highlighting the influence of his middle school art teacher, who instilled a sense of caring and discipline in his students. Be sure to check out this episode to hear how Mertz answers these questions:

What do you hope people get from your summits?

What impact do these summits have on schools? 

What do you hope that summit participants get from the speakers? 



Quotes:

 “This is advice I was given... chill out…” - John Mertz


 

Links: 

John Mertz X - https://twitter.com/JohnWMertz 


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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.ca


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin








Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X






Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

3 Questions with John Mertz - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast

John Mertz, the superintendent of community schools in Michigan, joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! During his conversation with George Couros, Mertz emphasizes the importance of community connections, noting that the school district he serves acts as a central hub for local activities and employment. Mertz and Couros also discuss the need for innovation within education. Mertz also shares his excitement about upcoming events that will bring new opportunities to his community. Be sure to check out this episode to hear all of Mertz’s great ideas and thoughts! 


Quotes:

 “We have three goals in our strategic plan: instructional improvement and innovation, 

social-emotional learning, and college and career readiness…” - John Mertz


 

Links: 

John Mertz X - https://twitter.com/JohnWMertz

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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.ca


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin








Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X






Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

John Mertz: If You Build It... - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5EP41

George Couros introduces these monthly highlights and shares a template that encourages a shift towards collaborative and self-driven professional growth, allowing educators to lead the way in their own development and impact on students. Considering who the experts are and giving ownership to others makes them more likely to convince the entire staff to be more successful. Be sure to check out this highlight episode for even more great thoughts from educators! 



Link to Template: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KeC3GlCHfF5XsUPh3Ej4ao0KZb-06H8gsu9TSFop494/edit?usp=sharing  


Sarah Painter

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ekm2WN8rTM

Sarah Painter, the 2022 Florida Teacher of the Year, joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast and shares some truly powerful thoughts about the importance of following through on your commitments to yourself just like you would follow through on your commitments to others. Painter is an inspiring guest and she took the time, even before her run, to sit down with George Couros and share some of her inspiration. Check the links below to see where to follow Painter on social media! 



Dr. Justin Terry

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VEFNu1sNkI 

Dr. Justin Terry joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset and shares how he as the superintendent of Forney ISD in Texas works to innovate inside the box! Learn all about how Forney ISD has helped create Opportunity Central where career connections are made through community engagement. 




John Mertz

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpVgZowagL4 

John Mertz, the superintendent of community schools in Michigan, joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! During his conversation with George Couros, Mertz emphasizes the importance of community connections, noting that the school district he serves acts as a central hub for local activities and employment. Mertz and Couros also discuss the need for innovation within education. Mertz also shares his excitement about upcoming events that will bring new opportunities to his community. Be sure to check out this episode to hear all of Mertz’s great ideas and thoughts! 




George Couros: Epic Book Review, Adam Grant, Hidden Potential 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kikHC7uHSnk 

Welcome back to a new episode of EPIC Book Review! In this episode, George Couros shares his reflection of the book, Hidden Potential, by Adam Grant. Couros dives into a series of quotes after sharing a summary of the book that he pulled from ChatGPT. Be sure to watch or listen to this episode to hear some Couros’ insights and thoughts after reading this book by Adam Grant!

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Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.


More at georgecouros.ca


George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros


George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros


George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/


George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519


For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros


The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d


What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin







Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Because of a Teacher 2 - 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X


Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

On Staff Led Professional Learning - Highlights from the #InnovatorsMindset October 2024

I am a learner, author, speaker, and sometimes I make podcasts talking about any and all of these things.  One day, I will rap in my podcasts officially making me a SoundCloud rapper.

New tracks tagged #john mertz