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Building a Culture of Collaboration

Jigsaw Learning

88 episodes

3 days ago

Are you an educational leader or administrator searching for actionable strategies to build effective teams? In the Building a Culture of Collaboration podcast, Jigsaw Learning co-founders Kurtis and Lorna Hewson provide simple, purposeful tips to help you tackle meeting frustration, disengagement, and unproductive teamwork. This is your essential resource for advancing school improvement and collective efficacy. You will find practical ideas for mastering effective meetings, where you learn the structures, roles, and agendas required to ensure your team meetings (PLCs, staff, student support) are focused and drive action. You'll discover how to shift your organization's mindset from isolated practice to powerful, shared responsibility for ALL students—this is key to teamwork and collaboration. Finally, you'll gain the leadership strategies needed to intentionally build a robust and sustainable culture that maximizes collective capacity and student success. We also talk with thought leaders outside of education, to grow our understanding of effective collaboration and teamwork. Subscribe today to master the art of intentional collaboration and take your leadership to the next level!

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Are you an educational leader or administrator searching for actionable strategies to build effective teams? In the Building a Culture of Collaboration podcast, Jigsaw Learning co-founders Kurtis and Lorna Hewson provide simple, purposeful tips to help you tackle meeting frustration, disengagement, and unproductive teamwork. This is your essential resource for advancing school improvement and collective efficacy. You will find practical ideas for mastering effective meetings, where you learn the structures, roles, and agendas required to ensure your team meetings (PLCs, staff, student support) are focused and drive action. You'll discover how to shift your organization's mindset from isolated practice to powerful, shared responsibility for ALL students—this is key to teamwork and collaboration. Finally, you'll gain the leadership strategies needed to intentionally build a robust and sustainable culture that maximizes collective capacity and student success. We also talk with thought leaders outside of education, to grow our understanding of effective collaboration and teamwork. Subscribe today to master the art of intentional collaboration and take your leadership to the next level!

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Episodes (20/88)

Building a Culture of Collaboration

The Authentic Edge: Leading Without Losing Yourself with Dominic George - Ep 54

Access a workshop guide to ensure you are truly engaging as a team - https://bit.ly/JLgroupteam

In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by Dominic George, a leadership strategist, executive coach, and author of The Authentic Edge: Leading Without Losing Yourself. Dominic shares how authenticity and collaboration go hand in hand in shaping stronger, more sustainable leadership cultures.

Get the book The Authentic Edge: Leading Without Losing Yourself at https://a.co/d/92ceaXJ

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Connect with Dominic George
Email: dominicgeorge.admn@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominiccgeorge/

Connect with Kurtis Hewson
Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca
X: @hewsonk27
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson

Connect with Lorna Hewson
Email: lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca
X: @LornaHewson
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca
Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/

3 days ago

49 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

FRIDAY FOCUS - Don't Rush the Genius

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca
Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/

1 week ago

2 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

Overcoming Teacher Resistance: Strategies for School Leaders with Becca Silver - Ep 53

Access a workshop guide to help your team unpack their norms and help them have a greater impact on your collaborative efforts - https://bit.ly/jlnorms

🔥 Struggling with teacher resistance in your school? Discover how Becca Silver, creator of the Catalyst Mindsets™ and founder of The Whole Educator, helps leaders and coaches move beyond compliance to build real teacher agency, engagement, and collaboration.

In this episode, we explore:
✅ How to understand the unmet needs behind teacher resistance
✅ The 5 Catalyst Mindsets™: Value, Ownership, Belonging, Success, and Growth
✅ Strategies for coaching the whole educator, not just the role they play
✅ Building a human-centered, collaborative school culture

Whether you’re a principal, instructional coach, or teacher leader, this conversation offers practical insights to transform resistance into commitment and collaboration.

🎧 Listen now and start creating a culture where teachers—and students—thrive!

Learn more about Becca Silver at www.thewholeeducator.com

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Connect with Becca Silver

Email: becca@thewholeeducator.com

X: @BeccaSilver_Edu

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/becca-silver/

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TheWholeEducator

Podcast: https://coachingthewholeeducator.buzzsprout.com/

Connect with Kurtis Hewson

Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca

X: @hewsonk27

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27

LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson

Connect with Lorna Hewson

Email: lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca

X: @LornaHewson

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104

#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

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If you’re looking to build a robust culture of collaboration, this is a powerful list for any leader. Access this FREE list bit.ly/102reads

Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s

Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article

https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE

https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off!

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE three month trial

https://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!

https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca

Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca

X https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_Learning

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc

Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration.

Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

1 week ago

45 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

FRIDAY FOCUS - Beyond the Win: Celebrating the Actions That Created Success!

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca
Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/

2 weeks ago

2 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

Whose Permission Are You Waiting For with William D Parker - Ep 52

Looking to learn more and get started with a powerful meeting structure that will transform your school’s MTSS efforts? Access the Collaborative Team Meeting Starter Kit at https://bit.ly/ctmstarter

In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by William D. Parker, the founder of Principal Matters, an educator, author, speaker, and executive coach who equips leaders with strategies for motivating students, inspiring teachers, and strengthening communities. His newest book, Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? An Educator’s Guide to Doing What You Love, is an inspiring reminder that leaders don’t need to wait for approval to make an impact. In this episode, we dive into William’s journey and explore his insights on building collaborative cultures in schools.

Learn more about William D. Parker at https://williamdparker.com/

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Connect with William D. Parker
Email: williamdp@gmail.com
X: @williamdp
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-d-parker-0418575/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/williamdavisparker

Connect with Kurtis Hewson
Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca
X: @hewsonk27
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson

Connect with Lorna Hewson
Email: lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca
X: @LornaHewson
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104

______________________
#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca
Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/

2 weeks ago

47 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

FRIDAY FOCUS - How "What If" Conversations Create Solutions

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca
Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/

3 weeks ago

2 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

Sustaining Collaborative Cultures Rooted in Joy with Dr. Deonna Smith - Ep 51

#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership

Access a workshop guide to help your team STOP focusing on things outside of our locus of control - https://bit.ly/JLlocus

In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis joined by Dr. Deonna Smith, a former teacher, school leader, and now a nationally recognized educational justice advocate. She’s also the author of Rooted in Joy: Creating a Classroom Community of Equity, Belonging, and Care—a powerful and practical guide to building classroom culture from a place of humanity and hope. Deonna shares strategies for school leaders when establishing collaborative cultures where joy is abundant.

Access a JOY FREEBIE from Deonna at https://deonnasmithconsulting.myflodesk.com/ic4b93zziu

Learn more about Dr. Deonna Smith at www.deonnasmithconsulting.com

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Connect with Dr. Deonna Smith

Email: hello@deonnasmithconsulting.com

Instagram: Deonnasmith

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deonnasmith1

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thatsjustgoodteaching

Connect with Kurtis Hewson

Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca

X: @hewsonk27

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27

LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson

Connect with Lorna Hewson

Email: lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca

X: @LornaHewson

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104

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Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s

Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article

https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE

https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off!

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE three month trial

https://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!

https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca

Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca

X https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_Learning

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc

Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration.

Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

3 weeks ago

43 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

FRIDAY FOCUS - Is Your Team Stuck? It's Time to Simplify the Path Forward

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca
Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/

4 weeks ago

2 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

Creating Connection through Body Language and Behavioral Insights with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau - Ep 50

Looking to design a space for adult collaboration? Access this FREE guide, which includes a checklist to reference when creating your space - https://bit.ly/spacechecklist

In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by Dr. Bethany Bilodeau, an expert in human behavior with a unique ability to interpret body language, gestures, movement, and facial expressions through the facial action coding system. Her expertise in neurology, trauma, and sensory systems has made her a sought-after voice nationwide, helping individuals and organizations move past repeated challenges to achieve lasting success. This conversation explores how understanding human behavior can deepen collaboration and strengthen our teams.

Learn more about Dr. Bethany Bilodeau at www.thebehaviorbootcamp.com, www.core-methods.com
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Connect with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau
Email: bethany@core-methods
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-bethany-bilodeau-5a329b67/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087208251208
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dr.BTheSensoryExpert

Connect with Kurtis Hewson
Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca
X: @hewsonk27
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson

Connect with Lorna Hewson
Email: lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca
X: @LornaHewson
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104
______________________
#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca
Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/

Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration.

Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

1 month ago

46 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

FRIDAY FOCUS - Clear the Path to Better Collaboration

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca
Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/

1 month ago

2 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

Providing Structure, Clarity and Purpose for Your In-School Suspension Program with Johnathan Cranford - Ep 49

STOP TIERING YOUR STUDENTS!! Transform your organization by tiering your supports, not your students. Learn how in a FREE webinar at https://bit.ly/stoptieringstudents

In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by Johnathan Cranford, a veteran educator who has dedicated over a decade to working with students with the highest needs. The author of the book The Art of In-School Suspension: A Discipline Program that Benefits Staff and Students, he’s now helping schools reimagine in-school suspension as a tool for meaningful behavior change and academic success.

Learn more about Johnathan Cranford at https://theartofiss.com/

Order Johnathan’s book at https://a.co/d/7MjJEwS

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Connect with Johnathan Cranford

Email: johnathancranford@theartofiss.com

Connect with Kurtis Hewson

Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca

X: @hewsonk27

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27

LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson

Connect with Lorna Hewson

Email: lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca

X: @LornaHewson

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104

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Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s

Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article

https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE

https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off!

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE three month trial

https://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!

https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca

Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca

X https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_Learning

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jigsawlearningab/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc

Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration.

Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

1 month ago

39 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

FRIDAY FOCUS - Why Your Team Needs to Know the "Why"

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca
Email questions@jigsawlearning.ca
X: https://www.twitter.com/Jigsaw_Learning
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JigsawLearningAB/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc

1 month ago

1 minute

Building a Culture of Collaboration

Building Collective Resiliency and Remembering to Recharge with Dr. Julie Schmidt Hasson - Ep 48

Access a FREE webinar to transform how you plan and facilitate effective team meetings - https://bit.ly/transformteams

Looking to design a space for adult collaboration? Access this FREE guide, which includes a checklist to reference when creating your space - https://bit.ly/spacechecklist

In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by Dr. Julie Schmidt Hasson, professor, researcher, and certified resilience trainer. With over two decades of experience as a teacher and principal, Julie now focuses her work on helping schools build teacher resilience and engagement—two essentials for retention and collaborative cultures. She’s the author of four books, including Pause, Ponder, and Persist in the Classroom, and her TEDx Talk, The Teachers We Remember, has inspired educators worldwide. She's also the co-host of the Lessons that Last podcast, founder of the Teacher Recharge project, and a passionate advocate for helping teachers stay longer, grow stronger, and continue making a lasting impact.

Learn more about Dr. Julie Schmidt Hasson at teacherrecharge.com

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Connect with Dr. Julie Schmidt Hasson

Email: julie@chalkandchances.com

Website: https://www.teacherrecharge.com/

X: https://x.com/JulieSHasson (@JulieSHasson)

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjuliehasson/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julieshasson/

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Connect with Kurtis Hewson

Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca

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Connect with Lorna Hewson

Email: lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca

X: @LornaHewson

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

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Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration.

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1 month ago

48 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

FRIDAY FOCUS - Creating Clarity by Embracing the Messiness

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

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1 month ago

1 minute

Building a Culture of Collaboration

Harnessing the Power of People with AI to Enhance Collaboration with Teacher Time Machine - Ep 47

#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership

Access a workshop guide to ensure you are truly engaging as a team - https://bit.ly/JLgroupteam

Access a workshop guide to help your teams craft effective goals to guide their collaborative work - https://bit.ly/jlgoals

In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Kurtis and Lorna meet with two of the founders of Teacher Time Machine, an AI powered tool for teachers. Sharon and Richelle share how AI can enhance and build upon staff collaborative efforts and why teams are critical when maximizing AI to steal back time for teachers!

Learn more about Sharon Skretting, Dan Vanden Dungen, Richelle Marynowski and Teacher Time Machine at https://teachertimemachine.com/

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Connect with Teacher Time Machine

Email: sharon.skretting@teachertimemachine.com

Email: richelle.marynowski@teachertimemachine.com

Email: dan.vanden@teachertimemachine.com

X: https://twitter.com/TeacherTMachine

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher_timemachine/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-skretting-4659129a/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551726065458

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNnLfnJqkD3lWT6x3wZmNxA

Connect with Kurtis Hewson

Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca

X: @hewsonk27

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27

LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson

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Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s

Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article

https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE

https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off!

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE three month trial

https://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!

https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca

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Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration.

Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

1 month ago

47 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

FRIDAY FOCUS - Stop Striving for Comfort

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

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1 month ago

1 minute

Building a Culture of Collaboration

What Does the Kitchen Sink Tell Us About an Organization’s Collaborative Culture with New Myrnam School - Ep 46

#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership

In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Kurtis is joined by the leadership team from New Myrnam School — a small rural school with big ideas and a strong sense of community. Kurtis explores with the leadership team how they’re building and sustaining a truly collaborative culture within their school, taking a robust, project-based approach to learning

Check out the New Myrnam School projects: https://www.newmyrnamschool.ca/a-for-energy-grant-projects

https://www.newmyrnamschool.ca

Learn more about New Myrnam School at https://www.newmyrnamschool.ca/

Access the FREE Guide for Leaders to Develop and Reinforce Team Norms - http://bit.ly/teamnormsguide

Access a workshop guide to ensure you are truly engaging as a team - https://bit.ly/JLgroupteam

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Connect with Danielle Eriksen

Email: erikdani@sperd.ca

Connect with Robert Tymofichuk

Email: robert_tymofichuk@sperd.ca

X: @rtymofichuk

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EK482zcGN/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Connect with Alyssa Kalynchuk

Email: kalyalys@sperd.ca

Connect with Kurtis Hewson

Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca

X: @hewsonk27

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27

LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson

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Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s

Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article

https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE

https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off!

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE three month trial

https://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!

https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca

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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc

Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration.

Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

1 month ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

FRIDAY FOCUS - It's All About the Structure!

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

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2 months ago

1 minute

Building a Culture of Collaboration

Leading Teams as a Purpose-Driven Principal with Michelle Sloan - Ep 45

Access a FREE webinar to transform how you plan and facilitate effective team meetings - https://bit.ly/transformteams

Register for the FREE Collaborative Response Virtual Summit : JLsummit.ca

In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by Michelle Sloan, a former teacher, principal, and Head of School who now coaches and mentors school leaders through her Purpose Driven Principal Framework. Central to the discussion is the importance of focusing on purpose as a leader to serve as the foundation for leading collaborative cultures.

Learn more about Michelle Sloan at https://sloanleadership.com/ and subscribe to her weekly newsletter at https://sloanleadership.mykajabi.com/newsletter-registration

You can also join the VIP Lounge with Michelle at https://sloanleadership.mykajabi.com/the-leadership-lounge-membership

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#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems

Connect with Michelle Sloan
Email: msloan@sloanleadership.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sloanleadership
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-sloan-9b80112a2
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SloanLeadershipSolutions

Connect with Kurtis Hewson
Email: kurtis.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca
X: @hewsonk27
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hewsonk27
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kurtishewson

Connect with Lorna Hewson
Email: lorna.hewson@jigsawlearning.ca
X: @LornaHewson
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hewson-713a59104

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Learn more about Collaborative Response https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tbgetTdAiA&t=0s

Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article
https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE
https://bit.ly/CR-intro - if interested in ordering the book, use the code JLPodcast10 to receive 10% off!

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE three month trial
https://jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab.ca

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

Website https://jigsawlearning.ca
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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jigsaw-learning-inc

Music: “Culture of Collaboration” has been composed, recorded, and produced by Trent Ferguson for Building a Culture of Collaboration.

Images: Visuals included in this video not generated under agreement with Jigsaw Learning Inc. have been carefully selected under Creative Commons for their permissions.

2 months ago

44 minutes

Building a Culture of Collaboration

FRIDAY FOCUS - Great Leaders Don't Solve Problems...They Create Systems to Solve Problems

#collaboration #teamwork #leadership #fridayfocus #systems

Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview

Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro

Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.
https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/wecollab

Become a JL Insider to receive access to newly added resources and video content, advance notice for sessions/workshops, discounts for learning events and resources, plus so much more!
https://bit.ly/JLinsider

Join the Facebook Group “The Collaborative Leader”, to engage in further conversations and resource sharing with others dedicated to ensuring effective teams and collaborative structures - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecollaborativeleader

🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and click the little bell icon to be notified when @jigsaw_learning posts a new video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U_RKp7yxQhckpKaQur7ow

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2 months ago

2 minutes