When Josh Tovar prepares for the day, most everyone is still asleep. When he pulls into the parking lot, he enters a school packed full of cultures, differences, and diverse learning needs. He also has a school full of similarities: students and teachers who need to be seen.

And he meets them all where they're at.

In this episode, Mr Tovar brings his wisdom and experience into the discussion and shares with us how to connect with all students, support and encourage staff, and celebrate the best part of public education: the diversity of humanity.

Josh Tovar is the principal at Memorial Pathway Academy in Garland ISD, Texas. He actively engages with students and the community through various social media platforms:​

He also shares insights on educational leadership through platforms like the Principal Project and has been featured on podcasts such as Leaning Into Leadership.

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