The LearnIt Podcast

The LearnIt Podcast

Journeys and insights from leaders
shaping the future of Canadian education.

Uncovering the paths, philosophies, and
impact of education leaders in Canada

Uncovering the paths, philosophies, and impact of education leaders

Why Exams Are Obsolete: UWC Atlantic Principal Naheed Bardai on the Future of IB

Insights with Principal of UWC Atlantic in Wales

Episode 46

Why Exams Are Obsolete: UWC Atlantic Principal Naheed Bardai on the Future of IB

Insights with Principal of UWC Atlantic in Wales

Episode 46

"Fail Forward": How The York School Builds Innovation with Afzal Shaikh

Insights with Director of Information Technology at The York School

Episode 45

"Fail Forward": How The York School Builds Innovation with Afzal Shaikh

Insights with Director of Information Technology at The York School

Episode 45

From Choir Director to Head of Innovation: Building "Brave Spaces" in Education

Insights with Assistant Head of School for Innovation and Research at Appleby College

Episode 44

From Choir Director to Head of Innovation: Building "Brave Spaces" in Education

Insights with Assistant Head of School for Innovation and Research at Appleby College

Episode 44

Rethinking Special Education: Moving Beyond "Reduced Expectations" with Shelley Woon

Insights with Head of School at Arrowsmith School

Episode 43

Rethinking Special Education: Moving Beyond "Reduced Expectations" with Shelley Woon

Insights with Head of School at Arrowsmith School

Episode 43

Associate Director Alison Gaymes San Vicente on Equity, Destreaming, and Systemic Change

Insights with Associate Director at Waterloo Region DSB

Episode 42

Associate Director Alison Gaymes San Vicente on Equity, Destreaming, and Systemic Change

Insights with Associate Director at Waterloo Region DSB

Episode 42

Inside Branksome Hall’s Junior School: Inquiry, Innovation, and Student Leadership

Insights with Head of Junior School at Branksome Hall

Episode 41

Inside Branksome Hall’s Junior School: Inquiry, Innovation, and Student Leadership

Insights with Head of Junior School at Branksome Hall

Episode 41

"I Felt Worthless": Sam Demma on Failure, Kindness & Becoming the Youngest Pro Speaker

Insights with Education Keynote Speaker & “Empty Your Backpack” Author

Episode 40

"I Felt Worthless": Sam Demma on Failure, Kindness & Becoming the Youngest Pro Speaker

Insights with Education Keynote Speaker & “Empty Your Backpack” Author

Episode 40

The Confidence Equation: Courage + Experience at SMLS

Insights with Head of School at St. Mildred's Lightbourn School

Episode 39

The Confidence Equation: Courage + Experience at SMLS

Insights with Head of School at St. Mildred's Lightbourn School

Episode 39

Students as Community Consultants | Cinde Lock on Building Bridges Between School and Society

Insights with Head of School at the Pickering College

Episode 38

Students as Community Consultants | Cinde Lock on Building Bridges Between School and Society

Insights with Head of School at the Pickering College

Episode 38

Head, Heart, & Humanity: The Real Mission Driving the Leaders of UCC

Insights with Vice-Principals at Upper Canada College

Episode 37

Head, Heart, & Humanity: The Real Mission Driving the Leaders of UCC

Insights with Vice-Principals at Upper Canada College

Episode 37

"Are The Kids Happier? No.": Robert Martellacci on AI, Human Connection & 25 Years in EdTech

Insights with Founder & CEO at MindShare Learning

Special Episode

"Are The Kids Happier? No.": Robert Martellacci on AI, Human Connection & 25 Years in EdTech

Insights with Founder & CEO at MindShare Learning

Special Episode

From Struggling Student to Education Leader: Dr. Angela Mantie's Journey of Resilience

Insights with Director of Global Education and Strategic Partnerships at Bayview Glen

Episode 36

From Struggling Student to Education Leader: Dr. Angela Mantie's Journey of Resilience

Insights with Director of Global Education and Strategic Partnerships at Bayview Glen

Episode 36

Student Voice, Empathy, and the Future of Learning | Katie Young

Insights with Recipient of the Prime Minister's Award for Teaching Excellence at Holy Trinity School

Episode 35

Student Voice, Empathy, and the Future of Learning | Katie Young

Insights with Recipient of the Prime Minister's Award for Teaching Excellence at Holy Trinity School

Episode 35

From Student to a School Leader: Tanay Naik’s Full-Circle Journey

Insights with Secondary School Deputy Principal at the United Nations International School of Hanoi

Episode 34

From Student to a School Leader: Tanay Naik’s Full-Circle Journey

Insights with Secondary School Deputy Principal at the United Nations International School of Hanoi

Episode 34

"No Bad Weather, Only Bad Gear": Building Resilient Students with Dave Krocker

Insights with Head of School at Rosseau Lake College

Episode 33

"No Bad Weather, Only Bad Gear": Building Resilient Students with Dave Krocker

Insights with Head of School at Rosseau Lake College

Episode 33

David DeSantis on 33 Years of Leadership, Failure & Earning Respect

Insights with Director of Education at Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic DSB

Episode 32

David DeSantis on 33 Years of Leadership, Failure & Earning Respect

Insights with Director of Education at Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic DSB

Episode 32

"You Only Regret What You Don't Do": John Reid on Failure, Risk & Growth

Insights with Head of School at The Rosedale Day School

Episode 31

"You Only Regret What You Don't Do": John Reid on Failure, Risk & Growth

Insights with Head of School at The Rosedale Day School

Episode 31

A Masterclass in Authentic Leadership | Brendan Browne

Insights with Director of Education at Toronto Catholic DSB

Episode 30

A Masterclass in Authentic Leadership | Brendan Browne

Insights with Director of Education at Toronto Catholic DSB

Episode 30

How to Build a Team Culture That Feels Like a "Big Hug" | Helen Pereira-Raso

Insights with Former Head of School at Holy Trinity School

Episode 29

How to Build a Team Culture That Feels Like a "Big Hug" | Helen Pereira-Raso

Insights with Former Head of School at Holy Trinity School

Episode 29

186 Countries, One Vision: Rashmi Swarup's Blueprint for Inclusive Education.

Insights with Director of Education at Peel District School Board

Episode 28

186 Countries, One Vision: Rashmi Swarup's Blueprint for Inclusive Education.

Insights with Director of Education at Peel District School Board

Episode 28

Building Relationships at the Heart of Leadership: Anthony Cordeiro's HCDSB Journey

Insights with Superintendent of Education at Halton Catholic DSB

Episode 27

Building Relationships at the Heart of Leadership: Anthony Cordeiro's HCDSB Journey

Insights with Superintendent of Education at Halton Catholic DSB

Episode 27

Leading with Authenticity: Leanne Foster's Approach to Educational Excellence at UTS

Insights with Principal at University of Toronto Schools

Episode 26

Leading with Authenticity: Leanne Foster's Approach to Educational Excellence at UTS

Insights with Principal at University of Toronto Schools

Episode 26

The Grace of Teaching: How Allison Campbell-Rogers is Reimagining Education at Havergal College

Insights with Innovation Program Educator at Havergal College

Episode 25

The Grace of Teaching: How Allison Campbell-Rogers is Reimagining Education at Havergal College

Insights with Innovation Program Educator at Havergal College

Episode 25

Educate Ourselves By Ourselves as Canadians: Jason Buccheri on EdTech's Future

Insights with EdTech Strategist & 'Education Matters' Podcast Host

Episode 24

Educate Ourselves By Ourselves as Canadians: Jason Buccheri on EdTech's Future

Insights with EdTech Strategist & 'Education Matters' Podcast Host

Episode 24

Theater, Travel, and Teaching: Tracy Faucher's Unexpected Educational Journey

Insights with Deputy Head of School at Holy Trinity School

Episode 23

Theater, Travel, and Teaching: Tracy Faucher's Unexpected Educational Journey

Insights with Deputy Head of School at Holy Trinity School

Episode 23

Principal Grace McCallum on Leading Innovation at Branksome Hall

Insights with Principal at Branksome Hall

Episode 22

Principal Grace McCallum on Leading Innovation at Branksome Hall

Insights with Principal at Branksome Hall

Episode 22

From Classroom to Leadership: John De Faveri's Educational Journey

Insights with Director of Education at York Catholic DSB

Episode 21

From Classroom to Leadership: John De Faveri's Educational Journey

Insights with Director of Education at York Catholic DSB

Episode 21

Belonging, Innovation & Montcrest School’s Vision with Patti MacDonald

Insights with Head of School at Montcrest School

Episode 20

Belonging, Innovation & Montcrest School’s Vision with Patti MacDonald

Insights with Head of School at Montcrest School

Episode 20

Innovation, Assessment, and Impact: Myke Healy’s Vision for Future-Ready Education

Insights with Assistant Head — Teaching & Learning at Trinity College School

Episode 19

Innovation, Assessment, and Impact: Myke Healy’s Vision for Future-Ready Education

Insights with Assistant Head — Teaching & Learning at Trinity College School

Episode 19

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