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On this episode of Beyond My Years, Ana Torres picks up every nugget of wisdom she can learn from LaTonya M. Goffney, Ed.D., superintendent of schools for the Aldine Independent School District in Texas. LaTonya shares her journey through many different roles in education before she ended up in an educational leadership role. She stresses the importance of building a teaching community, including finding teacher mentorship, having people advocating for you, and valuing the work you do. LaTonya notes that if it weren't for those that believed in her and encouraged her to strive for more, she never would have ventured to apply for the opportunities she did. She goes on to share one of her most valuable lessons: As you grow in education, you need to make sure you're looking behind you and pulling other people up. She concludes with tips for connecting with other educators, learning from each other constantly, and continuing to grow. Taking all those opportunities back to the classroom, Eric and Ana discuss pursuing professional growth opportunities, embracing your power as an educator, and focusing on excellence where you're at.
Show notes:
- Connect with LaTonya Goffney, Ed.D. on LinkedIn
- Connect with Aldine Independent School District
- Website: AldineISD.org
- X: @AldineISD
- Facebook: @AldineSchoolDistrict
- IG: @aldineschooldistrict
- Subscribe to Beyond My Years
- Follow us on Instagram @amplify.education
- Connect with Eric Cross: https://www.ericcross.org/
- Connect with Ana Torres: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anayansi-ana-torres-m-ed-26a10654/
Quotes:
"When you have passion for people and you have a purpose for making a difference, and if you're open to learning, anything is possible. And that's what my life has demonstrated in education." —LaTonya Goffney, Ed.D.
"The best way to get the next job is to do a good job where you are." —LaTonya Goffney, Ed.D.
"Public education is the profession that makes all other professions possible." —LaTonya Goffney, Ed.D.
"We can't be siloed. We can't just go to our classrooms, close the door, and not be helpers to one another." —LaTonya Goffney, Ed.D
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