Reinventing Education

Your school has 4 dimensions: the organizational, relational, actionable and personal.You and everyone there, focuses on one more than the others. Too often we think about improving one dimension of school without considering the interconnected others.In this episode we'll explore how to use the 4 dimensions tool can:-help you define and solve problems-communicate more effectively

In this episode of Reinventing Education, Rob and Brendan explore the impact of flattening hierarchies in schools, focusing on a counselor-centered approach where all voices are equal. They discuss the benefits of shared responsibility in student-led inquiries and the fluidity of roles, but also examine challenges like uneven workload and lack of oversight. Tune in for a lively deb

In this episode, hosts Rob and Brendan explore a counselor-centered approach to education, where hierarchy is flattened and staff function as peers rather than authority figures. This creates a school environment rooted in authenticity, empathy, and shared responsibility. They discuss how educators can promote emotional well-being and personal growth by shifting away from tradition

If you only listen to one episode of our podcast, make it this one. It is a summary of what we're all about. In this episode, we unpack the three distinct roles that a school can have for a student. Schools either serve students as their expert, coach or counsellor. Each type organizes differently and has a different kind of culture. However, most schools are an unintentional mix o

In this episode of the Reinventing Education Podcast, hosts Rob and Brendan dive into a pressing topic at the center of political debates around the world: should there be a dedicated Department of Education Management at the government level? This idea raises complex questions about how we oversee, fund, and guide education systems. Rob and Brendan examine both the potential benef

In this episode of the Reinventing Education Podcast, Rob & Brendan dive into the transformative role of the Counselor Principal within progressive, sociocratic, or counselor-centered schools. Unlike the traditional hierarchy of the expert-led "pyramid" model or the managerial "star" approach of a coach principal, the counselor principal thrives in a flattened hierarchy where c

Today, Rob and Brendan hit pause on our exploration of the counselor-centered school to dive into some eye-opening headlines about the current state of teacher attrition. Following up on our previous discussion about the teacher shortage, we turn our attention to a recent article that sheds light on why so many educators are leaving the profession. We’ll explore compelling storie

Today, Rob and Brendan dive into the counselor-centered approach to libraries and P.E. spaces. In P.E. there is a move toward treating these parts of the school as flexible, community-driven areas that explore and embrace a range of approaches to physical health. We’ll look at how these spaces are shaped by the ongoing needs of students and their communities. The same goes for li

Welcome! Today Rob and Brendan dive into the knotty topic of the four-day school week. Countries like Belgium and various states in the U.S. are trying it out for reasons such as reducing operational costs, combating teacher burnout, and offering students more time for family activities. Why is this shift happening, and what are the potential drawbacks? And—dare we say—could th

How do counselor schools approach shared spaces like gymnasiums and lunchrooms? At first glance, it might seem like a minor issue, but move one piece, and the whole system shifts. If the counselor classroom is built on the idea of negotiating learning time, then shared spaces in schools must also be negotiated by everyone involved. Suddenly, we realize these spaces can adapt to fit