Economics of Learning

This episode of Economics of Learning features two educational leaders, Director of Friendship Tom Lockwood and Principal Keith Green, who have worked through and supported three rounds of strategic plans over a ten-year time span at Hemlock Public School District with Superintendent Don Killingbeck. Listen to this authentic conversation surrounding the "secret sauce" of strategic planning and hear from the hearts of these leaders about impact. Join the DIY Strategic Planning movement, click here and request access to the shared Google Drive filled with templates and resources.  #EconomicsofLearning #PullTheSled #SecretSauce #AllocateBetter #StrategicPlanning

This episode of Economics of Learning features Doug Newcombe, who has a wealth of experience to share from working as a CPA field auditor, school business official, adjunct professor, school superintendent, and consultant. Doug shares his wealth of experience and extensive knowledge of how schools can ensure effective and efficient use of limited resources. If you are interested in connecting with Doug to do business or learn more, he can be reached by phone at 989.239.9482 or by email at dmichigan059@gmail.com. #EconomicsofLearning #Cardinal4Life #OperationExpert #AllocateBetter

This episode of Economics of Learning features Jess Gartner, founder, and CEO of Allovue, helping schools across the nation manage education spending for more than a million students. Jess finds passion for her work as a former public school teacher and champions better allocation to improve educational opportunities and equity across school systems. She talks about bringing clarity and transparency to budgets. Gartner holds an advanced degree from John Hopkins University and is a sought-after presenter and business partner. If you are interested in connecting with Jess to do business or learn more, she can be reached at jess@allovue.com. #EconomicsofLearning #InformationManagement #Data Driven #BringingClarity #BuildingBetterBudgets  #ResourceExpert  #AllocateBetter #Allovue

This episode of Economics of Learning features Scott Fritz. He has a wealth of experience from financial advisor to roles in employee benefits that include sales to a director and currently services as an employee benefits consultant with National Insurance Services (NIS). Scott provides us with an inside view of insurance and how organizations like schools can reduce costs, maintain or improve benefits, and redirect more dollars to the classroom. If you are interested in connecting with Scott to do business or learn more, he can be reached by phone at 517.410.9555 or by email at sfritz@nisbenefits.com. #EconomicsofLearning #LETSGOSPARTANS #InsuranceInsider #AllocateBetter

This episode of Economics of Learning features Ron Wilson, who has a wealth of experience from a private school teacher to a public school superintendent. Ron has seen all education has to offer. As a school leader, he worked to utilize data to make decisions that would optimize learning and education. If you are interested in connecting with Ron to do business or learn more, he can be reached by phone at 517.404.6325 or by email at rwilson@eidexinsights.com.  #EconomicsofLearning #DataHound #Data Driven #ResourceExpert  #AllocateBetter

Season one wraps up with your host Dr. Don Killingbeck Jr. providing a brief outline of a tried and true process for developing a school budgeting.  

In this episode of Economics of Learning, we chat with a trio from Munetrix and discuss the role of data in student learning and school business operations. Click Buzz, Pete, and Linda for more info.

In this episode of Economics of Learning, we speak with Deputy Superintendent Scott Sawyer from Saginaw ISD and discuss the impact of people (HR) on the bottom line of school business operations. Click here for more information regarding Scott Sawyer. 

In this episode of Economics of Learning, we speak with Deputy Executive Director Bob Dwan from the Michigan Association of School Business Officials (MSBO) and discuss how student learning and business operations intersect. Click here for more information regarding Bob Dwan. 

In this episode of Economics of Learning, we speak with Dr. Benjamin Jankins from the Educational Leadership Department at Central Michigan University and discuss the role of choice and its impact on learning and public K-12 business operations. Click here for more information regarding Benjamin P. Jankens, Ed.D.