In today's episode, we're chatting with Sandra Herbst, the superintendent of River East Transcona School Division in Winnipeg, Manitoba. We cover a lot of ground—from the powerful role of love in public education, to the nuances of Manitoba's educational system, and some thought-provoking questions about the ownership of learning and assessment. Plus, Sandra shares personal insights about her journey and the things she's proud of in her current role. Don't miss this insightful conversation! 

00:00 The Heart of Teaching: Love in Public Education
00:44 Introducing Sandra Herbst: A Leader in Education
02:37 Mountains and Leadership: Navigating Challenges
05:59 The Role of Senior Leaders in Education
08:09 Personalization in Education: Meeting Learners' Needs
11:50 Building Relationships Through Leadership
20:02 The Manitoba Education Experience
25:20 Sandra Herbst's Journey: From Local Leader to National Influence
30:07 Practicing What You Preach: Engaging in the Field
30:33 The Role of Writing in Leadership
31:03 Reflective Writing and Staff Engagement
33:18 Visibility and Influence in Leadership
35:58 Professional Growth and Transparency
39:24 Influence and Leadership in Education
42:11 Pride in River East Transcona School Division
47:30 Gratitude and Personal Influences
49:41 Personal Interests and Recommendations
52:50 Conclusion and Future Conversations