In this episode of The Superintendent Effect, host Anne Brown speaks with Kristen Barr, Superintendent of Peninsula School District (WA), about preparing students for a rapidly changing world.

Kristen shares how her district is integrating AI, project-based learning, outdoor education, and aviation career pathways to help students thrive in the future economy. She also reflects on the importance of mental health, leadership sustainability, and creating school systems that embrace innovation rather than fear it.

Whether you’re a district leader, educator, or parent, this conversation offers a grounded, forward-looking perspective on what it means to lead schools today.