Lead by Listening: Lessons from Dr. Shannon Trejo on Teacher Support and Collaboration

More Than a Test

In today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us: Dr. Shannon Trejo. Dr. Trejo shares insights and experiences as the Chief Academic Officer at Dallas ISD, such as the importance of being visible in “the work” and actively supporting teachers and campus leaders. We'll dive into topics such as the science of reading, student success, and the challenges faced in education. Dr. Trejo will also shed light on the progress made in Dallas ISD and the strategies implemented to ensure that high-quality instructional resources reach all students.

So sit back, relax, and get ready to explore the many dimensions of education on More Than a Test with Dr. Shannon Trejo. Let's dive in!

Timestamps

[00:00:04] How Dr. Trejo is leading change in Dallas ISD education.

[00:05:09] Core instruction is non-negotiable.

[00:08:32] Dallas ISD's team offers certification programs, university partnerships, and competitive salaries to attract high-quality teachers.

[00:13:34] Limited time spent on assessments for more instruction. Districts differ in academic support areas.

[00:25:39] Research-based strategies: replication, involvement, resources, success.

[00:26:35] Improving design thinking through empathetic collaboration.

[00:29:42] Visible support shows sincerity, openness, and value.

[00:34:01] Appreciate understanding classroom struggles and data importance.

[00:39:10] Embrace AI for efficient college preparation.

[00:40:25] Dr. Trejo feels blessed to work with great leaders.

Connect with Dr. Shannon Trejo

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-shannon-trejo-08318b2b

Website: https://www.dallasisd.org/

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About More Than a Test

Our goal is to take a hard look at the shortcomings in literacy education and tech while still finding a sense of hope in what's possible in education through learning and technology.

Our guests include non-profit leaders, tech CEOs, state and district leadership, research leaders from top institutions, and a few teachers with stories that might bring you to tears.

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About Amira Learning

Amira is the world’s first intelligent reading assistant that provides personalized tutoring to students at school, after school, or at home. Students working with Amira experience significant improvements in their reading fluency.

About your Host, Laura Glaab

Laura Glaab is a VP of Strategy at Amira Learning. She is a lifetime educator following behind educator parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents.

She's worked as a teacher and leader in public, private, and charter schools in places as far as India and as close to home as Boulder, Colorado. She holds degrees from Stanford, the University of Wyoming, and Kellogg School of Management.

She thinks everyone should read Saint Joan by George Bernard Shaw and the entire Piggie and Elephant Collection by Mo Willems.

Connect with Laura

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-glaab/

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