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In this episode, we’re having a conversation with Dr. Cederick Ellis, Superintendent in the McComb School District in McComb, MS. We talked about developing an audacious vision, the importance of building relationships and having patience as you make learning personal for students.
Dr. Cederick Ellis has over 25 years of creating and sustaining a positive student-centered learning environment to develop academic proficiency and strength of character. He is a highly motivated, dedicated, results-oriented and innovative educator. Prior to his current position, he served as superintendent, director of schools, principal and teacher. Cederick was recently one of three Mississippians to receive the National School Leadership Coach credential from the National Institute for School Leaders (NISL). Cederick was recognized by the National Association of School Superintendents as the 2015 Superintendent of the Year Runner-Up. His primary goal is to develop a “World Class” school district: a school district that constantly strives for excellence in preparing its students to both meet and exceed state and national educational standards. Cederick launched Mississippi’s only student-centered teaching and learning school, focusing on personalizing learning for every student.
Cederick and his work in McComb will inspire you to reflect on these questions:
- What is your audacious vision for learning in your organization?
- What terminology will you change as you embark on your transformation?
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