Mainly Marlin

Fine arts and the impact that the arts have on students

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 20:54:54 +0000

Superintendent Dr. Darryl Henson, Executive Director of Student Services Dr. Stacy Parker and special guests Athletic Director Sheila Henderson and Band Director Kevin Smith remind us of the role the arts and music education can play as students return to schools. Listen as they defend arts education as not merely a side street, but a main artery for community pride, self expression, and engagement.

The value of athletics and turning potential into performance

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:44:00 +0000

Join Marlin Head Football Coach Ruben Torres and The Team as they discuss the profound impact of Marlin Athletics on students, schools, and the greater Marlin community and how the pride of being a Bulldog has created a more positive learning environment.

Creating a strategic plan to guide schools and impact academic achievement

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:19:21 +0000

In this episode, The Team discusses unpacking dysfunctional systems to create a data-driven vision for an underperforming district.

Cultivating a championship mentality in K-12 schools through systems organization

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 15:07:32 +0000

In this episode, the team discusses how systems organization, along with processes and procedures, contributes to a thriving learning environment — and a championship mentality that sets students up for their own personal greatness.

Making good on our obligation to provide literacy instruction to students

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 01:08:20 +0000

In this episode, Dr. Darryl Henson and his team explore the realities of literacy instruction in underperforming districts, and the obligation to protect students by ensuring they have the real-world skillset they need to read, write, and thrive.

Starting the school year strong

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 22:50:17 +0000

In this episode, Dr. Darryl Henson, Lawrence Galloway, Dr. Stacy Parker, and Patrice Woodson discuss avoiding the summer slide and capturing the energy of a brand new year. Stay tuned for Dr. Henson's advice to students which includes self advocacy, a growth mindset, and above all — loving yourself.

Mainly Marlin Episode 2

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 00:11:20 +0000

It's the conversation that started it all. In this episode, join Dr. Darryl Henson, Lawrence Galloway, Dr. Stacy Parker, and Adam LeJeune in a candid conversation about leadership and using our power as adults to change the trajectory of children's lives.

Mainly Marlin Episode 1

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0000

In the premiere episode of Mainly Marlin, Dr. Henson and his team discuss the transformative power of strong teaching and the influence and impact of teaching beyond the classroom. Stick around as they welcome Teacher of the Year Darius Kelley to Purple Water Studios to discuss the impact of teaching as a calling.