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Hill Country Podcast – Educational Leadership in Kerrville and Kerr County, Part 2

Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. Join Tom as he explores the people, places, and activities of the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, I begin a special two-part episode on primary and secondary education in Kerrville, Kerr County, and the Hill Country. In this exploration, I am joined by Dr. Robert Templeton, Superintendent of the Independent Ingram School District, Dr. Brent Ringo, Superintendent of the Kerrville Independent School District, and Dr. Charlie McCormick, President of Schreiner University in Kerrville.

Dr. Brent Ringo, Dr. Charlie McCormick, and Dr. Robert Templeton are all dedicated educators with a shared passion for developing entrepreneurial spirit and adaptability in students for the future job market. Dr. Ringo discussed expanding students’ horizons and helping them exceed their own expectations through exposure to various industries and opportunities. McCormick focused on developing transcendent skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, and curiosity in students, preparing them for an unpredictable future. Dr. Templeton, while initially skeptical of online education, has come to recognize the potential of technology in education and emphasizes the importance of flexibility and exposure to different opportunities. Join Tom Fox, Dr. Brent Ringo, Dr. Charlie McCormick, and Dr. Robert Templeton on this episode of the Hill Country Podcast to delve deeper into their perspectives on fostering entrepreneurial spirit and adaptability in students for the future job market.

Key Highlights:

  • Expanding Horizons: Unleashing Entrepreneurial Potential
  • Preparing Students for an Evolving Future
  • The Evolving Landscape of Education Delivery
  • Adapting Education to the Evolving Job Market
  • Navigating the Unscripted Future: Transcendent Skills
  • The Transformative Impact of COVID-19 on Education
  • Bridging the Rural-Urban Digital Divide

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Hill Country Podcast – Educational Leadership in Kerrville and Kerr County, Part 1

Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. Join Tom as he explores the people, places, and activities of the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, I begin a special two-part episode on primary and secondary education in Kerrville, Kerr County, and the Hill Country. In this exploration, I am joined by Dr. Robert Templeton, Superintendent of the Independent Ingram School District, Dr. Brent Ringo, Superintendent of the Kerrville Independent School District, and Dr. Charlie McCormick, President of Schreiner University in Kerrville.

Dr. Templeton, Dr. Ringo, and Dr. McCormick are all leaders in rural school districts, each with a unique perspective on leadership and educational challenges in these areas. Dr. Templeton, having grown up in a small town in West Texas, believes in providing equal opportunities and high standards for all students, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. Dr. Ringo, a product of a humble upbringing in Amarillo, Texas, emphasizes the importance of collaboration, vision, and prioritizing students’ success in overcoming the challenges faced by rural school districts. Dr. McCormick, a seasoned higher education professional, focuses on cultivating capacity and competency in students who may not meet traditional academic metrics, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and collaboration and recognizing the value of all individuals in the education system. Join Tom Fox, Dr. Robert Templeton, Dr. Brent Ringo, and Dr. Charlie McCormick on this episode of the Hill Country Podcast to delve deeper into their experiences and perspectives on leadership and educational challenges in rural school districts. 

Key Highlights:

  • Influential Past Relationships Shaping Leadership Styles
  • Building Capacity through Collaborative Education
  • Supporting Essential Staff and Student Well-being
  • Transparent Communication for Strong Leadership
  • The Regional Influence of Schreiner University
  • Opportunity for Associate’s Degree from High School

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Dr. Charlie McCormick – Schreiner University at 100

Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique areas of Texas. In this episode, host Tom Fox interviews Dr. Charlie McCormick, President of Schreiner University, on the Hill Country Podcast. Join Tom as he explores the people, places and their activities of the Texas Hill Country.

Dr. McCormick talks about his upbringing in Snyder, Texas and his folklore and folklife studies at the University of Pennsylvania. He shares how he has evolved the college over the years emphasizing affordability and the importance of location. He also discusses the historical background of Schreiner Institute and the upcoming centennial celebration with the unveiling of Schreiner’s Centennial Team. He wants students from Schreiner to be critical thinkers, analytic problem solvers and to understand the world around them. Experience the untold stories of the Texas Hill Country with host Tom Fox and guests like Dr. Charlie McCormick share stories of the past and present.

Key Highlights

·      The History and Legacy of Schreiner University and Schreiner Institute [00:03:30]

·      The Evolution of Presidential Leadership [00:06:45]

·      A Look At The Evolution Of Higher Education [00:10:26]

·      Celebrating 100 Years of Schreiner Athletics [00:13:26]

·      Developing Critical Thinking and Analytic Problem-Solving Skills [00:16:38]

Notable Quotes

1.     “You did grow up in a very literate place. They just told stories instead of writing them down.”

2.     “Higher education is at its most fundamental level, a local or regional enterprise.”

3.     “Schreiner has been good at very good at, but it’s also seen in terms of the history of higher education is adapting and changing over time.”

4.     “This isn’t just a job, but this is a calling. And we’re not trying to over romanticize that idea, but also not trying to just see ourselves as automatons who we go through the day mindlessly. We can be intentional and deliver it.”

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