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S2 E7: Justin Zimmerman

February 15, 2019

Overview:

Justin Zimmerman joined the Linsly family as Headmaster in 2014, bringing a wide range of experience in the independent school world. After attending boarding school at The Culver Academies in Indiana, he continued on to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, where he played DIII ice hockey and earned his BS in Natural Science and Biology. He later earned his Master’s Degree in Education from Indiana University.

Meet Our Guest:

Previously, Mr. Zimmerman worked as Dean of Studies and Student Life at Western Reserve Academy in Hudson, OH. He also taught AP Environmental Science and Biology at WRA and Culver and coached ice hockey and lacrosse.

Jay McTighe JayMcTighe.com
Grant Wiggins “Understanding by Design” www.authenticeducation.org
Ted Dintersmith – “What School Could Be”, “Most Likely to Succeed”

Grant Lichtman – Listen to our previous episode

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The Better Learning Podcast explores the ideas, strategies, and stories shaping today’s learning environments. Host Kevin Stoller sits down with school leaders, designers, and educators to uncover how thoughtful design, planning, and collaboration can transform schools into spaces that truly put students first.

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