February 09, 2026

Hi Reader,

I’ve got some exciting news — and a quick favor to ask.

If you know any school leaders, teachers, or staff who need continuing education hours, would you please pass this along?

LinkedLeaders just launched Book Study Workshops — a brand-new, university-accredited way for K–12 educators to earn 30 Continuing Education Hours (or 2 University Credits) through Boise State University while engaging in meaningful, practical learning.

Each workshop blends real-world leadership reading with live, professional dialogue in a simple, flexible format designed for real educators with real schedules.

Here’s how it works: - 5 live, 60-minute sessions (via Google Meet or Zoom)
- Earn 30 CE Hours / 2 University Credits through Boise State University
- Finish remaining hours through reading, brief online discussions, and on-the-job reflection

Upcoming Workshops

Atomic Habits – Build high-impact systems for school success (Starts Oct 29)
What Great Principals Do Differently – 15 things that matter most (Starts Nov 3)
Start on the Sidewalk – Engagement at every step of the school day (Starts Nov 3)
Lead with Humility – 12 Leadership Lessons from Pope Francis (Starts Nov 4)
Supercommunicators – Master connection and trust in leadership (Starts Nov 4)
Differentiating Differently – Meeting diverse classroom needs (Starts Nov 6)
SchoolX – Redesign your school for the people right in front of you (Starts Nov 11) by yours truly!

Seats are limited, so if this sounds helpful (or you know someone who’d love it), don’t wait.

👉 See All Workshops & Register Now: https://linkedleaders.com/book-study

Thanks for spreading the word — I really appreciate it.

These workshops are a small but powerful way to help educators grow together in ways that actually last.

Best,
Jethro

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Your keynote today at ASTE about finding that 'one thing' tied in directly with keynote speaker Mawi's message about making a MAD goal. Making it measurable, attainable and deadline driven. Powerful stuff here at ASTE. I am always recharged after being here. Thank you for helping be a part of that and best of luck to you at reaching your goal.

— @kimasundberg, Educator

Jethro Jones

Transformative Principal

Education and leadership nerd, and founder of Transformative Principal. You might know me from my latest books, How to be a Transformative Principal and SchoolX, and the longest running ed leadership podcast, Transformative Principal.