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Solve for X

Dr. Rick Fernandez

Solve for X is the podcast where district leaders and EdTech innovators come together to tackle the real challenges in K–12 education. Hosted by Dr. Rick Fernandez, each episode explores what schools truly need, how vendors respond, and how stronger partnerships can lead to smarter solutions and better outcomes for students.

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Episodes

21 episodes

  1. Building an A-Rated District Through Culture, Belief, and Innovation With Dr. Brandon Hubbard 37:30
  2. The Future Workforce Through Leadership, Trades, and Innovation with Eric Crabb 43:06
  3. Leadership, Learning, and Preparing Schools for an AI Future With Torrance Lewis 49:25
  4. Preparing Students for Careers Before Graduation With Wesley Burns 25:49
  5. Personalizing Learning at Scale With Sawyer Altman 38:12
  6. Solving School Communication at Scale With Axel Petochi 51:34
  7. Solving Teacher Retention Through AI-Powered Coaching With Shaily Baranwal 41:42
  8. Building Real Pathways for Every Student Beyond High School With Sophie Smith and Leah Guesman 40:08
  9. Building Focused School Systems That Actually Drive Results With Dr. Terry Grier 52:50
  10. From the Library to the Future of AI in Education With Dr. Michael Conner 41:09
  11. Building Impactful Edtech: Ryan Patenaude’s Journey From FEV Tutor to RP Impact Partners 46:04
  12. Navigating Enrollment, Choice, and Facilities Strategy With Susan Miller 41:35
  13. Building Stronger Teams in Education That Actually Work With Miranda F. Walichowski 42:46
  14. Common Sense Leadership in Public Education with Matt Schiel 43:04
  15. Building Coherent Education Systems and Embracing AI Change with Elizabeth Norton 48:57
  16. From Classroom to Career: Tatiana Ciccarelli on CTE, Durable Skills, and Real-World Readiness 32:45
  17. Funding, Accountability, and School Choice: Max Rombado on Texas Education Policy 23:44
  18. Leading Through Change: Russ Johnson on School Safety, Leadership, and Superintendent Well-Being 23:45
  19. Community First, Data Fast: Jonathan Wachtel on OurCo and Real-Time Engagement 29:31
  20. Equity in Practice: David Sturtz on Rethinking K12 Facilities 39:43
  21. Wired for Leadership: Brenda Robinson’s Navy Journey 26:46