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Apr 2024
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Episode 132: The Principal's Journey wit...

Darrin Peppard
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And now...about our guest this week on the show:

Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket is a wife, mother, principal, public speaker, and author. With decades as a teacher and leader in public education, she has earned the reputation as a strong instructional leader, passionate educational advocate, and dedicated mentor. As the Principal of a top ranked school in Maryland, she is a life-long learner who strives for excellence not only for herself, but also for everyone she serves. 

Dr. Edoho-Eket’s belief in fostering meaningful relationships serves as the foundation for everything she does. During her educational career, she has proudly served as a classroom teacher, instructional team leader, mentor teacher, Assistant Principal, and Principal. Her new book, “The Principal’s Journey: Navigating the Path to School Leadership” provides a helpful and practical blueprint for educators to follow as they transition into new leadership roles. 

Dr. Edoho-Eket holds a B.S. in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Temple University, a M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction from McDaniel College, and a Doctorate in Leadership and Professional Practice from Trevecca Nazarene University.

Connect with Dr. Edoho-Eket:

Twitter: @racheledohoeket

Instagram: @the_principals_journey

Youtube: @racheledoho-eket

Linkedin: Rachel Edoho-Eket

Website: https://bio.site/the_principals_journey

Grab Rachel's book here: The Principal's Journey: Navigating the Path to School Leadership

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