Resources

Growing Leaders Blog
The Growing Leaders Blog is your go-to destination for practical strategies and expert insights on how to engage, equip, and empower the next generation of student leaders. Each article is grounded in research and designed for educators, parents, and youth mentors who are passionate about building character, leadership, and life skills in young people. Whether you’re looking for tips on fostering student engagement, implementing leadership curriculum, or understanding Gen Z and Gen Alpha, our blog delivers timely content that helps you develop resilient, future-ready leaders.

NextGen Leadership Insider
Stay connected with the heartbeat of Growing Leaders through the NextGen Leadership Insider—our weekly digital newsletter for educators, school administrators, and parents who are shaping the next generation. Each issue features fresh leadership development resources, updates on our iLead curriculum, upcoming webinars and training opportunities, book recommendations, and stories of impact from classrooms around the world. If you’re invested in building a values-based school culture and want practical tools for teaching leadership and life readiness, this newsletter keeps you informed, inspired, and empowered.

School on a Mission Podcast
The School on a Mission podcast is where transformational leadership in education comes to life. Hosted by Andrew McPeak and Gina Watts, this dynamic series features candid conversations with educators, administrators, and thought leaders who are pioneering change in schools across the country. Designed for those passionate about student development, values-based curriculum, and culture-building in K–12 and higher education, this podcast explores what it means to lead schools with purpose. Seasons 1 and 2 are now available, with new episodes dropping every Thursday starting August 21, 2025. Tune in to hear how schools are turning vision into action and empowering students to lead.

Leadership Unscripted Podcast
Leadership Unscripted is a bold, insightful podcast hosted by Dr. Greg Steely, designed for high-level education professionals, district leaders, and decision-makers who want to elevate student leadership across their schools. Each episode features real talk with superintendents, state education leaders, and innovators in the education space, sharing lessons learned, breakthrough strategies, and authentic stories from the frontlines of student transformation. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone invested in implementing leadership curriculum, building future-ready school systems, and unlocking the potential of the next generation.