This episode features a very special guest, Deepak Marwah a CITE SBL alum and newly appointed Principal of Laguardia High School. This episode is pretty special since Principal Marwah attended Laguardia High School as a student. Listen as we discuss what it’s like going from student to administrator of your former high school. We also get into what it’s like transitioning from teacher to administrator, tips for educators looking to get into admin and so much more. Learn more about our...

Today’s episode features a very special guest, Kristina Persaud, a NYCDOE educator who’s been in the field for over 5 years. Tune in and learn as Kristina discusses how working as a teacher in the Bronx helped shape her transition into administration today. There are a lot of teachers who may be apprehensive when it comes to making the switch from teacher to administrator, listen as Kristina provides helpful tips for making that switch. For more information on our Administration...

On this very special episode we’re talking to “Minecraft” creators Sean Arnold (NYCDOE - Director of School Pathways) and Anthony Casanovas (Ed Tech Program Manager & Teacher Team Leader | Division of Instructional and Information Technology (DIIT). Join as they take us through the inspiration behind this innovative, advanced, and surreal experience they call “Minecraft Education!” Special “Thank you” to Sean and Anthony for the abundance of intel shared on “Minecraft Education.” It’s...

On today’s episode, we get to speak to Georges Leconte, Chief Executive Officer of Harlem Hospital (NYC Health and Hospitals). It’s no secret that the field of Public Administration isn’t easy but one thing we can all agree on is that it’s a rewarding field. Learn all you need to know about working as a CEO in a New York City hospital during the most challenging of times. During this episode, Georges also goes into the plethora of jobs and fields one can go into with a Master’s Degree in...

On this very special episode, we get to chat with Theresa DeMatteo, the New Professional Development Coordinator at Nassau BOCES! Tune in as Theresa discusses how she balanced her work and home life while still being in our administration program! Theresa also touches on tips and skills future students should consider! For more information on our Administration program please email [email protected]

CITE/Russell Sage College Grads, Dr. Dorcely and Dr. Hansford discuss their latest business venture "StrategiesMatters" a blog set out to inform and support various projects throughout education with a unique team of bloggers that are seasoned educators and administrators. For more information on CITE please follow us: @CITEPROGRAMS

This very special episode features Charlotte Beckman, the current Administrative Dean Of Students at Walt Whitman High School — South Huntington Union Free School District. Tune in and find out why Charlotte chose Administration and to join our program. Charlotte knows what it takes to be a good Administrator and shares some essential tips within this episode. Be sure to share this special episode with your current Administrators and aspiring Administrators too. Another special “Thank...

In this very special episode, Dr. Donald James is back with the Blue Ribbon Project! This episode focuses on Dr. James discussing the Teacher Education & Leadership shortage. Tune in as he examines the reasons behind being in this current state as well as what we can do to impact a positive change for the near future.

In this very special episode, we get to talk to Elizabeth Burke, a graduate from our Teacher Education Master’s Degree program. In this episode Elizabeth goes into what it’s like being a career changer and transitioning from being an accountant to becoming an educator. Elizabeth has been working in the DOE for over 8 years as a para and has a passion for education, especially a passion for working with children kids with autism as she was a one-on-one para for a child with autism for 4...

In this special episode we get the chance to talk to Eva, one of our amazing TESOL Master’s in Education graduates. Although Eva has successfully obtained her Master’s Degree in TESOL and can work in a classroom she chose to work in EdTech! We want to let this episode serve as a reminder that you can be impactful in education in and outside of the classroom with the same Master’s Degree in Education. Special thank you to Eva…

Obtain your Doctorate of Education in Leadership in Innovation and Continuous Improvement through Concordia University Wisconsin! This cohort is for non-CSA members and will begin in February 2023! For more info visit http://www.citecuw.com Or e-mail [email protected]

This episode features one of our amazing Admin CITE grads Davina Ruiz! Listen as Davina takes us through all the various positions she's held throughout the field of Education.

In this episode Dr. Donald James (CITE's Executive Director) talks to Dr. Chris Zublionis the Superintendent of North Shore Schools! Dr. Christopher Zublionis has been the assistant superintendent for instruction for North Shore Schools since 2019. Don and Chris talk about his new promotion as Superintendent as well as what it's like to be a leader in this position.

Today’s episode features a very very special guest, Peter Dellegrazie. Peter completed our Admin program and is a proud CITE grad! Listen to Peter talk about what it’s like to work in administration in the high school that he once attended. Peter also discusses the importance of networking and believing in yourself.

This episode is a two-parter, we’ll be hearing from Hannabelle Mendez and Catherine Nunez who have both experienced our Teacher Ed program. Listen and learn as they both share the passion behind their purpose and what keeps them motivated as it pertains to working in education… First off we have Hannabelle, you could just start off by introducing yourself and letting us know how you heard about our program…

Meet CITE SBL grad Jason Strumwasser! Jason’s currently the Director Of Technology/CIO/Digital Privacy Officer at Irvington Union Free School District. Listen to Jason break down what it’s like transitioning from a teaching role into an administrative one as well as everything you need to know about our SBL program with the College of Saint Rose!

Cite Executive Director Dr. Donald James speaks with Dr. Meisha Porter about her decision to take on the role of NYC Schools Chancellor in a difficult time, and what opportunities they see for equity and access.

Today’s episode features two very special guests — Dr. Jacqueline Baer and Joseph Toles who both have been instructors for CITE!

Jasmine Ramirez is a CITE grad from our Master’s Degree in Teacher Education program Tune in as Jasmine and CITE ED Don discuss life as a mom, currently teaching and the current state of education.

David Wicks is a CITE grad and is currently the District Superintendent of the Eastern Suffolk BOCES. Tune in as David and Donald discuss the life of a Superintendent amongst other things...

Andrea is a CITE Grad who completed her Advanced Certification in Mental Health Counseling through our Master’s Degree Program with Alfred University she's also the founder and CEO of “Intentional Healing and Wellness” her own coaching company  tune in as Andrea discusses how she juggles being a CEO all while managing her own podcast amongst other things...

Toby Elmore is an administrator in the Commack School District. In this episode, he talks about teaching Black history outside of just February, administrators supporting teachers, the CRT controversy, and what teachers could think about when taking the step into administration .

Damian Pacheco teaches in the CITE/ Alfred University Master's in Public Administration Program. He works in the Department of Education, and has worked in the Department of Youth and Community Development. He discusses his own work and the many possibilities that are open to someone with a Master's in Public Administration.

CITE/Russell Sage College Doctoral Program Alumni Dr. Steve Dorcely and Dr. Shawna Hansford discuss their latest business venture "StrategiesMatters," a blog set out to inform and support various projects throughout education with a unique team of bloggers that are seasoned educators and administrators.