In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Kurtis is joined by Lindsay Lyons, educational justice coach, PhD in Leadership and Change, and founder of Time for Teachership. Lindsay shares her expertise in student-led discussions, justice-centered curriculum design, and equitable policies that empower students and strengthen collaboration across schools. Discover how values-driven conversations, adaptive leadership, and co-created classroom experiences can transform school culture. Lindsay provides actionable strategies for school leaders, teachers, and administrators to foster collaboration, equity, and student agency.
Learn how to:
✅ Encourage student-led discourse on identity, justice, and current events
✅ Build trust and collaboration among staff and students
✅ Implement justice-centered curriculum and equitable assessment practices
✅ Develop adaptive leadership that empowers students as leaders
✅ Turn high-emotion conversations into opportunities for growth and understanding
If you’re a school leader or educator looking to strengthen collaboration and create an inclusive, thriving learning environment, this episode is for you!
Access a number of values posters from Lindsay
Access Discourse Analysis Framework (as discussed in the episode)
Access the Setting Up Shared Leadership Worksheet
Learn more about Lindsay Lyons at https://www.lindsaybethlyons.com
Released January 27, 2026
Connect with Lindsay Lyons
Email:
X @hewsonk27
X @LornaHewson