Leadership Laps
Leadership Laps explores the journeys and stories of educational leaders within Aurora Public Schools, Colorado's most diverse school district. Like a marathon, leadership requires training, perseverance, and a long-term vision. In each episode, we'll hear from those who are helping guide our district toward #DestinationAPS, sharing their personal stories, challenges overcome, leadership lessons learned, and what keeps them motivated along the way. From superintendents to principals, district leaders to classroom innovators, these conversations reveal the passion, purpose, and people behind APS's commitment to excellence. Join us as we discover how these educational leaders pace themselves through the leadership marathon while creating positive change for our 40,000 students from 130 countries of origin.
Leadership Laps
Breaking Barriers w/Chief Patti Moon
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In this episode of Leadership Laps, we sit down with Patti Moon, Chief Communications Officer for Aurora Public Schools since 2017. Patti shares her journey from television journalist working in major markets including Chicago and Washington D.C. to becoming the voice and storyteller for one of Colorado's largest and most diverse school districts. She discusses the evolution of APS's brand identity and the intentional work behind shaping narratives that reflect our community. Patti offers insights into the unique challenges of leading communications through both celebrations and crises, and as a woman of color in leadership, she shares perspective on ensuring district communications honor and reflect our diversity. Whether you're interested in communications, leadership, or how organizations tell authentic stories, this conversation reveals the strategic and deeply personal work of giving voice to a community's values and aspirations.