S3 Episode 12: Building Student Success in Lee County (Featuring Dr. Kenneth Savage)

Deputy Superintendent Dr. Kenneth Savage joins host Joe Camps for an inspiring conversation about leadership, innovation, and impact in public education. From his beginnings as a teacher and film student to his role as a district system leader, Dr. Savage shares how Lee County is transforming student outcomes through school turnarounds, regional leadership models, and data-driven decision-making.

 

Together, they discuss how the district is addressing teacher shortages, strengthening high-need schools, and building sustainable systems that support both educators and students. Dr. Savage highlights his philosophy of servant leadership, the importance of sustainability for educators, and the power of targeted regional supports and incentives to stabilize staffing and drive achievement across a large, diverse district.

🎧 Tune in for an honest and uplifting conversation about leadership, vision, and what it takes to build lasting change in education.