Bellevue Elementary principal Qualisha Zyhier is back on the Give It Up Podcast to continue the conversation on Educational Leadership with Margo Hinton. Principal Zyhier's name means "Princess of Equality" and she shares how her new school is prepared to grow equal voice for and opportunities for students that are far too often marginalized. Qualisha shares insights on empowering students, and modeling authenticity. Be prepared to listen, take notes, and enjoy this meaningful conversation on education and life.

3:30 - Found my Tribe

5:20 - Best Thing That I Heard Today

9:00 - Remembering Coach L

12:40 - What sustains you on your worst days?

14:30 - Empowering Teachers

16:30 - Quality Lesson Planning (Culturally Relevant)

19:45 - Hanging on to Greatness

23:00 - 10 Different Languages

26:00 - Hoop Nation (Scholarships)

33:00 - Moving On; Overcoming Fear

36:00 - Jumping into your Jeans

39:30 - Impacting Generations

42:45 - Love Train

44:45 - Community/Parent Engagement

47:00 - Parent Passion and Advocacy

49:30 - Disrupting Inequity in Gifted Identification

53:00 - Self-Love and Taking Care of Yourself

55:15 - Word to the Children "You are Brilliant!"

57:45 - Turning the Tables

59:00 - Give It Up Moment

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Give It Up Game Plan

Play #1: Lead with authenticity. Qualisha reminded us that showing up as your whole self is not just powerful, it’s necessary.

Play #2: Protect your energy. She showed us how setting boundaries keeps you grounded and able to serve others without losing yourself.

Play #3: Community is the real win. Whether it’s teammates, colleagues, or family; success comes when you build and pour into your circle and your circle pours into you.