Show Notes
Episode Description: In this special Women's History Month episode of the Getting to the Core podcast, five Wayne County women superintendents — Dr. Daveda Colbert, Amy Conway, Dr. Catherine Cost, Dr. Monica Merritt, and Dr. Andrea Tuttle — share their personal journeys to the superintendency, reflecting on the nonlinear paths, unexpected opportunities, and trusted mentors that shaped their careers. The conversation explores the systemic and cultural shifts still needed to make educational leadership more attainable and sustainable for women, including intentional mentorship, transparent hiring practices, and the normalization of bold, courageous leadership without the double standards women often face. The episode closes with each superintendent sharing a personal legacy statement, leaving listeners — especially aspiring women leaders — with a powerful reminder that the superintendency is not only attainable, but made stronger by the women who dare to lead it.
Guests: Dr. Catherine Cost, Dr. Andrea Tuttle, Dr. Monica Merritt, Dr. Carla Postell, Dr. Daveda Colbert, and Amy Conway
Hosts: Vonetta Clark-Tooles
Length: 43 minutes, 35 seconds
Transcript
