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#ELB Podcast with Joey Horn

Meet Principal Joey Horn from Lincoln Elementary in Princeton, IL. Joey and I connected years ago at IPA- Illinois Principals Association. Joey is a leader, husband, father, and one who is passionate about bringing positive energy to his family, school, and community. He'll join us LIVE on the #ELB podcast on Thursday, 8/6 at 4:15 EST. Join us!Follow Joey @joeydean_ and on X @Joey_Horn_Joey is also a strong user & believer in IXL. This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is us

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Aug. 6, 2026

#ELB Podcast with Joey Horn

Meet Principal Joey Horn from Lincoln Elementary in Princeton, IL. Joey and I connected years ago at IPA- Illinois Principals Association. Joey is a leader, husband, father, and one who is passionate about bringing positive energy to his family, school, and community. He'll join us LIVE on the #ELB podcast on Thursday, 8/6 at 4:15 EST. Join us!Follow Joey @joeydean_ and on X @Joey_Horn_Joey is also a strong user & believer in IXL. This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is us
June 30, 2026

#ELB Podcast with Priscilla Mendez

Meet Priscilla Mendez, special education teacher at East Lake Middle School in the Socorro School District in El Paso, Texas. Priscilla was the campus teacher of the year in 2026! She is a wife, mom of 3 boys, and the director of the HOPE worldwide SW Chapter — a nonprofit that serves the community. She loves to exercise, eat well, and is passionate about serving her students and the school community. Join us TODAY, Tuesday, 6/30 at 4:15 EST/2:15 MT on the #ELB podcast. Follow her at @relentless
June 23, 2026

#ELB Podcast with Matt Booth

Meet Matt Booth, the Director of Strength and Conditioning, Dean of Athletics, and Leadership Teacher at Canterbury School in Fort Myers, FL. Matt is a passionate leader who is looking to motivate and inspire others on his journey.Join us today, Tuesday, June 23rd, LIVE on the #ELB podcast at 4:15 EST.We'll discuss fatherhood, leadership, and his 1st book--coming out soon: Being Champions before Championships: A playbook on Leadership, Culture, and Mindset in sports and Life. Learn more & follow
June 22, 2026

#ELB Podcast with April Knight

Meet April Knight, NAESP President & Principal at Avondale Elementary School in Columbus, OH. Mrs. Knight is just wrapping up her year as NAESP President, and she will join us LIVE today, Monday, 6/22/26, on the #ELB Podcast @ 4:15 EST. We'll discuss all she has learned through this experience--the places she has traveled and the wonderful leaders she's met as NAESP President.She has been a member of NAESP since 2003, has been a Zone Director, President & VP of the Columbus Administrators Associ
June 13, 2026

#ELB Podcast with Dr. Marcus Belin

Meet Dr. Marcus Belin--Distinguished Principal of Hunley High School in Huntley, IL. Dr. Belin was the 2021 National Digital Principal of the Year and the 2025 Illinois Principal of the Year. Marcus serves on the NASSP Board and one day wants to be the Secretary of Education. Join us on the #ELB podcast LIVE, Saturday, June 13th, 2026, at 9 am EST, 8 am CT. He is a husband, father, podcaster, speaker, and more.You can learn more about Marcus and his journey here: https://www.drmarcusbelin.com/me
June 1, 2026

#ELB Podcast with Sam Demma

Meet the awesome Sam Demma, the top-selling author & keynote speaker. Sam speaks around the globe to students, educators, and more--sharing his message of hope, kindness, empathy--through powerful stories, backpacks, and tacos! Excited to meet him on the #ELB podcast--Today, Monday, June 1st @ 4:10 PM EST. We'll talk leadership, engaging others--and carrying his positive message to many!This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is used by more than 1 million teachers each day.

About the Host

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Andrew Marotta

Andrew Marotta is an energetic and enthusiastic leader who has put his positive imprint on his beloved Port Jervis HS, in Port Jervis, NY. With the release of his first book, The School Leader: Surviving and Thriving, Andrew is expanding his impact on the educational leadership community. His 2nd book, The Partnership, Surviving & Thriving, is a guide for parents to better assist their children in school by working closely together with schools. His 3rd book, Tales from the Hardwood, leadership lessons from his time on the court as a D1 Men’s basketball official, is set to release in spring 2022.
In his personal life, Andrew is a loving husband to his wife, Jennifer, and a supportive father to their three young children. In his professional life, Andrew has been leading at Port Jervis HS for sixteen years, serving as Assistant Principal for seven years and Principal for the past nine. He has led the transformation of PJHS, helping to raise the graduation rate from a low 60s% to almost 90%. He accepted the Port Jervis Middle School Principal position in the summer of ‘21. Andrew is a former men’s division 1 college basketball official, taking many leadership lessons from that time in his life to his leadership in schools and with school leaders. He lives the words on his logo: Energy, Enthusiasm, Extra, Effort, & Excellence!

Learn more at www.andrewmarotta.com & through his #ELBlog & #ELB podcast: Education Leadership & Beyond found on facebook, linkedin, twitter @andrewmarotta21, and instagram. #ELB #ELBlog, #survivethrive #keeprolling"

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