Derrick Calvert

CEO/Educator, Speaker, Consultant, DEIA champion, culture transformist. Our work must first start with building inclusive ecosystems. Then can the work begin!

[Derrick Calvert @DerrickCalvert4]

Culture and Instruction cannot exist separately!

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Strong culture makes instruction land; without it, even the best teaching won’t connect. #schoolculture #schooltransformation
#schoolimprovement

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Texas A–F ratings are out:
✅ 31% campuses improved
✅ High-poverty ≠ destiny
⚠️ Some still face state takeover
Free School Culture Toolkit → https://t.co/AfMNizY9ia
#SchoolCulture #K12Leadership #StudentSuccess @DerrickCalvert4

[Derrick Calvert @DerrickCalvert4]

Too many schools think culture is a side-note. It’s not—it’s the foundation.
From struggling student → 1st-gen grad w/ 3 master’s → founder of Empower52.
We help schools build cultures where students thrive. Full story: https://t.co/ERCDyga7YD
#SchoolCulture #K12Leadership

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#schoolculture
#empower52
#k12Leadership

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Interested in a free webinar on how to your AI to decrease school discipline infractions?

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School leaders—Interested in a free webinar on using AI to cut suspensions, address disproportionality & boost restorative practices? #empower52 #schoolleadership #schoolculture #schooldiscipline

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At 10:08 A.M. in a busy cafeteria, a shove → referral → 5 mins until the bell.
Forget theory—ask the right question to repair harm.
AI cuts prep from 14 mins → 1.
Protect relationships, don’t replace them.
📥 Free toolkit: https://t.co/0pJBhuL05z

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Great principals don’t just manage schools—they shape experiences.
Every greeting, every modeled expectation, every tough-but-kind convo sends a message:
“You matter here.”
Strong leadership shows up in:
✔️ Your tone
✔️ Your systems
✔️ How It changes #SchoolLeadership #Empower52

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School culture is built intentionally and not accidentally

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Check out TheCultureConsultant's video! #TikTok https://t.co/bM9ZemujgS

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Looking for CEUs towards your Texas teacher’s licensure?

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@LDAWN1_ I remember those times. Choose your mental health. Those assignments will be there.

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@InternetH0F I’m a former English teacher, and while this was hilarious I can see where he’s going. He’s analyzing the juxtaposition of gender roles using mostly fictional characters. Intriguing 🧐. 😂😂

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Safe work ecosystems

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Safe Work Space Retains
Watch the Full episode Here: https://t.co/pVyA8BWopj

Listen to the full Episode Here: https://t.co/Q7Nr78a65W

#CultureTransformist #DEIAChampion #EducationRevolution #EmpowermentSpeaker #InclusiveEducation #PositiveOutcomes #Podcast #podcasting #DrSas

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Back at it again. There’s not a more important topic!

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Super excited to speak about this important topic. Addressing Psychologically Safe Ecosystems and Student Trauma!

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I'm humbled & honored to spread the word about my passion for supporting safe workplace cultures and ecosystems. Come and take a ride with me on this journey to ensure that everyone feels psychologically safe at work; unlocking hidden and untold potential!
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[Derrick Calvert @DerrickCalvert4]

The power of building relationships!