Send us Fan MailWhat does it really take to lead one of the most dynamic school districts in Michigan?  In this episode of the MotivateMe313 Podcast, we sit down with Lamis Srour, Interim Superintendent of Dearborn Public Schools, to talk about the realities of leadership in education today.From tackling post-pandemic bullying and chronic absenteeism to the harsh realities of funding and aging school buildings, we aren't holding back. Whether you're a parent, a teacher battling burnout, or just a Metro Detroit resident who cares about the future of our youth, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what happens inside the Superintendent's office. Lamis also shares her unique journey from 1998 to today, and why she chose to be a "bridge" for the district rather than taking the permanent job.If you care about the future of the 313, hit that SUBSCRIBE button and join the conversation in the comments!  Episode Chapters: 0:00 - The Reality of Dearborn Public Schools 1:45 - Stepping Up: The Journey to Interim Superintendent 5:10 - Why She Didn't Want the Permanent Job 9:30 - From Top-Ranked Principal to District Administration 14:15 - The "Open-Door" Policy vs. Tough Executive Decisions 20:00 - How Dearborn is Tackling Bullying & Absenteeism 26:45 - The Hard Truth About Tax Levies & Aging Buildings 32:20 - The Biggest Misconception About the Superintendent 38:10 - The Educator Burnout Crisis & Advice for Young Leaders 44:00 - Final Word: The Legacy Left Behind Follow OZ Media Website: Ozmedia313.comFollow us on social media:- Instagram: @motivateme313 or @ozmedia313- Website: ozmedia313.com- Facebook: ozmedia313-TikTok: @ozmedia313-Apple Podcast: ozmedia-Spotify Podcast: ozmediaThis show was sponsored by:-The Family Doc https://thefamilydocmi.com/-Juice Box Juiceboxblend.com-Holy Bowly http://www.myholybowly.com-Wingfellas thewingfellas.com-Hanley International Academy https://www.hanleyacademy.com-Malek Al-Kabob malekalkabob.com-Bayt Al Mocha https://baytalmocha.com/-Chill Box https://www.chillboxstore.com/-Royal Kabob https://www.royalkabob.com/-GEE Preparatory Academy https://www.gee-edu.com/schools/geepreparatory/index#LamisSrour #Dearborn Public Schools #DetroitEducation #MotivateMe313 #EducationalLeadership#DearbornMichigan #Podcast