On Friday, April 25, 2025, Superintendent Maureen Donahue and Director of Instructional Services Molly Moore proudly participated in the Achieving Joy and Mastery in Public Schools podcast. This inspiring series is dedicated to celebrating all that is good in public education throughout Western New York.
In this episode, Superintendent Donahue shared her personal journey as a leader in education, highlighting Southwestern’s strategic focus on building strong Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). She also spoke about the symbolic power of "handprints" and emphasized the importance of leading with Courage, Knowledge, and Heart.
The episode also featured an interview with Molly Moore, who currently serves as Director of Instructional Services and will step into the role of Superintendent of Southwestern Central School District on July 1, 2025. Molly reflected on her educational philosophy and vision for continuing Southwestern’s legacy of excellence.