{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Magna AI ","title":"Scaling Catholic Education with Mission, Teacher Support, and AI Integration","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/f5199c32\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2855,"description":"In today’s episode, host Sarvesh Bhardwaj sits down with Patrick Keating, principal of Baden High School. Patrick shares his journey from classroom teacher to school leader, offering candid insights into how Catholic schools can scale enrollment while staying rooted in mission.\nThey explore the challenges and opportunities that come with rapid growth, including how Baden has expanded from under 450 to nearly 750 students, while keeping class sizes small and supporting teachers through intentional mentorship and development. \nPatrick also dives into how faith-based values guide technology adoption, including the thoughtful integration of AI tools like Magic School, and how his team ensures innovation never overshadows authentic relationships and student-centered learning.\nTimestamps\n 03:22 Patrick’s Journey into Education\n 05:42 Growth at Baden & Scaling Challenges\n 08:51 Faith-Based Mission and School Identity\n 12:49 Supporting Teacher Well-being & Retention\n 19:14 First Encounters with AI in the Classroom\n 21:12 Training Teachers & Adopting Magic School\n 25:55 Feedback and Assessment Practices\n 32:29 Teacher Perspectives on AI Adoption\n 36:18 Aligning Technology with Catholic Mission\n 40:28 Resource Allocation & Course Corrections\n 44:47 Lightning Round: Leadership Style, Books & Hope for Education\n\nWhy You’ll Love This Episode\nIf you’re a school leader, educator, or anyone invested in the future of Catholic education, this episode with Patrick Keating is a powerful listen. Patrick blends the practical realities of scaling enrollment with a mission-driven approach that keeps teacher support, student well-being, and faith at the center.\n\nYou’ll hear how he’s:\nSustaining small class sizes during rapid growth.\nSupporting teachers through mentorship, real-time feedback, and the New Teacher Academy.\nBalancing innovation with Catholic values when integrating AI tools.\nLeading with vulnerability and support, while keeping hope grounded in the dedication of teachers....","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/wz9rH6gldAIh2cUSX_fMbSpOO4MTxXoCdn0G1JpwXhA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yMWRk/YzM3MmE1MTFiZjIw/MGVmODEzMWFlZGY3/OGFiMC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}