Season 8 | Episode 5

Acres of Opportunity: Finding Purpose and Prosperity in Education with Dr. Steve Frandsen

Released on Apple Podcasts and Spotify on April 15, 2025

In this episode of Knowledgecast, Jack has a conversation with Dr. Steve Frandsen, a seasoned educator, principal of the International Transition Center in Georgia, and author of The Millionaire in Me. With over 30 years in education, Dr. Frandsen has served as a teacher, administrator, and speaker—passionately advocating for both student success and teacher empowerment.Dr. Frandsen shares how his unique school model supports immigrant students learning English while tackling core academic subjects, and why "I do, we do, you do" is a foundational strategy in helping students overcome language barriers.But the conversation doesn’t stop in the classroom—he also shares powerful insights from his book, The Millionaire in Me, which outlines how teachers can achieve financial security without leaving the profession they love. Backed by data and personal experience, Dr. Frandsen offers a compelling case for why education can be both purpose-driven and financially rewarding.

“Many teachers don’t realize they’re sitting on their own acres of diamonds.”

Tune in to hear:
- The mission of the International Transition Center
- The power of dual language immersion
- Why teachers are among the top professions of millionairesHow financial wisdom can help retain and recruit great educators
- A powerful message for anyone thinking of leaving—or entering—the classroom

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