The latest episode of the Indiana Association of School Principals Advocacy Podcast dives into the importance of elections and the role school leaders play in shaping education policy. Hosted by Cindy Long, Assistant Executive Director at IASP, this episode leverages the excitement of election season to explore how government decisions—from local school boards to the Indiana General Assembly—impact schools across the state. Cindy highlights the IASP advocacy efforts, emphasizing that advocacy is...
Oct 25, 2024•13 min
Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Dr. Joe Sanfelippo as he shares a sneak peak to his Keynote that he plans to share when he closes out the Fall Professionals Conference on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Register for the conference and join the fun! Click to register!...
Oct 23, 2024•22 min•Season 6Ep. 192
Episode Description Welcome to this week’s episode of the Indiana Association of School Principals Advocacy Podcast! In this week's two-part episode, Assistant Executive Director Cindy Long discusses the publication of the second draft of the new Indiana high school diploma and highlights some much needed clarification from the IDOE. In part two, IASP is honored to host Principal Amy Neimeier to learn about her trip to Washington DC as the NAESP state representative. Principal Neimeier recounts ...
Oct 18, 2024•20 min
Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Kristen Peterson and Tony Stesiak as they share about their article in the IASP Indianagram titled "From the AP Lens: Using an Interaction Checkbook to Build Community & Relationships." Kristen is the Associate Principal of Chesterton High School and the IASP Assistant Principal Liaison, and Tony is ...
Oct 16, 2024•27 min•Season 6Ep. 191
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Indiana Association of School Principals Advocacy Podcast! In this episode, IASP Assistant Executive Director Cindy Long sits down with the Chesterton High School administrative team to discuss their unique "Principal for a Day" event. Hear insights and highlights from Principal Brent Martinson, Associate Principal Kristen Peterson, and their special guest, State Senator Rodney Pol, as they recap the day. Tune in for an engaging conversation about leadership...
Oct 11, 2024•17 min
Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Mrs. Aimee Lunsford, Chief Academic Officer at Warsaw Schools and Dr. Tiffany D. Barrett, IASP Assistant Executive Director, in this continuation of the Empowering Excellence Series. This series digs deeper into the School Leader Paradigm and offers busy school administrators an excellerated approach to ...
Oct 09, 2024•21 min•Season 6Ep. 190
Welcome to the Indiana Association of School Principals Advocacy Podcast. This week, IASP Advocacy Podcast host, Cindy Long, speaks with Dr. Todd Bess about the high school diploma redesign progress, Indiana School Principals Week, and information about some of the School Leader Celebrations at the AP/Fall Conference. We also reflect on the 2024 IASP Legislative Priorities and are seeking input regarding the IASP legislative priorities in 2025.
Oct 04, 2024•21 min
Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Mr. Eric Jenkins, Franklin Community High School teacher AND Indiana Teacher of the Year. With a dedication to fostering student growth and innovation in the classroom, Mr. Jenkins exemplifies excellence in education. His commitment to creating impactful learning experiences has inspired both his student...
Oct 02, 2024•21 min•Season 6Ep. 189
Welcome to the Indiana Association of School Principals Advocacy Podcast. This week, IASP Assistant Executive Director Cindy Long shares another episode of pivotal insights and updates regarding educational legislation implementation in Indiana. Join us as Principal Randy Maurer discusses literacy and IRead 3 implementation strategies.
Sep 27, 2024•20 min
Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Amy Niemeier, proud principal at Slate Run Elementary School, and National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) newly named Zone 5 Director.
Sep 25, 2024•21 min•Season 6Ep. 188
Welcome to the Indiana Association of School Principals Advocacy Podcast. This week, IASP Assistant Executive Director Cindy Long shares another episode of pivotal insights and updates regarding educational legislation and implementation in Indiana. Principals Steve Baker and Amy Niemeier discuss SEA 282 and the implementation of the new attendance mandates in their respective schools. Don’t miss these insights and ideas that can lead to community involvement and ultimately student achievement!...
Sep 20, 2024•22 min
Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Mrs. Kristen Peterson, IASP AP Liaison, Rachel Fry, and John Westra as they share how Penn High School onboards for success with their students.
Sep 18, 2024•22 min•Season 6Ep. 187
Welcome to the Indiana Association of School Principals Advocacy Podcast. This week, IASP Assistant Executive Director, shares another episode of pivotal insights and updates regarding educational legislation and implementation in Indiana. This week's episode features IASP Executive Director, Dr. Todd Bess discussing the September 11, 2024, State Board of Education meeting.
Sep 13, 2024•25 min
Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Mrs. Aimee Lunsford and Dr. Tiffany D. Barrett, as they share about the Empowering Excellence Series and how it connects to our leadership journey. This is the first of an 8 part series that will continue throughout this year to provide deep insights into leadership.
Sep 11, 2024•24 min•Season 6Ep. 186
Welcome back to the IASP Advocacy Podcast - your weekly portal to insights and updates regarding education legislation and implementation. This week host Cindy Long spends time reviewing laws that have gone into effect for the 24-25 school year.
Sep 06, 2024•17 min
Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Mr. Randy Maurer as he shares the intentionality and self-awareness it takes to lead a building.
Sep 04, 2024•18 min•Season 6Ep. 185
Welcome back to the IASP Advocacy Podcast - your weekly portal to insights and updates regarding education legislation and implementation. This week host Cindy Long interviews Dave Strouse, Batesville Middle School Principal and IASP’s representative with NASSP. Dave brings an update from his bimonthly NASSP meeting. Don’t miss this info on Title IX, E-Rate Funding, and financial appropriations.
Aug 30, 2024•17 min
Welcome to the IASP Leadership Podcast, where we dive deeper into the art and science of effective leadership. Join us as we empower YOU to lead with impact! On today's episode, we are blessed to have Mr. Jim Condon with us. Jim has served as a mentor for various programs and is a long-time member of IASP.
Aug 28, 2024•23 min•Season 6Ep. 184
Aug 23, 2024•24 min
Welcome to the IASP Leadership Podcast, where we dive deeper into the art and science of effective leadership. Join us as we empower YOU to lead with impact! On today's episode, we have our newly named Assistant Principal Liaison, Mrs. Kristen Peterson, and her team including Gretchen Arthur, Johanna Hess and Angela Grayson with us for our “through the Assistant Principal Lens” series as we kick off the year.
Aug 21, 2024•18 min•Season 6Ep. 183
Welcome back to the IASP Advocacy Podcast - your weekly portal to insights and updates regarding education legislation and implementation. This week, you’ll hear from Cindy Long and Dr. Todd Bess recap the Indiana State Board of Education meeting that occurred on August 14. Learn about Indiana I-Read 3 results and intervention plans, as well as the 2nd version of the Indiana High School graduation requirements redesign!
Aug 16, 2024•33 min
Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Dr. Holly Arnold, as she kicks off the new year as IASP president.
Aug 14, 2024•10 min•Season 6Ep. 182
Join us for an introduction with our new host, Cindy Long! Cindy will be discussing her adventures in the world of advocacy.
Aug 09, 2024•9 min
Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from our new Assistant Executive Director, Mrs. Cindy Long, as we welcome her to IASP!
Aug 07, 2024•4 min•Season 6Ep. 181
Welcome to the IASP Leadership Podcast, where we dive deeper into the art and science of effective leadership. Join us as we explore actionable insights, thought-provoking discussions, and real-world experiences that empower you to lead with impact. On today's episode, we have Dr. Holly Arnold, IASP President with us to share some of her BEST of the 2023-2024 school year.
Jun 26, 2024•12 min•Season 5Ep. 180
Tim McRoberts records his final episode as the host of the IASP Advocacy Podcast
Jun 19, 2024•17 min•Ep. 75
Welcome to the IASP Leadership Podcast, where we dive deeper into the art and science of effective leadership. Join us as we explore actionable insights, thought-provoking discussions, and real-world experiences that empower you to lead with impact. On today's episode, we haVe Jenni Matasovsky with us to share some of her BEST of the 2023-2024 school year.
Jun 19, 2024•17 min•Season 5Ep. 179
Today, I will bring you my NINE lessons learned in nine years of Advocacy with IASP!
Jun 13, 2024•20 min•Ep. 74
Welcome to the IASP Leadership Podcast, where we dive deeper into the art and science of effective leadership. Join us as we explore actionable insights, thought-provoking discussions, and real-world experiences that empower you to lead with impact. On today's episode, we have our new IASP Vice President, Mr. Bret Bailey joining us to share some of his favorites from this school year as part of our annual "BEST OF" series.
Jun 12, 2024•11 min•Season 5Ep. 178
IASP Executive Director Dr. Todd Bess provides an update from the June 5 State Board of Education meeting.
Jun 07, 2024•13 min•Ep. 73