A quick note to listeners: Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response. The question is: How do you drill down the big buckets in assigning key responsibility areas to the individual involvement of the team? Example: Testing can be led by 1 but is a […] The post PMP414: Managing Your Priorities with Mark Shellinger appeared first on Principal Matters ....
A quick note to listeners: Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response. The question is: How do I identify the people I can trust to support me or assign positions of management? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet […] The post PMP413: The Art of Transformational Coaching with Elena Aguilar appeared first on Principal Matters ....
A quick note to listeners: Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered another listener question in a 5-minute response. The question is: What would you say is the most high-leverage action new principals can take when they begin? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Dr. Rachel […] The post PMP412: The Principal’s Journey with Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket appeared first on Principal Matters ....
A quick note to listeners: Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered another listener question in a 5-minute response. The question is: I’d love to know more about how to set boundaries that help with individual self-care. Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Kurtis Hewson is […] The post PMP411: Collaborative Response with Kurtis Hewson appeared first on Principal Matters ....
A quick note to listeners: Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered an exit-ticket question in a 5-minute response. The question is: Reflection on my own leadership strengths and weaknesses: How do they correlate with my current team? Additional ways to grow as a leader. Listen in for our response and thank […] The post PMP410: Innovation in Leadership with Bobby Dodd appeared first on Principal Matters ....
A quick note to listeners: Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response. The question is: How do I coach a veteran (relatively) effective teacher who is reluctant to implement something new? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Andrew McPeak […] The post PMP409: Ready for Real Life with Andrew McPeak appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan is the founder and owner/operator of Dr. Karen, LLC, a company focused on empowering therapists and educators to design interventions that support language, literacy, and executive functioning. She has a doctorate in Special Education and Director of Special Education and Assistive Technology credentials from Illinois State University, as well as a master’s […] The post PMP408: De Facto Leadership with Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan and Dr. Jen Schwanke appeared first on Princip...
This week Jen Schwanke hosts guest educator Justin Baeder, author and veteran instructional leader, and takeaways from his newest book Mapping Professional Practice: How to Develop Instructional Frameworks to Support Teacher Growth (2022), a book co-authored with Heather Bell-Williams. Justin shares his practical takes on accountability and the careful dance of driving school improvement. Discover […] The post PMP407: Supporting Teacher Growth with Justin Baeder and Jen Schwanke appeared first o...
Tim Villegas is the Director of Communications for the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education. He is also the founder of Think Inclusive, which is the blog, podcast, and social media handle of MCIE. He has 16 years of experience in public education as a teacher and district support specialist. His focus now is on how […] The post PMP406: Thinking Inclusive with Tim Villegas appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Anne-Marie Maw is an educator who has worked in schools for over 25 years as a classroom teacher and school leader across a range of schools in Australia. Currently, she is the principal of St. Agatha’s Primary School in the northeast suburbs of Brisbane which is the capital city of the state of Queensland in […] The post PMP405: Building Capacity in Your Leadership with Anne-Marie Maw appeared first on Principal Matters ....
This week, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker tackle a question from an education leader: “As a principal, how can you monitor and ensure adherence to expected standards and outcomes in a way that is supportive rather than punitive, and fosters a culture of accountability?” Key Points from Jen Schwanke: Insights from Will Parker: Practical Systems […] The post PMP404: Managing Expectations and Accountability with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters ....
If you’ve not yet heard of Principal Kafele, this podcast captures him in a conversation with Dr. Jen Schwanke—a conversation that gets to the heart of why he is one of the most distinguished and transformational speakers and leaders of our generation. A highly-regarded urban educator in New Jersey for over twenty years, Principal Baruti […] The post PMP403: Be the Change with Principal Baruti Kafele and Dr. Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Dr. Todd Dain has significantly shaped education over a 30-year career, currently leading Shawnee Mission South High School in Overland Park, Kansas, since 2015. With a foundation in education from Emporia State and Baker University, he’s held roles as a teacher, coach, and administrator. His leadership is acknowledged beyond the school through his involvement in […] The post PMP402: Building Trust with Dr. Todd Dain appeared first on Principal Matters ....
In this week’s episode, I talk to Lewis Bradford and three of his administrative team members, Jessica Hodges, Benny Bullock, and David Jones at Northwest Rankin High School in Flowood, Mississippi. On October 23, 2023, I was privileged to visit Northwest Rankin High School. Afterward, I invited Lewis to record a podcast episode together, and […] The post PMP401: Inspiring and Developing Others with Northwest Rankin High School Admin Team appeared first on Principal Matters ....
In this week’s episode, Dr. Jen Schwanke and I celebrate 400 episodes of the Principal Matters Podcast. We stroll down memory lane, reminiscing about 10-plus years of producing Principal Matters content. This podcast was created as an outlet for lessons I learned as an assistant principal and principal. Over the years, it has become a […] The post PMP400: Celebrating 10+ Years of Principal Matters appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Hello, Friends! It’s Will Parker here from Principal Matters: The School Leader’s Podcast. We’re excited to announce that we’re approaching our 400th episode! Can you believe it? To make this milestone even more special, we’d love to hear from you. If this podcast has inspired, helped, or encouraged you, would you consider sharing your thoughts […] The post PMP399: Boundary Setting for Leaders and Educators with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Hello, Friends! It’s Will Parker here from Principal Matters: The School Leader’s Podcast. We’re excited to announce that we’re approaching our 400th episode! Can you believe it? To make this milestone even more special, we’d love to hear from you. If this podcast has inspired, helped, or encouraged you, would you consider sharing your thoughts […] The post PMP398: Leveraging Executive Internal Communication for Stronger Brands with Brittany Keil appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Hello, Friends! It’s Will Parker here from Principal Matters: The School Leader’s Podcast. We’re excited to announce that we’re approaching our 400th episode! Can you believe it? To make this milestone even more special, we’d love to hear from you. If this podcast has inspired, helped, or encouraged you, would you consider sharing your thoughts […] The post PMP397: Maximizing Feedback to Teachers with Molly Dexter, Brandon Mawhorter, and Kathleen Beckham appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Will You Help Us Celebrate?? Hello, Friends! It’s Will Parker here from Principal Matters: The School Leader’s Podcast. We’re excited to announce that we’re approaching our 400th episode! Can you believe it? To make this milestone even more special, we’d love to hear from you. If this podcast has inspired, helped, or encouraged you, would […] The post PMP396: Leadership Approaches to Conflict Resolution with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters ....
A few words from William D. Parker Hey everyone, William D. Parker here from Principal Matters: The School Leader’s Podcast. With over 1.4 million downloads and a decade of content for school leaders, our resources are always available for you at williamdparker.com. As we dive into May 2024, I’m reminded of the craziness this time […] The post PMP395: Embracing MESSY Leadership with Alyssa Gallagher and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters ....
In this episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Tomas, principal of North Valleys High School in Reno, Nevada. Beginning his career as a CTE teacher, Tomas spent a decade before transitioning into administration. His path is one of dedication and innovation, marked by achievements like establishing a signature academy and leading as the Past President of NACTE. Discover how Tomas's four pillars - self-care, high expectations, student connection, and personal growth - shape the culture at N...
Dr. Tameka D. Hyland is a transformative educational leader. As principal of Sherman Avenue Elementary, she and her team raised its grade from D to C and scored the second highest reading scores in Mississippi within two years. As the executive principal at Vicksburg High School, her team not only increased the graduation rate to […] The post PMP393: Turnaround Leadership with Dr. Tameka Hyland appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Hi, Friends. William D. Parker here. As you listen to this week’s show, you’re going to hear a powerful conversation Dr. Jen Schwanke has interviewing author and educator Kim Strobel. Kim Strobel is a motivational powerhouse, inspiring lives and organizations as a keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and happiness coach. Overcoming personal adversities, she embarked on […] The post PMP392: Small Steps to Big Joy with Kim Strobel and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Beau Brannon has served as principal of Union High School Freshman Academy, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, since the summer of 2022. Previously, he served four years as its assistant principal. A 2008 Muldrow High School alum, he ventured into college football at the University of Tulsa, then pursued his passion for education, earning a bachelor’s in […] The post PMP391: Hiring Tips from the Field with Principal Beau Brannon appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Dr. T.J. Vari is the Deputy Superintendent of the Appoquinimink School District. T.J. is a former middle school assistant principal and principal and former high school English teacher. His master’s degree is in School Leadership and his doctorate is in Innovation and Leadership. He holds several honors and distinctions, including his past appointment as President […] The post PMP390: Mindshifts for Leaders with Dr. T.J. Vari appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Naheed Bardai is the Principal of UWC Atlantic and arrived in south Wales in August 2021 from Upper Canada College in Toronto, where he was head of upper school for six years. Before that, he served as dean of students and senior school principal during his 10 years at the Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa, […] The post PMP389: Building a Systems Transformation Pathway with Naheed Bardai appeared first on Principal Matters ....
In this week’s episode, Dr. Jen Schwanke and William D. Parker delve into the complexities of decision-making, particularly in leadership roles. Both share insights and strategies to navigate the often murky waters of making the “right” decisions. Continuous Learning and Humility Will emphasizes the importance of humility in leadership, advocating for a mindset of constant […] The post PMP388: How Do You Know if You’re Making the Right Decision? – with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first...
In this week’s episode, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker talk about the word accountability. In education, this word can be perceived as both positive and negative. On the negative side, education has been the target of a lot of political discourse, beginning for many modern U.S. educators in the 1980’s with the report a Nation […] The post PMP387: Accountability – A Dirty Word or Essential? with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Melissa Barlow is in her eleventh year as Principal of Yukon High School in Yukon, Oklahoma. In her past two decades as an educator, she has taught both middle-level and high school science and math, as well as serving in the role of assistant principal. Barlow obtained her bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma State University and […] The post PMP386: Connecting Every Student to Caring Adults with Melissa Barlow appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Flip Flippen is a New York Times best-selling author, social entrepreneur, psychotherapist, and the founder and chairman of Capturing Kids’ Hearts, one of the largest educator training and team development companies in North America. Flip and his wife Susan were named Ernst & Young Entrepreneurs of the Year, making them the first couple to ever […] The post PMP385: Capturing Kids Hearts with Flip Flippen appeared first on Principal Matters ....
