It’s Friday and that means it is time for an encore episode! This week’s encore episode is on from 2020, featuring Dr. Anthony Muhammad. Check out the original post here, or listen to the episode wherever you get your podcasts! This episode is full of great advice for leaders and is as relevant today as […] The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP202: Transforming School Cultures with Dr. Anthony Muhammad appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Feb 07, 2025•35 min
A Quick Note to Listeners: —- The Question of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks. Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What’s your summer math plan this year? A great way to start is by ordering FREE summer workbook samples at Summer Pops Workbooks.com. —- Before […] The post PMP434: Power Engage with Carlos Johnson appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Feb 05, 2025•39 min
In this week’s episode of Monday Matters, Will and Jen talk about time spent and 5 areas of trust. Upcoming Events: If you’re going to be in St George, Utah, February 12-14, 2025, let Jen know as she’s speaking at the Utah Association of Elementary School Principals. Will has some upcoming PD in Columbus, Ohio. […] The post MONDAY MATTERS – Time Spent and 5 Areas of Trust appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Feb 03, 2025•12 min
Happy Friday! This week I am sharing out an old episode from 2021. In it, Jen and I answer a listener question about managing people who ‘stir the pot’ – teachers or faculty who gossip or cause drama. Check out the original blog post now to learn more about the episode! Thank you for doing […] The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP273: How to Manage When Someone is ‘Stirring the Pot’ appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 31, 2025•24 min
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 of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks. Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What’s your summer math plan this year? A […] The post PMP433: The Benefits of Building Trust with Brent Jaco appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 29, 2025•42 min
In this week’s check-in, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker discuss habits and intentions surrounding commitments to your well-being as a leader. Both of them share reflections on seasons in life, challenges we face in our personal and professional lives, and ways to stay present in our mindsets and practices. You can stay connected with our […] The post MONDAY MATTERS – Your Well-Being and Meet Cherith Aven, OKED Run Club appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 27, 2025•19 min
Happy Friday! This week, the episode I have chosen to share from the Principal Matters archive is PMP283: How to be a Transformative Principal with Jethro Jones. We talk about self-care and growth for leaders, along with the challenges that school leaders face on a day-to-day basis. Click on the link above to read the […] The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP283: How to Be a Transformative Principal with Jethro Jones appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 24, 2025•37 min
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 of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks. Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What’s your summer math plan this year? A […] The post PMP432: Be the Shift with Joshua Yeager appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 22, 2025•43 min
I’ve been thinking about some of the tensions leaders feel when trying to guide improvement among students and teachers. In a recent interview with David Yeager, author of 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People: A Groundbreaking Approach to Leading the Next Generation―And Making Your Own Life Easier, we discussed how good classroom […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Crucial Conversations vs. Super Star Phrasing appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 20, 2025•13 min
Happy Friday! This week we are re-releasing an archival episode, from 2022, where Jen Schwanke joins me to discuss her book, You’re the Principal, Now What? Check out this link to read the original blog post about PMP304 or listen in wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for doing what matters! The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP304: You’re the Principal, Now What? Revisited Part 1 appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 17, 2025•29 min
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 of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks. Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What’s your summer math plan this year? A […] The post PMP431: Connecting Leaders with Ross Romano and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 15, 2025•43 min
In this week’s Monday Matters, Jen and Will talk about the challenge of the work of any educator, in knowing you are making a meaningful impact, not just a good impression. Upcoming Events If you’re going to be in St George, Utah, February 12-14, 2025, let Jen know as she’s speaking at the Utah Association […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen and Will – Impact vs Impression appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 13, 2025•14 min
Hello listeners! This Friday marks the first Friday that Principal Matters is starting to share out some archival content. We have over 400 episodes worth of content! That is a lot of content for listeners to work through, so we are sharing some old episodes in hopes that new and old listeners alike will find […] The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP197: 10 Tips for New Assistant Principals appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 10, 2025•40 min
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 can leaders feel heard and ensure that responses lead to meaningful change, rather than seeming like a waste of time? Listen in for our response and thank you for […] The post PMP430: Culturizing for Impact with Cale Birk appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 08, 2025•52 min
In this week’s episode, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker discuss the new weekly show providing listeners some current updates on professional development they are offering to educators. They also discuss topics they come across when coaching or serving education leaders. In the weeks ahead, they plan to talk about topics like: What’s Coming Up in […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen and Will – What is Monday Matters? appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 06, 2025•9 min
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: What strategies help maintain focus on long-term vision and direction in the face of daily challenges? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Jeff […] The post PMP429: Finding Solutions with Jeff Jones appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Jan 01, 2025•50 min
Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year! We are sharing our weekly episode early this week to avoid intruding on your holidays. In this episode, Will and Jen both share some favorite Christmas memories. Listen to the end, however, for some heartfelt aspirations and hopes for the New Year. We would love to hear from you. […] The post PMP428: What’s Happened in 2024 and What’s Next for Principal Matters? appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Dec 23, 2024•32 min
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 leaders know when to protect staff from initiatives (buffer) and when to connect to initiatives that are handed down to them? Listen in for our response and thank […] The post PMP427: The Fulcrum Position in Education with Olina Banerji appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Dec 18, 2024•46 min
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 navigate bureaucracy, especially with frequent shifts in focus that make previous efforts seem irrelevant? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet […] The post PMP426: What Makes a Great Principal with George Couros appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Dec 11, 2024•57 min
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 handle the tendency to catastrophize, which can drain energy and focus? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Kenny Rodrequez Dr. […] The post PMP425: The Power of Engagement with Dr. Kenny Rodrequez appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Dec 04, 2024•52 min
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: What strategies work best when dealing with others who are resistant to growth? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! The Principal as a Mentor […] The post PMP424: Principal as Mentor and Coach with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Nov 27, 2024•40 min
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: What are the best practices for improving communication and fostering a sense of ownership among staff? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Garth […] The post PMP423: Extinguishing Fires Within Assessment and Grading Reform with Garth Larson appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Nov 20, 2024•50 min
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 can I use time effectively while also making time for self-care? Here’s a free resource Will refers to by Michael Hyatt: https://assessments.fullfocus.co/lifescore/ Also, check out Will’s book, Pause. Breathe. […] The post PMP422: Pathway for Mindful Teachers with Danielle Nuhfer appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Nov 13, 2024•42 min
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 can I exercise my voice as a ‘guardian’ without coming off as ‘challenging’? Will refers to a resource The 5 Voices: How to Communicate Effectively with Everyone You Lead […] The post PMP421: Smarter Budgets, Smarter Schools with Nate Levenson and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Nov 06, 2024•43 min
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 help teachers keep their ‘Why’ in the forefront of their minds? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! David Yeager, PhD, is a […] The post PMP420: Mentoring Mindset with David Yeager appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Oct 30, 2024•41 min
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 create schedules for observing teachers in advance? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Dr. Jim Van Allan Dr. Jim Van […] The post PMP419: Energy Bus for Schools with Dr. Jim Van Allan and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Oct 23, 2024•46 min
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: What are some best practices in other school buildings to “flatten the walls of the school”? Where did you start on this journey/process? [The idea of flattening the walls means […] The post PMP418: Maintaining Your Passion with Wes Cottongim appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Oct 16, 2024•45 min
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 manage displacement conversations after teachers find out they are not returning? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet David James David […] The post PMP417: How To Design Smarter Schedules with David James appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Oct 09, 2024
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: What’s the best way to find a ‘balanced’ leadership team when interviewing? It’s hard sometimes to go ‘deep’ and really see who people are in a formal interview. Will mentions […] The post PMP416: Every Student Has a Name with Will Parker and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Oct 02, 2024
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: We are entering a new quarter. If boundaries need to be reset, what do you suggest? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Frederick […] The post PMP415: Reclaiming Purpose with Frederick Buskey appeared first on Principal Matters ....
Sep 25, 2024•42 min
