In this episode we are joined by the admin team from Mountain Vista Community School led by 2025 Colorado AP of the Year for Middle Schools (Now Principal) Nicole Paxton. We discuss how the school used cognitive shifts to create systems and structures that produced academic successes.
In this episode we are joined by National High School Assistant Principal of the Year Saani Perry. Saani is a South Carolina administrator who has produced academic success through creating a positive school climate geared around wellness.
In this episode we are joined by a special guest Principal Kafele. He is a former educator and administrator who has written numerous books and provided professional development on instructional leadership to thousands. We get to talk with Principal Kafele about his career in education and how he helps others be the best they can for their schools and communities. This is a must listen. Enjoy.
In this episode, we’re joined by our former colleagues Adam Johnson and Jamie Harris, both high school administrators. Together, we share our preparation and concerns for the upcoming school year, while we also explore the positive and negative impacts of AI on education.
In this episode we discuss modeling best practices through peer observations with National High School Principal of the Year, Tony Cattani.
In this episode we are joined by Rahsheem "Rocky" Hollis, High School Assistant Principal of the Year for the state of Delaware. We are discussing how to create and hold our school communities to high expectations.
In this episode we discuss school culture and how to create change with National Middle School Principal of the Year, Dr. Damon Lewis.
In this episode we are joined by three teachers (Nina King, Juanita Crispin, and Akisha Maddox) who help us discuss what teachers want and need from their admins.
In this episode we are joined by two of Missouri's finest administrators, John Boyd and Randy Oliver. We will discuss how to create unforgettable experiences for all members of the school community while getting student, staff, and parent voice in the process.
In this episode we discuss high school academics with Connecticut's Assistant Principal of the Year for High Schools, LaShante James. We will look into the benefits and drawbacks of ECE Courses along with AP courses. Lastly, we will discuss tracking.
In this episode we look back at all the successes from this school year. We also look ahead to the summer and what work needs to be completed before the start of the next school year.
In this episode we discuss all aspects of school safety (Physically, Emotionally, and Mentally) and how it may be similar or different from state to state. We also have a guest on the podcast, Justin Tucker. Justin Tucker was the 2025 Middle School Assistant Principal of the Year for Indiana and a National Assistant Principal of the Year Finalist.
In this episode we will discuss the differences between culture and climate. We will also discuss strategies we have used to empower the school community which will then improve the climate and culture of your building.
A member of the podcast was named Connecticut Assistant Principal of the Year for Middle Schools! In this episode we will discuss the award and what advice we would give to another administrator looking to make change in their building.
Today we discuss our hiring and recruitment processes. What we look for and how we perform our interviews.
In this episode we discuss trying to find a work life balance. To no one's surprise, we can't.
Today we discuss beliefs around discipline and how restorative practices are viewed in education.
In this episode we discuss an experience Dez had as an administrator. We will talk about how he handled the situation and how his school rallied behind him.
Today we take a look at equity and how the world of education perceives it. We look into our own practices and how we have grown over the years.
In our first episode we take some time to discuss why we became educators and who helped guide are journey in this field.