IASP Podcast

Season 7, Episode 229 – Celebrating Indiana's 2025 Principals & Assistant Principal of the Year Join Dr. Tiffany D. Barrett on this special episode of the IASP Leadership Podcast as we proudly introduce the 2025 Indiana Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year honorees: • Josiah Parker – Assistant Principal of the Year • Todd Reagan – Elementary Principal of the Year • Tom Hakim – Middle School Principal of the Year • Amy Boone – High School Principal of the Year These outstanding leaders share what drives their passion for leadership and the one thing they are most proud of in their schools. Their stories highlight the dedication, care, and innovation that make Indiana's schools exceptional. Tune in and help us celebrate this year's recipients—leaders who exemplify excellence in every way. LEAD On, Indiana!  

In this powerful episode of the IASP Leadership Podcast, Dr. Tiffany D. Barrett sits down with bestselling author and keynote speaker Damon West, whose inspirational message of transformation and resilience has touched audiences around the world. As the closing keynote speaker for the upcoming IASP Fall Professionals Conference, Damon shares insights from his Be a Coffee Bean philosophy — a mindset that challenges leaders to turn adversity into opportunity and pressure into positive change. Listen as Damon and Dr. Barrett discuss leadership under pressure, creating school culture from within, and how educators can "be the coffee bean" for their teams and students. 🎙️ IASP Fall Professionals Conference 📍 JW Marriott | Indianapolis, IN 📅 November 23–24, 2025 💡 Learn more at www.iasp.org

In this episode of the IASP Leadership Podcast, Dr. Tiffany Barrett and IASP AP Liaison Kristen Peterson welcome Stacey Brown, Associate Principal at Hamilton Southeastern High School. Stacey reflects on her Indianagram article, Thankful, Grateful, Blessed, sharing how choosing gratitude each day brings hope, joy, and purpose to school leadership. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that will leave you inspired to notice the good—and lead with gratitude. 🎙️ IASP Leadership Podcast — Unlocking insights and inspiring growth. LEAD On, Indiana!

In this inspiring episode of the IASP Leadership Podcast, Dr. Tiffany Barrett sits down with Graciela Miranda, the 2025 Indiana Teacher of the Year and breakout speaker at the upcoming Women in Education (WE) Conference. Graciela shares her journey into education, the accomplishments that fill her with pride, and the passion that fuels her every day in the classroom. She also gives listeners a sneak peek into her upcoming Lightning Round sessions at the Assistant Principals and Fall Professionals Conferences—and her empowering message for women leaders at the WE Conference this February. 🎧 Tune in, be inspired, and discover why Graciela's story embodies the heart of Indiana education. #IASPleadership #IndianaTOY #WEconference #LeadOnIndiana

In this episode of the IASP Leadership Podcast, Dr. Tiffany Barrett sits down with Steve Baker, past IASP President and new INALI mentor, to explore the transformative power of mentorship in school leadership. Steve shares his experiences, advice for new administrators joining INALI Cohort 13, and an inspiring call for seasoned and retired leaders to consider mentoring through IASP. Whether you're beginning your leadership journey or looking to give back, this episode will leave you motivated to Lead On, Indiana!

In this episode of the IASP Leadership Podcast, Dr. Tiffany D. Barrett sits down with Dr. Todd Bess, Executive Director of the Indiana Association of School Principals, to discuss current leadership trends, the upcoming IASP Fall Conferences, and the power of connection among Indiana school leaders. Together, they explore how the School Leader Paradigm (SLP) continues to shape professional growth across the state and how administrators can bring it to life in their daily practice. 🎧 Listen now for inspiration, insight, and a renewed sense of purpose as we move into conference season! 🔗 Register for the IASP Assistant Principals and Fall Professionals Conferences 📘 Download the IASP School Leader Paradigm (SLP): https://www.iasp.org/slp 

In this inspiring episode, Dr. Hardy shares his journey from classroom teacher to nationally recognized principal, offers real-world strategies for increasing your leadership impact, and gives us a sneak peek into his keynote, "Leading Where It Matters Most: The Assistant Principal's Path to Impact." 🌟 IASP Fall Conferences – Register Today! Whether you're a veteran or new to your role, the Fall Conference and Assistant Principals Conference are designed to empower, equip, and elevate your leadership. Don't miss the chance to connect with passionate educators and hear from transformational leaders like Dr. Hardy. 📅 Register now for the IASP Fall and AP Conferences: 👉 www.iasp.org/conferences We can't wait to learn and lead alongside you!

Dear IASP Members, I'm excited to share our latest episode of the IASP Leadership Podcast: From the AP Lens: A Look Ahead 2.0 – The New Diploma and Special Populations. This conversation lifts the voices of assistant principals and centers on what matters most—our students. In this episode, I sit down with Kristen Peterson (Chesterton HS) and Kyle Owens (Danville CHS), two passionate leaders who contributed to the October Indianagram. Together, we explore how Indiana's new diploma is shaping planning, communication, and inclusive practices—especially for our students with IEPs, ILPs, and emerging multilingual backgrounds. This episode is packed with ideas, strategies, and encouragement. Whether you're just beginning to unpack the new requirements or you're already leading change in your building, I think you'll find this episode helpful, hopeful, and grounded in real-world leadership. Lead on, Dr. Tiffany Barrett Assistant Executive Director Indiana Association of School Principals

Tune in to the latest IASP Leadership Podcast as Cindy Long and I walk you through this fall's can't-miss programs and events—what's new, what to expect, and how to get the most out of your membership. We highlight the Assistant Principals Conference, the Fall Professionals Conference, student programs (including Cheer), plus special features like Reel Impact and the Petteri Elo event. In 10 quick minutes, you'll get dates, pro tips, and easy next steps to register and share with your team.  

🎙️ IASP Leadership Podcast: Special Guest Tom Murray We're excited to welcome Thomas C. Murray, award-winning author, thought leader, and one of the nation's most sought-after voices in education, to the IASP Leadership Podcast! Tom will be joining us at the IASP Fall Conference, November 23–25, 2025, as our opening keynote speaker with Shifting Mindsets: Creating a Culture of Innovation and leading a breakout session on The Best Principals are Great Communicators! Tom has been recognized as one of the nation's "Top 30 Education Leaders to Watch" by Educator Magazine and was named the "Education Policy Person of the Year" by the Academy of Arts and Sciences. His work has impacted educators across the country, blending humor, heart, and practical strategies that leaders can immediately put into practice. In this special podcast episode, Tom gives us a sneak peek into his keynote and breakout, sharing how school leaders can: Build cultures where students and staff thrive Overcome fear and "fail forward" Communicate with clarity and purpose 📅 Don't miss this inspiring conversation—listen today and get excited for the Fall Conference! Haven't registered yet? Now is the time! 🔗 Register for the Fall Conference Dr. Tiffany D. Barrett Assistant Executive Director, IASP Host, IASP Leadership Podcast

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, Associate Principal at Chesterton High School and IASP Assistant Principal Liaison, along with Mr. Craig Bruns and Mrs. Robyn Witty, both Assistant Principals at Greenwood Community High School. Together, they co-authored this month's Through the AP Lens article, Looking Ahead: Transforming Obligations into Opportunities Amidst Change and we are excited to explore it together today.

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. Jen Schawnke, upcoming IASP Assistant Principals Opening Keynote Speaker. Leading with heart. Handling conflict with confidence. Protecting our joy in the middle of constant demands. If that sounds like exactly what you need, you'll love this preview of our opening keynote with Dr. Jen Schwanke at the IASP Assistant Principals Conference on November 20, 2025, at the JW Marriott, Indianapolis. We highlight takeaways from her keynote, "Leading with Heart,"—school climate, authentic support, work–life integration, and self-care—and her breakout, "Conflict Management for Assistant Principals," featuring the practical anticipate–analyze–act approach. Tune in for inspiration and ready-to-use strategies, then make plans to join us on November 20. Click to register!

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership Podcast—a weekly production bringing you short, sweet nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for your leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Damon West, author of The Coffee Bean and an incredible voice on resilience, transformation, and leadership. And here's the exciting part—Damon will be joining us live as the keynote speaker at the IASP Fall Professionals Conference, closing us out on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis. Registration is now open, and you don't want to miss him! Now, let's dive into this powerful conversation with Damon West. Click to register for the conference!

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, Dr. Tiffany D. Barrett shares a few of her favorite time management tips and tricks to help start your year off strong.

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 Assistant Principal Liaison and Associate Principal at Chesterton HS, Mrs. Kristen Peterson, as she shares her article, "From the AP Lens: Using the S.A.N.I.T.Y. Blueprint to Kick Off the Year!"  

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. Andy Allen, our newly inducted IASP President, as he shares his vision for the 2025-2026 year.

Final Summary of 2024 Legislative Session

HEA 1042, 1104, 1233 SEA 1, 6, 185 HB 1001, 1004, 1137, 1243 SB 8, 211, 282

HB 1073, 1137, 1243 SB 1, 8, 211, 282

HB 1001, 1002, 1137, 1179, 1243, 1304, 1380 SB 8, 202, 48, 211, 212, 282