IASP Podcast

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

HB 1001, 1042, 1104, 1233, 1380 SB 1, 6, 185, 202, 270

Recap from first half of session and bills that have survived and advanced to  the other chamber!

SB 48,128, 141, 211,214, 282, 287

HB 1243, 1073, 1137, 1179, 1304, 1262 SB 6, 8, 50, 185, 202, 212, 270

HB 1243, 1104, 1233, 1380 SB 1, 6, 8,154,185

Welcome to our 7th season!  Today's episode will cover the House Education Comm meeting on 1/10/24.  Dr. Bess joins to talk about HB 1001, 1002, 1042, and 1243.

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.  On today's episode, we have Andy Allen, Principal at Batesville High School and President-Elect with us today to share some highlights as part of our BEST of series to round out the year.  This series is a highlight reel of all things good in education and today, we can’t wait to hear from Mr. Allen’s perspective!