South Australian Primary Principal Association

This Podcast is designed for Primary School Principals of South Australia. Where we will cover emerging issues, tricks and tips in navigating one of the best professions in the world... a Primary School Principal.

Episode 44 - Navigating the School Budget with John Iannunzio of Magill School

Join John Iannunzio from Magill School as he shares his tips and tricks on creating and navigating the School Budget and allocation of our most precious resource... people.

09-23
43:28

Episode 43 - Tracey Ezard. Great leaders lead with head and heart.

Join Tracey Ezard, author, educator and keynote speaker, where she shares her thoughts on how educators should embrace challenges, maintain optimism and show empathy to their staff. You can see more at https://www.traceyezard.com/

08-12
43:14

Episode 42 - Marina Elliott, Executive Director People and Culture take 2.

Marina discusses the changes to Band A leader classification, the changes in index of educational disadvantage for schools, Professional learning in South Australia and how leaders can use their Perspective data to improve and celebrate culture.

08-05
47:16

Episode 41 - Tips to finish 2025 with Jules and Ads.

Join us for another instalment of the Jules and Ads show as we discuss what we are going to focus on for the remainder of the year, plus tips and tricks for new (and experienced) leaders... And we don't always agree...

07-23
43:36

Episode 40 - Jules and Ads show - Boosting productivity, solving problems for DfE and replacing teachers.

For the first time in 2025 the Jules and Ads show is back. We tackle productivity issues, replacing teachers in the yard and we rant about a 'simple' issue that can be solved by DfE.

06-04
35:07

Episode 39 - Dan Hughes, Chief Information Officer talks Edchat.

If you love using AI... or are confused in what it can do, tune in to hear Dan Hughes talk about the International award winning EdChat and how it came to fruition.Dan also shares the importance of assisting teachers in everything that he does as well as co-designing the future.

04-12
41:41

Episode 38 - India Lennerth talks Inclusive Education

Join us where the Assistant Director of Inclusive Teaching and Learning, India Lennerth talks all things IESP. India is a dedicated educator and her knowledge around inclusive education and passion to review and improve system processes is commendable. This episode is not one to miss.

02-10
40:49

Episode 37 - 2024 wrap/rant with the Jules and Ads Show

In this episode Julie Murphy from Elizabeth Vale and Adam Wilson from Stirling North talk about the new Site Improvement Plan, the new SA Curriculum, data worth collecting and a quick rant on building a resilient society.

12-16
52:11

Episode 36 - Marina Elliott, Executive Director, People and Culture

Explore the thoughts of Marina Elliott as she unpacks ways to solve the teacher shortage whilst also unpacking why our HR system needs to be flexible in approaching staffing across our state. The national teacher shortage is real, with schools struggling to fill positions. This episode highlights the importance to think creatively to battle this real issue.

11-23
40:55

Episode 35 - Ash Manuel, Growing with Gratitude

Join Ash Manuel, a wellbeing expert, as he unpacks the Wellbeing area of impact and provides strategies on how it be implemented across your school. https://growingwithgratitude.com.au/

11-12
32:31

Episode 34 - Making mistakes with Marg Clark

In this episode both Marg Clark and Adam Wilson share some of the many mistakes that they have made in their leadership journey. It's not a smooth ride in leadership and making mistakes should be celebrated, not hidden away.

10-23
37:07

Episode 33 - Learner Agency expert, Natalie See from Hilltop Road Public School

Nat See from Hilltop Road Public School in NSW shares her wisdom regarding the exciting changes and initiatives that she has made at her school regarding Learner Agency.

10-19
32:29

Episode 32 - APPA Conference in Christchurch, New Zealand

We took the roving microphone to Christchurch, New Zealand to join the Trans Tasman Principal conference. The New Zealand culture is amazing and our hosts were so welcoming.

09-21
50:52

Episode 31 - Angela Falkenberg APPA President

Join Angela as she discusses what is happening across the nation as well as her take on her 'dream' school.

09-03
50:53

Episode 30 - Can we have robust conversations? - Jules and Ads show take 3.

Join Julie Murphy from Elizabeth Vale where we talk about how we promote robust conversations in the staff room, we unpack why we should promote Public Education and the segment "Yeah - Nah" is back.

07-26
48:31

Episode 29 - Adam Voigt from Real Schools

Adam speaks about what needs to occur to address teacher retention, student improvement and bringing the joy back to the profession of teaching. https://realschools.com.au/

07-12
39:52

Episode 28 - Sue Cridge from The Connection, Social Ventures Australia

Tune in to hear an expert in 'Networks' talk about what makes up the perfect learning and educational network and how we are embracing this in South Australia.

07-03
43:50

Episode 27 - Mid-year intake with Paul Taylor and Josh Anderson

This episode we talk with Paul Taylor from Happy Valley Primary School and Josh Anderson from McLaren Flat Primary School. Both principals share their journey, vision and plans for their youngest students joining next Term.

06-05
36:36

Episode 26 - Line up, sit still and face the front - it's the Jules and Ads show take 2.

We need discipline... or do we? Should explicit teaching over power Investigation learning? Can we make the teaching profession attractive again? These questions and more are answered on the Jules and Ads show take 2.

04-30
36:48

Episode 25 - Our 2024 President updates our SAPPA community.

Join us in hearing from Tobias O'Connor as he provides a vital update for the 2024 school year.

04-10
39:24

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