Mike is a principal of a pre-K–8 school. He is a great principal and also really great at using technology in unique ways. You can follow him on Twitter (@Techedvance). Spending a few minutes on his web site will teach you a ton about how to use technology to improve your professional practice.

• How Mike got into administration.
• The difference between public schools and private (religious) schools. Doing more with less. Relying on fundraising.
• We need to strike the right balance between instructional leadership and all the other stuff we are tempted to spend our time on.
• The most important aspects of Mike’s leadership.
• There is a little more flexibility in how things are done in the private school, and they are able to meet the needs differently.
• How to challenge teachers to do better.
• Hiring makes a huge difference.
• We give teachers tools and an opportunity to learn on their own, share with their colleagues and grow.
• What kind of people Mike is looking for as teachers: What is it about this age group of students that makes you want to teach them?
• Systematic Podcast appearance
• Mac Power Users Podcast appearance.
• Why Mike likes to share what he is learning and doing.
• The podcasts Mike listens to: 5by5 network (MPU, Back to Work, Systematic). Out of School, 99 percent invisible, Workflowing.

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