Principal Matters: The School Leader's Podcast with William D. Parker

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Jim Van Allan, President of The Energy Bus for Schools, shares his expertise on building a positive school culture. He introduces seven key concepts that empower school leaders and foster collaboration among educators. Jim emphasizes the importance of sustainable professional development and innovative tools to enhance learning. Inspiring stories reveal how community engagement can transform struggling districts. Listeners will gain practical strategies to balance leadership challenges with visionary goals while energizing their schools.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What are some best practices in other school buildings to “flatten the walls of the school”? Where did you start on this journey/process? [The idea of flattening the walls means […] The post PMP418: Maintaining Your Passion with Wes Cottongim appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you manage displacement conversations after teachers find out they are not returning? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet David James David […] The post PMP417: How To Design Smarter Schedules with David James appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What’s the best way to find a ‘balanced’ leadership team when interviewing?  It’s hard sometimes to go ‘deep’ and really see who people are in a formal interview. Will mentions […] The post PMP416: Every Student Has a Name with Will Parker and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: We are entering a new quarter. If boundaries need to be reset, what do you suggest? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Frederick […] The post PMP415: Reclaiming Purpose with Frederick Buskey appeared first on Principal Matters.

Mark Shellinger, creator of the SAM process, discusses the complexities of principalship with host William D. Parker. He emphasizes the importance of time management and reflective practices to improve instructional focus. The conversation highlights strategies for effective team communication and documentation in leadership. Shellinger shares experiences on navigating leadership challenges, the power of positive feedback, and how empowering staff fosters a supportive school culture. His insights reflect the vital role principals play in enhancing educational outcomes.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do I identify the people I can trust to support me or assign positions of management? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet […] The post PMP413: The Art of Transformational Coaching with Elena Aguilar appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered another listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What would you say is the most high-leverage action new principals can take when they begin?  Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Dr. Rachel […] The post PMP412: The Principal’s Journey with Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered another listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: I’d love to know more about how to set boundaries that help with individual self-care.  Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Kurtis Hewson is […] The post PMP411: Collaborative Response with Kurtis Hewson appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered an exit-ticket question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: Reflection on my own leadership strengths and weaknesses: How do they correlate with my current team? Additional ways to grow as a leader. Listen in for our response and thank […] The post PMP410: Innovation in Leadership with Bobby Dodd appeared first on Principal Matters.