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

Principal Matters: The School Leader's Podcast with William D. Parker
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A Quick Note to Listeners:

Before this week’s episode, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke take some time to answer a listener question. This week’s question is:

How can we build and sustain trust with staff, students, and parents?

Listen in to hear thei... more

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Welcome back to Monday Matters! This week, Will and Jen tackle the topic of understanding your identity outside of your career. They discuss how this can be particularly challenging for mothers, who often carry the mental load of running their househ... more

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A Quick Note to Listeners:

Before this week’s interview, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke take some time to answer a listener question. This week’s question is:

What are the common pitfalls that keep principals from effectively leading instructional co... more

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Welcome back to Monday Matters! This week, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke take some time to talk about the difference between responsive vs. reactive leadership. This conversation was inspired by a thoughtful post written by Will, you can read it below... more

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Beau Brannon
Principal of Union High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma; previously led Union's Freshman Academy as both assistant principal and principal.
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Episode: PMP477: Lessons from Transition with Beau Brannon
Steve Ventura
Founder and President of Advanced Collaborative Solutions; Author of several influential books on educational strategies.
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Episode: PMP476: Leading a Community of Educators with Steve Ventura
Dr. Robert Kaiser
Principal of McLean High School with a commitment to equitable education
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Episode: PMP475: Lessons from the First Year with Dr. Robert Kaiser
Dr. Kate Anderson Foley
Founder and CEO of the Education Policy and Practice Group, renowned transformational leader, author, and international keynote speaker.
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Episode: PMP474: Radically Excellent School Improvement with Dr. Kate Anderson Foley
Darrin Peppard
Dynamic keynote speaker, leadership expert, and consultant with a passion for transforming organizational culture and developing leaders.
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Episode: PMP473: Road to Awesome with Darrin Peppard
Tyler Comeau
Visionary leader and advocate for transformational education, creative force behind the Elemental Educator podcast, and doctoral candidate focusing on leadership in education.
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Episode: PMP472: Elemental Educator with Tyler Comeau
Dr. Brandi Kelly
Award-winning educator, leadership coach, and author of Lead with HOPE. Building a System of Self-Efficacy
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Episode: PMP471: Lead with H.O.P.E with Dr. Brandi Kelly
Tim Villegas
Director of Communication for Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education and founder of Think Inclusive
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Hosts

William D. Parker
Host of Principal Matters, known for guiding school leaders through reflections on practice and sharing insights from his extensive experience in education.
Dr. Jen Schwanke
Co-host of Principal Matters, an educator and author focused on building trust and developing effective school leadership practices.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 140 ratings
  • Good listen

    Will and Jen provide some good information. There are some nuggets in their stories. Aside some content I would urge Will to fix the audio level. His volume is so low compared to Jen’s - sometimes really hard to hear.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Loreleijane
    United States3 months ago
  • Excited about new content for school leaders!!

    Jen and Will are piloting unique episodes for school leaders on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in 2025. Check it out and share with other education leadership friends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    williamdparker.com
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great reflective coach

    Thanks for the WWPN 2023 shout out in your December episode Will! Will helps leaders reflect on their practice. He also walks the walk and regularly practices his own reflection. I appreciate how he guides our admin team through reflection so that we build stronger connection which leads to us better serving our staff and students. Wishing Will and his team a wonderful 2024. I look forward to continuing to learn and grow with you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CaTeamPA
    United States2 years ago
  • Celebrating 1.2 million downloads

    Thank you listeners for the the ongoing learning we are doing together!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    williamdparker.com
    United States2 years ago
  • the podcast was informative. Sometimes it is difficult to decide what feedback is most valuable.

    Audible
    5
    Davidb734
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some have noted concerns about specific content shifts, indicating a desire for a focus on school leadership without extraneous themes.
Many value the unique episodes and topics explored that are specifically designed for school leaders, contributing to their enhanced practice and leadership effectiveness.
Listeners appreciate the practical insights and reflections shared by the hosts, feeling they effectively support professional growth and development in educational leadership.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

PMP477: Lessons from Transition with Beau Brannon
Q: What are some of the challenges you had facing in that new setting in establishing some of the priorities you had for you and your team?
Challenges included teacher recruitment and retention which required establishing strong relationships and understanding internal team dynamics.
PMP477: Lessons from Transition with Beau Brannon
Q: Can you talk a little bit about some of the outcomes and update listeners a little bit on the transition that you experienced?
Beau discusses scaling effective practices learned as a principal to a larger school environment, emphasizing the importance of building trust and finding strengths within his team.
PMP475: Lessons from the First Year with Dr. Robert Kaiser
Q: What words of advice can you give to veteran leaders on staying motivated?
Veteran leaders should focus on maintaining personal routines that support their well-being and constantly assess how they spend their time to ensure alignment with their values.
PMP475: Lessons from the First Year with Dr. Robert Kaiser
Q: What are some things that you would tell a new leader to just hold on to as advice for that first experience?
Put your feet where you lead, show up in classrooms and community spaces, and be present for students and staff.
PMP474: Radically Excellent School Improvement with Dr. Kate Anderson Foley
Q: How can principals foster a truly inclusive environment?
Principals should focus on high expectations for all students and engage families in meaningful conversations about their children's education.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the challenges and rewards within educational leadership, this series provides practical strategies, insights, and encouragement for school leaders. Numerous episodes feature discussions on important topics such as trust-building with students and parents, effective teaching strategies for retaining new educators, and the merging of school cultures. It uniquely emphasizes collaboration and the need for continuous improvement in educational practices, often through personal anecdotes and experiences from seasoned leaders in the field.

The podcast invites a diverse array of guests, from superintendents to leadership coaches, offering rich conversations that resonate deeply with educators at various stages of their careers. This su... more

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