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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 interview, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke take some time to answer a listener question.

—- The Question of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks.

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This week on Monday Matters, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke take some time to discuss second semester PD planning. This topic comes from this question: A common “Catch-22” is when the principal feels staff needs a particular PD, but staff says, “Just l... more

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

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Welcome back to this week’s episode of Monday Matters where Will Parker and Jen Schwanke are discussing the topic of wellness. Will shares some takeaways from a book he is reading called Super Agers: An Evidence-Based Approach to Longevity by Dr. Eri... more

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Danny Steele
A prominent educator and author with over 31 years of experience in school leadership.
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Dr. Greg Johnson
High school principal and survivor of a school shooting, co-facilitator of the NASSP Principal Recovery Network.
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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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Steve Ventura
Founder and President of Advanced Collaborative Solutions; Author of several influential books on educational strategies.
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Dr. Robert Kaiser
Principal of McLean High School with a commitment to equitable education
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Dr. Kate Anderson Foley
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Darrin Peppard
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Hosts

William D. Parker
Host of discussions focusing on educational leadership, professional development, and best practices for principals.
Dr. Jen Schwanke
Co-host and educator, contributing valuable insights on school leadership and educational 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 States5 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 States3 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 express a desire for improved audio levels during discussions, particularly with one co-host's volume being lower than the other's.
Many find the content to be inspiring and relevant to their daily challenges as school leaders.
Overall, the community values the shared experiences and stories from both hosts and guests, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
Listeners appreciate the practical advice and insights shared by the hosts.
Negative feedback points to occasional content that may be perceived as overly spiritual or not aligning with public school leadership standards.

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PMP480: Maximizing Your Systems with John Boyd
Q: What would you say to that hesitant school leader?
I would tell them to step out and just go in and try it and try to take a look at one process.
PMP480: Maximizing Your Systems with John Boyd
Q: How did you teach yourself to do something that a lot of people don't have the skills to do naturally?
I was faced with a problem and used AI to explore solutions and frame out the form and functionalities I wanted.
PMP481: Think Remarkable with Guy Kawasaki
Q: What advice would you have for leaders in education who want to be remarkable in today's climate?
As long as educators focus on the best interests of their students, the parents will likely support them.
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.

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The podcast serves as a vital resource for educational leaders, focusing extensively on themes related to school management, leadership strategies, and professional development for principals and educators. It consistently addresses pressing issues such as school safety, community engagement, and the emotional challenges faced by leaders, particularly through personal stories from experienced educators. Notable discussions include navigating crises, fostering trust among staff, and the importance of self-reflection, all aimed at enhancing both personal and organizational growth within educational settings.

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