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

How do we balance the expectations and challenges of system-wide leadership vs. site-specif... more

Welcome back to another episode of Monday Matters! This week, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke take some time to have a conversation about the use of AI in public schools. They talk about how AI has blown up and the ways that it is impacting education. O... more

Meet Darrin Peppard:

Dr. Darrin Peppard is a dynamic keynote speaker, leadership expert, and consultant with a passion for transforming organizational culture and developing the next generation of leaders. A former award-winning principal, Darrin dr... more

In this week’s episode of Monday Matters, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke take some time to highlight the extraordinary skills of school leaders. Using the image of a Swiss Army Knife, Will and Jen tie that image to the image of the job description of a... more

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Recent Guests

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.
Elemental Educator
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
Founder of Spark HOPE. EDU
Episode: PMP471: Lead with H.O.P.E with Dr. Brandi Kelly
Crystal Williams
Instructional leader with 20 years of experience, currently serving as a district literacy coach in Houston, Texas
District Literacy Coach, Houston, Texas
Episode: PMP469: Instructional Coaching with Crystal Williams
Tony Frontier
Award-winning educator, author, and consultant
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Episode: PMP468: AI with Intention with Tony Frontier
Danny Bauer
Founder of Better Leaders, Better Schools and host of a top-ranked podcast for school leaders.
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Episode: PMP467: Being a Ruckus Maker with Danny Bauer
LaDonna Chancellor
Assistant Superintendent at Bartlesville Public Schools, a former principal and teacher with a focus on supporting student well-being and instructional excellence.
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Episode: PMP466: Leading Collaboratively with LaDonna Chancellor
Derek Cantrell
Principal of Alleghany High School, educator for over a decade
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Episode: PMP465: Better Together with Derek Cantrell
Kim Marshall
Creator of the Marshall Memo, a renowned source for summaries on research in education.
Marshall Memo
Episode: PMP462: Supporting New Teachers, Part 2, with Jenn David-Lang and Kim Marshall

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 States2 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 States10 months 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

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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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PMP471: Lead with H.O.P.E with Dr. Brandi Kelly
Q: What does the new reality look like for you?
I am looking forward to pouring into other people and building a community of hope.
MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Staff Meeting Glow-Up
Q: What do you think, and Jen, when it comes to ways to reimagine our own development so that our teachers aren't wanting to poke their eyes out after a meeting in their own school setting?
There are two parts to consider: leading effective staff meetings and the importance of being authentic while managing them by collaborating with leaders on the agenda.
MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Left Brain and Right Brain Leadership
Q: How do we apply left brain, right brain to our leadership?
As leaders, we need to embrace both left-brain structures and right-brain creativity to foster effective environments in schools.
PMP467: Being a Ruckus Maker with Danny Bauer
Q: What would be important for leaders to keep in mind as they step into a new school year?
Leaders should focus on self-care, create a 90-day entry plan, and ensure they are prepared to address culture and academic needs.
PMP468: AI with Intention with Tony Frontier
Q: What should principals be doing right now to build an understanding in their schools about AI?
Principals should engage with students to understand their use of AI tools and clarify expectations around using these technologies to promote academic integrity and support learning.

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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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