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Executive Functioning
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Trust-Based Observations
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School Leader's Guide To Executive Functioning Support
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KRAS
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Mental Health
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Literacy
Artificial Intelligence
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School Administration

PrincipalPLN was started by Jessica Johnson, Spike Cook, and Theresa Stager in 2014. It features amazing guests talking about all things connected school leadership.

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Recess is often thought of as an “extra” activity in the school day. Sometimes it’s even taken away from students as a punishment. In this episode recorded for De Facto Leaders, host Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan talks to Elizabeth Cushing, CEO of Playwork... more

This week, we're sharing a special episode from The Learning Experience powered by CAST, part of the Be Podcast Network.

You'll hear from Matt Winters, a leader from the Utah State Board of Education, discussing how artificial intelligence is shapi... more

In this episode from the Be Podcast Network original series, The Learning Bridge with Richard Gerver, bestselling author, global speaker, futurist, researcher, and consultant Chloe Combi shares her expertise on Generation Z and Generation A.

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In this Transformative Principal vault episode from the Transformative Leadership Summit, host Jethro Jones interviews Will Parker, a high school principal from northeastern Oklahoma, about implementing KRAs (Key Responsibility Areas) in schools. Wil... more

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Recent Guests

Elizabeth Cushing
CEO of Playworks; leading nonprofit leveraging play to develop social, emotional, and motor skills in kids
Playworks
Episode: De Facto Leaders: Using Recess to Build Social Skills and Help Students Discover their Leadership Potential with Elizabeth Cushing of Playworks
Matthew Winters
Artificial Intelligence Education Specialist
Utah State Board of Education
Episode: The Learning Experience: What Utah is Building with AI & Why it Matters
Chloe Combi
Leading expert on young people, culture, and Gen Z/Gen A
Author and researcher
Episode: The Learning Bridge: Insights on Supporting Gen Z and Gen A in Complex Times with Chloe Combi and Richard Gerver
Will Parker
School leader advocating KRAs; author; keynote speaker on leadership and KRAs
Will Parker's school / related projects
Episode: Transformative Principal: Building Accountability Through Key Responsibility Areas with Will Parker and Jethro Jones
Mike Cronley
Co-founder and CEO of Class Composer
Class Composer
Episode: The EdTech Startup Showcase: Trading the Classroom for a Startup
Joel Lavin
Equity and Inclusion Administrator for High Schools in Eugene School District 4J
Eugene School District 4J (Oregon)
Episode: Transformative Principal: Building Futures with Joel Lavin and Jethro Jones
Dr. Jayne Lammers
Director of Learning Design for Edmentum and dissertation coach
Edmentum
Episode: Transformative Principal: The Role of Coaching in Dissertation Success with Dr. Jayne Lammers
Derek Crager
Founder of Practical AI, advocate for accessible AI for neurodiverse individuals
Practical AI
Episode: Practical AI with Derek Crager - Artificial Intelligence: Real Talk
Ben Gustafson
Co-founder, Classroom Mosaic
Classroom Mosaic
Episode: EdTech Startup Showcase: The Power of "Electronicized" Observation with Jeff McCoy and Ben Gustafson

Hosts

Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan
Host of DeFacto Leaders Podcast; affiliation with Be Podcast Network / De Facto Leaders Podcast
Jethro Jones
Host of Transformative Principal; long-running education podcast host and leader in principal coaching
Joel Lavin
Equity and Inclusion Administrator in Eugene; guest on Transformative Principal

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Waste of time

    Chitter Chatter & giggles

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    August Consumer
    United States5 years ago
  • Love this podcast!!!

    Excellent resource for a new administrator.

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    5
    Tjuana
    United States7 years ago
  • Must listen for all admin

    Theresa, Jessica and Spike are so fun to listen to and their ranges of expertise and knowledge in leading is amazing. Highly recommended for all Principals and aspiring Administrators.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessica Cabeen
    United States10 years ago
  • Calling all Administrators!

    You. Must. Listen. It's practical advice from fellow administrators. It's real life on Principal PLN - and a little fun, too. I don't miss an episode!

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    FarkleAddict76
    United States11 years ago
  • MUST Listen

    Whether you're currently an administrator, aspiring administrator, or teacher, this podcast is loaded with great guests and valuable content! Each week Spike, Theresa, and Jessica provide relevant conversation and ideas for today's educators and lead learner.

    Thank you for the time and effort that is put into each show!

    ~ Chris

    Host, House of #EdTech Podcast

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    Christopher J. Nesi
    United States11 years ago

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Audience values actionable templates and coaching frameworks
Clear focus on practical leadership strategies for admins
Guests include district leaders and educators with real-world experience

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Transformative Principal: The Evolution of Trust-Based Observations with Craig Randall
Q: Any practical advice for listeners who are writing about these ideas or implementing them in their schools?
Consistency and daily practice matter; set aside time to write or reflect regularly, use structured, trust-building processes, and always seek permission before offering suggestions to maintain trust and buy-in.
Transformative Principal: The Evolution of Trust-Based Observations with Craig Randall
Q: What has not evolved in Trust-Based Observations, and what elements remain incredibly valuable?
The nine core areas of pedagogy and the emphasis on relational trust remain the constant backbone, with evolution primarily in how feedback is delivered and how trust is built through ongoing practice.
Transformative Principal: The Evolution of Trust-Based Observations with Craig Randall
Q: Anything else you want to say about how 20 Minutes of Teaching Brilliance On the Road with Trust-Based Observations started and evolved?
Craig explains that the concept began from observing teachers and gradually structured into a formal approach with ongoing refinements, training, and a focus on reflective conversations that center on teacher strengths and trust.
Practical AI with Derek Crager - Artificial Intelligence: Real Talk
Q: How does this work in practical terms for education and daily life, beyond teaching a subject?
DC describes a system where AI handles complex conversations within a defined knowledge domain, supports navigation and communication, and can operate in real time to assist with classroom needs, privacy-aware records, and mentorship that scales beyond one-to-one interactions, effectively acting as an in-ear surrogate mentor.
Practical AI with Derek Crager - Artificial Intelligence: Real Talk
Q: Talk to me a little bit about this idea of using AI, particularly with neurodiverse people.
The guest explains that AI can serve as a patient, non-judgmental conversational partner and diary for neurodiverse individuals, helping them articulate thoughts, plan, and reflect, while also offering a bridge to human mentorship. He emphasizes that AI should be domain-specific, with guardrails and a SME-in-a-box to ensure accuracy and supportive guidance.

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What is #PrincipalPLN about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, educator-focused show featuring leaders, teachers, and researchers who share hands-on strategies for K-12 schools. Episodes frequently center on leadership, school improvement, education technology, equity, and student wellbeing, with heavy emphasis on actionable frameworks (e.g., executive functioning, coaching, KRAs/TBOs) and real-world district experiences. Noteworthy traits include a strong tilt toward systems-level change, prominent emphasis on inclusive practices, and a penchant for translating theory into scalable tools for principals, teachers, and administrators. Listeners are likely drawn to concrete templates, case studies, and vendor perspectives that can inform district-level decisions or classroom practice while s... more

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Recent guests on #PrincipalPLN include:

1. Elizabeth Cushing
2. Matthew Winters
3. Chloe Combi
4. Will Parker
5. Mike Cronley
6. Joel Lavin
7. Dr. Jayne Lammers
8. Derek Crager

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