Transformative Principal

This episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here . If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here . Enjoy this special episode. In this episode Jethro Jones interviews Lindsay Jones, CEO of CAST, d...

This episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here . If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here . Enjoy this special episode. In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones interv...

Vital in an education setting to experience what life is like without a phone How you develop character through whether you’re using a phone or not.  How to help teachers not be phone police. Support throughout the whole process Common complaints about schools Resetting expectations about structures School taking a constructive approach to support student growth and development How to do a rollout...

Giving UDL away for free Building products through grants People think UDL is static, but it isn’t.  Identity is important.  UDL is human centric, not student centric. How UDL invites students to take ownership of their learning experiences.  Do you feel behind?  “What if I could have gone through school feeling unencumbered?”  Expert Learners vs. executive functioning Bounded autonomy.  Assumptio...

ShouldStorm - Culture of perfectionism and criticism We as parents want to do what is best for our kids, but we are bombarded by everyone telling us what we should and should not do.  Finding the “right” answer. Defining “expert” How the ShouldStorm impacts our kids We like to blame social media, but it really comes from what we talk about in our communities.  What matters is not the college but t...

Dr. Joshua Barnett is an educational thought leader who has spent his career working to improve the effectiveness of teacher leaders. In an interview, he discussed how teacher leaders can establish trust, develop deep instructional knowledge, and build credibility with their colleagues. He also shared his thoughts on why the teaching profession is challenged with recruitment and turnover and how t...

In this informative interview, Jennifer Jennings, a school communication specialist, discusses the crucial role of effective communication in schools. She emphasizes the significance of building trust and engaging parents and the community through transparent and informative communication. Jennings provides practical strategies to help schools develop an overall communication plan, showcase their...

Welcome to Transformative Principal. Today, we are joined by Dr. Kenny Rodrequez, Superintendent of Grandview C-4 School District in Missouri. With over two decades of educational leadership experience, Dr. Rodrequez has been a pivotal figure in driving innovative strategies to enhance school culture and student success. His dedication to fostering an inclusive and dynamic learning environment mak...

This comprehensive discussion explores the intricate distinctions between leadership, leadership development, and leader development, emphasizing their intertwined nature and the importance of understanding the context in which they exist. The conversation delves into the dynamic roles of leaders and followers, underscoring the value of meeting individuals where they are in their professional jour...

In this podcast episode, hosts and guest Curtis discuss the concept of collaborative response, an educational framework designed to replace traditional multi-tiered systems of supports (MTSS) and response to intervention (RTI) models. The collaborative response model is outlined as consisting of three foundational components: setting up collaborative structures and processes in schools, utilizing...

In the podcast episode with Barb Flowers on Transformative Principal with Jethro Jones, the discussion centered around self-efficacy and its relation to leadership. Self-efficacy is distinct from confidence and involves an individual's perception of their strengths and weaknesses. Building self-efficacy begins with awareness, humility, and recognizing that family comes first, establishing healthy...

Today, Damon Hargraves , host of the WorkflowED podcast turned the mic on me and interviewed me for the 100th episode of the Transformative Principal Podcast. I can’t believe I have done 100 episodes of this podcast. Thank you so much for listening to this and helping me make it better. RTI idea was in place, but we needed a little kick in the pants. Value of getting away from the day-to-day issue...

This is a special episode of another show on the BE Podcast Network. I recently had John Milhalyo as a guest on Transformative Principal and to I'm sharing one of his best episodes yet on why your fundraiser flopped.  In this episode, John Mihalyo discusses effective strategies for Catholic school leaders to analyze and improve their advancement, development, and fundraising efforts.  Drawing from...

The difference between a catholic school and a public school.  System of Schools rather than a school system.  Creating a culture of giving in the school community. What’s the cost to educate? How to be clear on what you’re doing as the advancement progresses. Friendraising vs. Fundraising  The foundations we have come from elementary schools It takes time to grow the office, have a clear purpose...

Michael Fullan, the internationally known authority on educational leadership and proponent of whole system reform, joins us for this episode.  No doubt, many of you listeners have been influenced by Michael’s work over the years. The former Dean of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education and Professor Emeritus of the University of Toronto, he is co-leader of the New Pedagogies for Deep Lea...

Dr. Thomas R. Guskey is Professor Emeritus in the College of Education at the University of Kentucky. He is known throughout the world for his work on student assessment, grading and reporting, professional learning, and educational research.  Guskey is author/editor of thirty books, including his latest, Engaging Parents and Families in Grading Reforms (Corwin). We discuss: What is the purpose of...

This is a continuation of our coaching calls with Eric Makelky. Please check our previous episodes 532 , 527 , 523 519 514 , 510 , 506 , and 501 In this episode, we talk about onboarding new staff.  What Eric has done that has been helpful. District duties and Principal duties. How do we make people stick around? New Teacher Academy - in-house teachers come in and model, share, and showcase practi...

Do you ever doubt your decisions as a principal. As a principal myself, I understand the constant second-guessing and the toll it can take on confidence. Discover the symptoms of self-doubt, from questioning every decision to hesitancy in sharing innovative ideas. Understand the root cause of self-doubt and why it can hinder leadership effectiveness. Learn what doesn't work when trying to combat s...

In this episode of Transformative Principal, Jethro Jones engages in a profound discussion with Sean Slade, co-head of North America at BTS Spark, about reevaluating traditional perceptions of leadership, particularly around the management of emotions. Sean challenges the archetype of the stoic, emotionless leader, suggesting that vulnerability, emotion, and personal connection are crucial element...

In this episode, Jethro is joined by Danny Bauer and Glenn Robbins, author of the book Calm In The Chaos: Ancient Stoic Wisdom for Successful School Leadership . We talk about how to be stoic as a leader in schools and apply that wisdom to your daily. Plus, you won’t believe the sign we saw in a school! How to get people on the same page when you’re not physically on an island.  Community had come...

Aspirational Model   Shifting Mindset Emotional Connection - Research in MESSY started at the beginning of the pandemic.  There will always be the next crisis.  Expectation of leaders - what’s important? Professional veneer - leave our personal outside our workplace. Establishing themselves as larger than life. Authenticity - personal and professional are more blurred.  Heart, Head, and Hands - Dr...

Worthwhile Links:  Range by David Epstein Drip7 Readwise About Ryan Palmbaum Ryan Palmbaum is the founder and CEO of Dabbl Discovery , an educational, bite-sized video learning platform designed to help people discover and follow new interests and career paths through short videos created exclusively by experienced experts and educators in a wide variety of industries. Dabbl combines the engaging,...

In this episode, we explore the power of purposeful play in education. Join us as we discuss the importance of play in the learning process, the Connecticut legislation about play in elementary grades, and the benefits of purposeful play for students. We also delve into LEGO Education that highlights the positive impact of play on learning in K-8 students. We emphasize the importance of putting ki...

In this episode, Jethro talks with James Anderson, who has been on the show three previous times:  The Learner Agency Model with James Anderson Transformative Principal 351 Learnership with James Anderson Transformative Principal 455  Learnership: The Skill of Learning with James Anderson Transformative Principal 570  In this episode, we talk about teaching cultures and learning cultures, take a s...

Jethro welcomes Dr. Jayne Lammers to Transformative Principal. Although we're talking about AI tools, we didn't spend a lot of time talking about the mundanity and what other sources are talking about: the how to, which tool does what thing. Really, we give guidance for school leaders about how to think beyond the boxes and the accountability systems that are currently set up to start to reimagine...