TEPSA Talk

Join us for an insightful episode of TEPSA Talk as Todd Nesloney sits down with Tom Sauve, the principal of Elmwood School in Wisconsin. Discover the unique strategies Tom employs in the hiring process to attract and retain top talent in a small district. From crafting the perfect interview questions to creating memorable job offers, Tom shares his experiences and lessons learned. Whether you're a...

Join host Todd Nesloney in this insightful episode of the TEPSA Talk Podcast as he welcomes Pete Hall, a former teacher and principal turned professional development agent. Together, they explore the journey of continuous self-improvement and leadership in education. Pete shares his unique origin story, the importance of taking small steps towards growth, and the reflective cycle that can transfor...

Join Todd Nesloney in this insightful episode of the TEPSA Talk Podcast as he sits down with Andre Deshotel, an administrator from South Louisiana. Together, they delve into the intricacies of school discipline, the importance of building relationships, and the power of emotional regulation in education. Andre shares his journey from middle school to elementary education, offering practical strate...

Join us on this insightful episode of the TEPSA Talk Podcast as we chat with Valerie Arechiga, a seasoned educator and leader. Valerie shares her journey from public school education to her current role in a nonprofit, emphasizing the importance of instructional practices and data-driven strategies. Discover how Valerie's doctoral research on cultural influences in leadership shapes her approach t...

In this episode of the TEPSA Talk Podcast, host Todd Nesloney sits down with Jonathan Alsheimer, a high-energy educator and keynote speaker known for his innovative approach to student engagement. Jonathan shares his journey from teaching in the classroom to influencing educators nationwide, offering practical advice on leadership, relationship-building, and creating an engaging learning environme...

In this episode of the TEPSA Talk Podcast, we welcome Dr. Darrin Peppard, a seasoned educator and leadership coach, who shares his transformative journey from being a high school principal to guiding leaders across the nation. Dr. Peppard discusses the challenges of leadership, the importance of clarity, and how to shift from a reactive to a proactive approach. Tune in to gain actionable insights...

In this episode of the TEPSA Talk Podcast, host Todd Nesloney sits down with Brett Vogelsinger, a seasoned educator with a passion for literacy and innovative teaching methods. Brett shares his journey from a reluctant middle school reader to a high school teacher dedicated to fostering a love for reading and writing. Explore how creative writing and AI can transform literacy education, and gain i...

In this episode of the Tepsa Talk Podcast, we sit down with Lainey Hanna, the NAESP National Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year for Texas . Lainey opens up about her transition from the classroom to administration, the support she received from her community, and her advice for aspiring leaders. Tune in to hear her story of resilience, adaptability, and the impact of mentorship in educati...

Join us for an inspiring episode of the TEPSA Talk Podcast as host Todd Nesloney sits down with Andra Penny, the National Distinguished Principal for Texas. Discover Andra's journey from kindergarten teacher to principal, her passion for building relationships, and her insights on leadership. With 30 years of experience, Andra shares her philosophy on finding joy in everyday moments and the import...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dana Harley Boyd, the 2025-26 TEPSA State President, as she shares her journey from classroom teacher to executive principal in El Paso, Texas. Discover how Dana's leadership style is shaped by her commitment to advocacy, diversity, and leaving an unforgettable legacy. Learn about her experiences as a National Distinguished Principal and her vision for em...

In this episode we talk with Superintendent Brandi Kelly about how we can all lead with H.O.P.E. She shares some of her strategies, and personal stories, that will empower and encourage you!

In this episode we talk with Andrew Davies from MagicSchool about the power of AI in Schools and how we can use it to enhance the educational experience. Andrew also shares about the tools MagicSchool has to offer as well!

In this episode we talk with Casey Watts about how we can create meetings that actually matter!! She also shares resources in her new book!

In this episode we talk with Onica L. Mayers about how each of us can lead with JOY! Even when utilizing data!

In this episode of TEPSA Talk we chat with Jenny Severson about how each of us can find and use our purpose to lead others. 

In this episode we chat with educational leader Allyson Apsey about the 5 pillars of effective school leadership and how we can all work to grow our leadership capacity! Learn more from Allyson as she keynotes our 2025 TEPSA Summer Conference!

In this epsiode we chat with Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck about their new book "The Language of Behavior" and how we, as school and district leaders, can better approach behavior concerns!

In this episode of the TEPSA Talk Podcast we talk with Andrew Marotta about how to put systems and strategies into place as leaders so that we can thrive instead of just survive.

In this TEPSA Talk Podcast episode with talk with Baruti Kafele (Principal Kafele) about the power of the assistant principal!

Join this TEPSA Talk Podcast episode with Eddie Damian where we talk about the power of learning how to communicate effectively.

In this episode we talk with Robert Thornell about how as school and district leaders we can juggle all the things, find our strengths, and be our best for our people! #WeLeadTX

In this episode we talk with Amy Mayer, from FriEDtech! Amy shares a few of her favorite tech tools for school administrators and how we can harness the power of AI to remove things from our plates! You won't want to miss this powerful conversation!

In this episode we chat with Nathan Maynard about how we can transform student behavior on our campuses. He also discusses his upcoming Master Class at the TEPSA Summer Conference!

In this episode we talk with Kim Strobel (author of Teach Happy) about the importance of wellbeing and happiness and how we can protect our peach. You won't want to miss the inspiring conversation that gives some great immediate takeaways to change your mindsets!

In this TEPSA Talk podcast episode we chat with Kamilah Antoine (from Harmony) about how we can take charge of our own learning, and the learning of our team, as school and district administrators