Becoming Principal: The Podcast

In this episode of the Becoming Principal Podcast, host Dr. Jeffry Prickett speaks with Damien Aherne, a passionate educator and principal. They discuss Damien's journey from Ireland to the U.S., his love for music, and how it shaped his teaching career. Damien shares insights on the challenges he faced growing up, the pivotal moments that led him to become a principal, and the importance of b...

In this conversation, Brett Bending shares his unexpected journey from high school education to elementary, highlighting the importance of mentorship, the impact of coaches, and the significance of embracing change in one's career. He reflects on the influences of family and early experiences that shaped his path, the challenges and rewards of leadership, and the continuous growth that comes f...

In this episode of the Becoming Principal podcast, Angela Williams - Special Education Administrator in Elgin School District U46 in Elgin, Illinois & author of the "Leadership Lemons" on LinkedIn - shares her journey from a young girl playing school to becoming a special education administrator. She discusses the influences that shaped her career, including her parents' support and key mentor...

In this episode of the Becoming Principal podcast, Dr. Jeffry Prickett interviews Brandi Kelly, the superintendent of Mount Olive School District, in Mt. Olive , Illinois. They discuss Brandi's childhood, her early influences, and the impact of trauma on her career choices. Brandi shares her journey from wanting to be a nurse to becoming a school social worker and eventually a principal. The conve...

Summary In this episode, Dr. Jeffry Prickett interviews Vail Kieser, the Director of Teaching and Learning at Lake Forest District 67, here in Lake Forest, IL. They discuss Vail's journey from a passion for music and theater to a career in education and leadership. Vail shares the significant influences in her life, including her family and mentors, and reflects on the importance of seizing opport...

Summary In this episode of the Becoming Principal podcast, Marc Spacone shares his journey from childhood to becoming the principal of Larson Middle School. He reflects on the profound influence of his immigrant father, the importance of perseverance, and the role of mentorship in shaping his career. Marc emphasizes the significance of removing barriers for students and fostering connections withi...

On this episode, Kevin O’Connor joins me to tell his leadership journey. From growing up above his family’s funeral home, to leaving a lasting legacy as principal of an elementary school he led for 18 years, Kevin and I learned we have a lot in common, including growing up in the same town… join me as we learn from Kevin O’Connor. On Becoming Principal.

Renaldo Francis - AP of Instruction at IDEA Public Schools, out of the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas area, sits down to share his leadership journey. On Becoming Principal.

Join me as Marcus Broadhead - Author, Educator, and Transformational Leader - sits to tell his Origin story... on Becoming Principal: The Podcast.

Nick Edwards, Proud Principal of Academy Street School in Morris County, New Jersey, USA, sits down to tell his story... on Becoming Principal: The Podcast. 

Head of Primary at the Association International School (AIS) in Accra, considered to be Ghana's most populous city, Sandeepa Chavan sits down to tell her Origin Story... on Becoming Principal: The Podcast. 

Principal Brian T. Miller sits down to tell his Origin story... on Becoming Principal: The Podcast.

High School principal Kimberlee Gorr sits down to tell her Origin Story... On Becoming Principal: The Podcast. 

Dr. Jeff Springer, re-purposed principal and Founder of Spring Strategies LLC, sits down to tell his Origin Story. On Becoming Principal: The Podcast. 

Nick Gregory, elementary principal residing in Michigan (U.S.A.), sits down to tell his story... on Becoming Principal: The Podcast. 

Mike Boccia, former CEO at Transamerica Financial Advisors, and current President at iDecide Interactive, sits down to tell his story of Becoming.  

Santiago Meza, assistant principal in Rosamond, California, sits down to tell his incredible Origin Story... on Becoming Principal: The Podcast. 

Chris Dodge, Lead Learner at Thorndyke Road School in Worcester, Massachusetts, sits down to tell his Origin Story... on Becoming Principal: The Podcast 

Principal Gastrid Harrigan sits down to tell his origin story, on Becoming Principal: The Podcast. 

Join me as Luke sits down to tell his story of life so far... what he remembers wanting to be when he was younger, and his aspirations now, as a high school senior preparing for graduation in a few short months. All on Becoming Principal: The Podcast. 

Sari McKeown, Principal of Village School in Long Island, New York, sits down to tell her origin story, on Becoming Principal: The Podcast. 

David Cephus, Dean of School Culture & Student Affairs in New York City Department of Education... and high school dropout, tells his powerful story of leadership, on Becoming Principal: The Podcast. 

Maria Montroni-Currais, Director of Curriculum & Instruction in Somerdale, New Jersey, sits down to tell her story of change, resilience, and why sometimes leaving is a good thing... all on Becoming Principal: The Podcast. 

David Norman, middle school principal in Downers Grove, Illinois, sits down to share his story of Becoming Principal. 

Eric Lillis, Superintendent of Kingman Academy of Learning in Kingman, Arizona, sits down to tell his story on Becoming Principal: The Podcast.