Cool Coffee with Kansas Principals

In this "perspective," Assistant Principal and AD of Spring Hill Middle School, Dr. Courtney Weber, shares about the art of "tapping out" as an administrator and why that shouldn't be considered giving up.   Courtney Weber Assistant Principal/Athletic Director Spring Hill Middle School Spring Hill - USD 230 @DrWeberSHMS Topic: The Art of Tapping Out   YOUR FEEDBACK IS APPRECIATED!  Leave show sugg...

Mrs. Lindsay Cravens shares her perspective on the power of the principalship through the power of a principal who is a champion for their kids. Lindsay Cravens 9-12 Principal Republic County USD 109  JH/SR High School   YOUR FEEDBACK IS APPRECIATED!  Leave show suggestions, guest recommendations, questions  HERE ! Connect with us on... X: @KSPrincipals Facebook: KSPrincipals Contact the host: KPA...

Mr. Heath Henderson, principal of Skelly Elementary School in El Dorado, KS, USD 490, shares his perspective on control versus influence as it relates to the building principal.  Heath Henderson Principal USA Board of Directors Skelly Elementary USD 490 YOUR FEEDBACK IS APPRECIATED!  Leave show suggestions, guest recommendations, questions  HERE ! Connect with us on... X: @KSPrincipals Facebook: K...

Principal Rick Sola from Chisholm Trail Middle School in Olathe USD 233, shares a quote he has found impactful and applicable to the principalship. A quote from (then former) President Teddy Roosevelt in a 1910 speech popularly known as "The Man in the Arena" is shared with intentions to both encourage and comfort the building principal as the challenges of leadership are navigated. Perspective by...

Mr. Lucas Matile of Central Heights High School in USD 288 shares why the feeling of being "lonely at the top" may indicate you are doing it wrong. Building community, one's own community, is a focal point of Mr. Matile's perspective. Luke Matile High School Principal Central Heights High School USD 288 Connect on X - @lucas_matile The Power of Community

Mr. Kurt Seiler of Independence High School, USD 446 , talks about their success tackling the issue of chronic absenteeism. Incentives for attending school as it is tied to their "good standing" policy has produced the results they hoped. Kurt shared some of the details and adjustments they made along the way to finetune their approach to solving one of the most talked about issues facing educatio...

Mr. Joel Wells of Elmont Elementary shares his perspective on challenging conversations. Joel shares 4 key components to a successful conversation when the stakes are high.   Joel Wells Principal Elmont Elementary Seaman Schools USD #345 Connect on X: @jwesu5 Challenging Conversations   

Mr. Eric Sacco of Clifton-Clyde Grade and Middle School shares how important it is to do something both physical and mental each day for yourself. The routines we establish will go a long way to support our efforts as a school administrator.   Eric Sacco PreK-8 Principal Clifton-Clyde Grade and Middle School USD 224 Connect with Mr. Sacco on X: @SaccoEric Perspective Topic: Keeping Your Mind and B...

In this "principal's perspective," Principal Leslianne Craft, of Andover Central Middle School in USD 385, discusses a book of great impact on her, Leadership on the Line: Staying Alive Through the Dangers of Leading . Principal Craft gives a brief overview of this book by Martin Linsky,  Ronald A. Heifetz, and how she has and will continue to use it moving forward.  Leslianne Craft Principal Ando...

KPA President and principal of Ellsworth Jr/Sr High School in USD 327 shares a quote he sees as the "essence of his leadership style" and one that may be of value to other leaders. 

Mr. Mike Wiley, principal of California Trail Middle School of Olathe Schools, USD 233, shares his perspective on the importance of the morning crosswalk greeting. This daily task may present itself as a bit mundane, but Mr. Wiley shares the value he places on this daily task as it relates to relationships with his students and families. 

Principal Sara Conley of Pleasanton High School, USD 344, shares about the value and importance of the school principal. This perspective will be sure to remind and encourage principals how worth the effort the job is no matter the challenges. 

Dr. Todd Dain, principal of Shawnee Mission South High School, gives a preview of his upcoming KPA Conference presentation with Principal Kelly Whittiker (Ottawa High School) on November 6/7, 2024 regarding "drinking from a fire hose". Dr. Dain also shares insight on what it means to be a "trust willing" leader and explains how that mindset will grow leadership among your own people.

***Note: There is an audio *hum* beginning just after the first minute and ending right at 10 minutes (AC unit)*** Mr. Chris Rinehart, principal of Plainville Elementary School, shares about his path to the chair, spirit day dilemmas, and Plainville's successful district operated daycare system that is now 3 years in operation. He explains how the community rallied around the concept and how it ha...

Mr. John Cannon, principal of Ellsworth Jr/Sr High, talks about the school year that just started, some of his favorite quotes, and his new role as KPA's president. John provides insight on his time with the KPA, how it's been so valuable for him as a professional, and how it can be valuable for any school administrator in Kansas. Listen to this episode for further explanation of how you can inves...

35 year educator, Mrs. Stacey Green, talks about how excited she still is to be in education, some lessons and advice along the way, and the value of promoting gratitude amongst staff. Reference book by Shelly Miller: Rhythms of Rest: Finding the Spirit of Sabbath in a Busy World Adam Grant quote: 7/12/2022 X post https://x.com/AdamMGrant/status/1546873796895723521 Connect with today's guest: sgre...

Ms. Megan Hankins, principal of Louisburg Middle School in the Louisburg USD 416 school district, just completed her first year as principal. This was also her first "official" year as an administrator. Listen in as Ms. Hankins discusses how she prepared last year, what she'd do different, and how she plans to move forward in year 2 on the job. 00:00 Introduction and Background 04:45 Taking on the...

Dr. Todd Dain, principal of Shawnee Mission South High School and 2023 NASSP Principal of the Year, discusses school culture and the intentional efforts he makes to bring in new staff members at the start of the year.  00:00 Introduction and Welcome to Cool Coffee 01:08 Dr. Todd Dain's Journey to Becoming a Principal 05:39 The Power of Building Relationships in Education 14:52 Onboarding New Staff...

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