IASP Podcast

Hello, School Leaders! This week's IASP Advocacy Podcast tries something new. I'm joined by Executive Director Dr. Todd Bess for a rapid, insightful game we're calling One Word, Two Lenses —we each bring a word shaping education right now and look at it from the local (in-school) lens and the larger (statewide/policy) lens. In this episode, we cover: Accountability — measuring impact  through stud...

Dear IASP Members, I'm excited to share our latest episode of the IASP Leadership Podcast: From the AP Lens: A Look Ahead 2.0 – The New Diploma and Special Populations . This conversation lifts the voices of assistant principals and centers on what matters most—our students. In this episode, I sit down with Kristen Peterson (Chesterton HS) and Kyle Owens (Danville CHS), two passionate leaders who...

Good morning, School Leaders! It's Friday, and that means it's time for the IASP Advocacy Podcast — your go-to for education policy, leadership insight, and what's next in Indiana and beyond. This week's episode features Dr. Bess's Fireside Chat with KGR attorney Seamus Boyce , and it's packed with timely updates you won't want to miss. Topics include: 📜 The official Proclamation in the State of...

Tune in to the latest IASP Leadership Podcast as Cindy Long and I walk you through this fall's can't-miss programs and events—what's new, what to expect, and how to get the most out of your membership. We highlight the Assistant Principals Conference, the Fall Professionals Conference, student programs (including Cheer), plus special features like Reel Impact and the Petteri Elo event. In 10 quick...

This week, Annie sits down and talks with IASP's very first intern, Juliann Jones! Juliann, a senior at Greenfield Central High School, chats about what she is learning in her internship thus far. We cover everything from cheer, academic contests, and behind the scenes looks to new programs and inititiaves that Juliann herself is spearheading! Listen to learn about fun new opportunities that are h...

Good morning, School Leaders! It's Friday, and that means it's time for the IASP Advocacy Podcast! In this week's episode, I'm fresh off our September Board of Directors meeting and district visits across the state. I'll share three big topics that are shaping our schools right now: School Accountability – Why the draft model is a step forward and how it can better highlight the incredible work ha...

🎙️ IASP Leadership Podcast: Special Guest Tom Murray We're excited to welcome Thomas C. Murray , award-winning author, thought leader, and one of the nation's most sought-after voices in education, to the IASP Leadership Podcast! Tom will be joining us at the IASP Fall Conference, November 23–25, 2025 , as our opening keynote speaker with Shifting Mindsets: Creating a Culture of Innovation and lea...

Good morning, School Leaders! It's Friday, and that means it's time for the IASP Advocacy Podcast — your go-to for education policy, leadership insight, and what's next in Indiana and beyond. This week, I'm joined by Dave Strouse, Principal of Batesville Middle School and IASP's NASSP Coordinator . Dave just returned from his bi-monthly NASSP meeting and he's bringing you the inside scoop. Here's...

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode, we hear from Mrs. Kristen Peterson, Associate Principal at Chesterton High School and IASP Assistant Principal Liaison, along with Mr. Craig Bruns and Mrs. Robyn Witty, both Assistant Principals at Greenwood Communit...

Good morning, School Leaders, This week's IASP Advocacy Podcast recaps important takeaways from the September 9th State Board of Education (SBOE) meeting. Here are some highlights: 📊 School Accountability Timeline Draft 1 of the new accountability rule is complete. Draft 2 will be released in October, followed by another 30-day comment period. SBOE is on track to vote in December, with first scho...

As the first major IASP academic competition of the year, Spell Bowl sets the tone for the season - and few know it better than longtime coach Peggy Grabowski. With over 20 years at the helm of Terre Haute South Vigo High School's Spell Bowl team, Peggy led her students to the state finals more than twenty times and earned five state championships along the way. In this episode, Annie sits down wi...

Hello IASP Members, This week on the IASP Advocacy Podcast , we're looking at advocacy through a different lens. As school leaders, advocacy isn't just about legislation — it's also about telling the story of your school. Whether it's culture, attendance, or programming, we are always sharing what makes our schools unique. In this episode, I'm joined by IASP's new intern, who shares her work-based...

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Dr. Jen Schawnke, upcoming IASP Assistant Principals Opening Keynote Speaker. Leading with heart. Handling conflict with confidence. Protecting our joy in the middle of constant demands. If that sounds lik...

It's Friday, and that means it's time for the IASP Advocacy Podcast — your go-to for education policy, leadership insight, and what's next in Indiana and beyond. This week's special guest is none other than The Retired Guy himself — Steve Baker . With his trademark humor and wisdom, Steve dives into how school leaders can successfully implement new changes —whether those changes come from the Indi...

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership Podcast—a weekly production bringing you short, sweet nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for your leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from Damon West, author of The Coffee Bean and an incredible voice on resilience, transformation, and leadership. And here's the exciting part—Damon will be joining us live as the keynote speaker at the IASP Fall Prof...

Dear IASP Members, It's Friday, and that means it's time for the IASP Advocacy Podcast — your go-to for education policy, leadership insight, and what's next in Indiana and beyond. This week, I sat down with Denise Funston, Director of Exceptional Needs for Community Schools of Frankfort , to talk all things special education . We dive into: Indiana's new IEP process and PowerSchool implementation...

What do fast buzzers, obscure facts, and lifelong learning have in common? For Adriana Harmeyer, the answer starts with Quiz Bowl and leads all the way to the  Jeopardy! Masters stage. In this episode, Director of Student Programs Jill Slinker sits down with Adriana Harmeyer - 15-time  Jeopardy! champion, Tournament of Champions runner-up, Masters competitor, and current Purdue University archivis...

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode, Dr. Tiffany D. Barrett shares a few of her favorite time management tips and tricks to help start your year off strong.

IASP Members, It's been a full and exciting week for Indiana education policy, and we've captured the highlights for you in this week's IASP Advocacy Podcast with Dr. Todd Bess.   Click here to listen to this week's IASP Advocacy Podcast! In this episode: Highlights from the State Board of Education meeting, including the release of IRead scores. A follow-up to our powerful School Accountability w...

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode, we hear from our Assistant Principal Liaison and Associate Principal at Chesterton HS, Mrs. Kristen Peterson, as she shares her article , "From the AP Lens: Using the S.A.N.I.T.Y. Blueprint to Kick Off the Year!"  

🎙️ This Week's Episode Is Live! Topic: Back-to-School Legislative Reminders + School Accountability Length: Under 8 minutes! No time to waste — here's what you'll hear: ✅ Details on upcoming School Accountability Webinars 🧾 What you need to know about the new Teacher Appreciation Grant (TAG) 🧠 Quick dives into HEA 1285 , HEA 1515 , and HEA 1634 📅 Webinar Registration – School Accountability Jo...

In this inaugural episode, Director of Student Programs Jill Slinker introduces Annie Bretz, our Programs Coordinator and the voice you'll hear hosting future episodes. Get to know Annie as she shares a bit about herself and what you can expect from this podcast moving forward— from student opportunities and event highlights to behind-the-scenes insights and conversations with the people who make...

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode, we hear from Mr. Andy Allen, our newly inducted IASP President, as he shares his vision for the 2025-2026 year.

🎧  This week's guest is Dee Thornton , Director of Student Engagement for the American Heart Association in Central Indiana. Dee joins me to share how the AHA is helping schools easily comply with HEA 1515 , the new law that takes effect on July 1, 2025 , and requires AEDs and venue-specific cardiac emergency plans at school events—including athletics, marching band, drama, and musical activities...

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  On today's episode, we have Andy Allen, Principal at Batesville High School and President-Elect with us today to share some highlights as part of our BEST of series to round out the year.  This series is a highlight reel of all thing...