MASSP Podcast

In this episode, Kathy Surd (Code.org) joins Ryan Cayce (MASSP) to discuss the growing Computer Science movement in Michigan.  Topics include the Marshall Plan, Hour of Code, AP Computer Science options, and CS Standards that the state will be considering to adopt.

Ryan Cayce (MASSP) is joined by Judy Williams, President of the Michigan School Counselor's Association (MSCA), to discuss the role of school counselors in our current environment.  Judy shares great resources and advice for principals to better understand the role of counselors, including how to support student mental health and training opportunities that are available in Michigan.

Theresa Stager (Saline HS) and Ryan Cayce (MASSP) dicuss the fun they had doing a "live podcast" from Traverse City during the MASSP EdCon 2018 conference.  Over a dozen guests and attendees joined us to share their thoughts, takeaways, and favorite moments.  Find out which conference sessions were home runs and all the other great learning opportunities by listening right now!

Theresa Stager (Saline HS) and Wendy Zdeb (MASSP) discuss the future of testing and upcoming changes including PSAT 8/9, WorkKeys, M-STEP and more.  Be sure to listen and make sure your building is ready for the different assessments that are coming next school year.

In this episode, Theresa Stager (Saline HS) chats with Dr. Joe Sanfelippo (Falls Creek, WI) about how to make better connections with staff and students. Strategies, tips, and success stories are shared to help you foster better relationships in your building.  Check it out!

In this episode, Theresa Stager (Saline HS) and Tammy Jackson (MASSP) are back to review and discuss the May Principal's Checklist.  Be sure to catch the important reminders you need to be thinking about before the end of the year is here!

In this podcast episode, Theresa Stager (AP, Saline HS) and Colin Ripmaster (MASSP), discuss everything educators need to know about Student Growth & Assessment requirements and changes coming for the 2018-19 school year.  Learn what admin and teachers need to do and about some helpful resources that are available.

In this podcast episode, Theresa Stager (AP, Saline HS) and Carol Baaki-Diglio (Ret.-Central Office, Novi Schools), review discuss important Human Resources-related tasks that must be completed before the end of the school year.  Scheduling, staffing, evaluations, and mentoring are just a few of the items discussed so don't miss it!

In this podcast episode, Host Theresa Stager (Saline HS) and Tammy Jackson (MASSP), discuss what's happening in March and April and review the MASSP Principal's Checklist to help make sure listeners are prepared for what's coming up on the schedule, as well as some other important reminders to begin thinking about.

In this podcast episode, Host Theresa Stager (Saline HS) and Ryan Cayce (MASSP), discuss the return of the MASSP Podcast Series and give listeners some ideas and information on what to expect from the episodes and what's to come in the future.

In our second podcast, Hosts Theresa Stager and Ryan Cayce, review the great sessions and learning that occurred at Crystal Mountain Resort as part of MASSP's annual AP & Deans Summit conference.  They also welcome special guest contributor, Kevin Sutton (Lusk Albertson Law Firm), as he shares some insight from the current legal landscape schools are currently facing in Michigan.  

Sarah Giddings and Matt McCullough from The Network of Michigan Educators talk with Wendy Zdeb about the upcoming Powered by Teach to Lead Summit on March 12, 2018. The free PD opportunity is for educators to help grow and idea into practice with the help of facilitators, strategic partners and peer feedback. For more information, visit michiganeducators.org/powered-by-teach-to-lead.

Wendy talks with Ted Gardella, Executive Director of the College Board's Midwest Regional Office about the launch of the Khan Academy Challenge, new Khan Academy tools launched this summer and the importance of linking student accounts.

Wendy talks with Attorney Lisa Swem regarding new laws surrounding seclusion and restraint and the effective roll-back of zero tolerance laws.

Tammy Jackson, Principal, East Jordan Jr./Sr. High School and MASSP Past President and Donna Boughner, Principal, Grayling High School and Region 2 Representative, MASSP Board of Directors join Wendy to discuss using assessment data with students, the transition to SAT and other assessments such as NWEA.

Wendy talks climate and culture with MASSP President-Elect Tracy Wilson, Principal at Grand Haven High School.

Wendy and Bob Kegfen, MASSP's lobbyist, discuss Michigan's new Educator Evaluation Law, PA 173. Listen in for information on requirements for student growth, practice and public transparency.

In this edition of MASSP’s podcast series Wendy shares the mic with Matt Alley, Director of the Michigan Association of Student Council and Honor Societies (MASC/MAHS). Together they discuss the power of student leadership, college and career readiness and closing the gap with a new statewide student conference, the Career and College Expo. 

An interview with Dr. Phillip Knight on leadership.

Wendy chats with Don Wotruba, the new Executive Director of the Michigan Association of School Boards.