The Catholic School Leaders Podcast

🎙️ Episode Title: Thank You Without Asking: A Gratitude Call 👤 Host: John Mihalyo 🎧 Episode Summary: In this heartfelt short episode, John shares a touching story about receiving an unexpected message from a former student—a reminder of the lasting impact Catholic school leaders have. Inspired by that moment, John challenges fellow principals, advancement directors, and Catholic educators to pau...

🎙️ Episode Title: Introducing: Catholic School Leaders Podcast Shorts 👤 Host: John Mihalyo 🎧 Episode Summary: In this special kickoff episode, John introduces a brand-new format for The Catholic School Leaders Podcast : short, focused, and timely episodes designed to support Catholic school leaders in just 5–7 minutes. These “Podcast Shorts” will tackle quick-hit topics, real-life challenges, an...

🎙️ Episode Title: " You’ve Got This: Advice for New (and Veteran) Catholic School Principals" 👤 Host: John Mihalyo 👥 Guest: Julie Delaney, Retired Catholic School Principal & Parish Development Leader 🎧 Episode Summary: In this reflective and wisdom-packed episode, John sits down with recently retired principal Julie Delaney to explore the most valuable lessons she learned from 17 years of...

✨ Podcast Show Notes Episode: PLCs That Work: Building Collaborative Catholic School Cultures Guest: Dr. Trevor Timmerberg, Assistant Superintendent, Archdiocese of Louisville Host: John Mihalyo, Catholic School Leaders Podcast Description: In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Trevor Timmerberg to explore how Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) can become transformational forces within Catho...

🎙️ Episode Title: Mentorship That Matters: Building Stronger Catholic Schools One Teacher at a Time 👤 Host: John Mihalyo 👥 Guest: LaCosta Potter, Superintendent, Diocese of Crookston (MN) 🎧 Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode, John sits down with LaCosta Potter to explore how intentional, faith-driven mentorship is transforming teacher retention and culture across the Diocese of Crooksto...

A Game-Changer for Catholic Schools: What You Need to Know About the New Federal Tax Credit with Brian Jodice, Press Secretary, American Federation for Children 📌 Episode Summary: In this must-listen episode, John Mihalyo welcomes back Brian Jodice—Catholic school dad, advocate, and Press Secretary for the American Federation for Children—to break down one of the most impactful pieces of legislat...

🎙️ Catholic School Leaders Podcast Episode Title: Mid-Summer Check-In: Budgeting, Staffing, and Setting the Tone Host: John Mihalyo In this episode, I dive into what’s keeping Catholic school leaders up at night in July—and what you can do about it. From budget shortfalls and open teaching positions to enrollment follow-ups and planning a meaningful faculty work week, I break down key priorities a...

Host : John Mihalyo Guest : Thomas Boles, Founder of I Love My Tech Team Episode Summary : In this episode, I sit down with Thomas Boles, Catholic educator and founder of I Love My Tech Team , to talk about one of the most overlooked (and overspent) areas in Catholic schools: technology. We explore the four stages of tech maturity in schools—from “everything is broken” to true innovation—and dig i...

🎙️ Episode Title: Trust-Based Observations 🎧 Host:John Mihalyo, Founder of Elementary Advancement Solutions 🎙️ Guest: Craig Randall, Author and Developer of Trust-Based Observations 🧭 Episode Summary: In this episode of The Catholic School Leaders Podcast , John is joined by Craig Randall, a longtime educator and the mind behind Trust-Based Observations —a model that reimagines how we approach t...

What if we treated our sports fields and courts like classrooms—where faith, character, and Catholic values are just as important as the final score? In this episode, I sit down with Patrick McLaughlin , Principal of St. Francis Prep—the largest private Catholic high school in the country—to talk about the transformative power of athletics in Catholic schools. Patrick shares how his team created a...

Catholic School Leaders Podcast: Show Notes Episode Title: Expanding Catholic Education for All with Martha Murray Host: John Mihalyo Guest: Martha Murray, National Director of the Tom & Terri Murphy Foundation Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode, John is joined by Martha Murray, a passionate Catholic educator and advocate for inclusive education. Martha shares the powerful and personal...

Episode Title: How to Get the Most Out of the NCEA Conference Host: John Mihalyo Episode Summary: Are you heading to the NCEA Conference in Orlando this year? Whether it’s your first time or you’ve been to several, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you get the most out of the experience. In this solo episode, John shares what he learned during his first NCEA Conference last year i...

Guest: Will Parker Host: John Mihalyo, Elementary Advancement Solutions In this episode, John is joined by author and leadership coach Will Parker , whose book Messaging Matters was featured in John’s list of 11 School Leadership Books Every Principal Should Read. The focus of this episode is on one of the most important—and often overlooked—aspects of school leadership: communication . Whether it...

🎙 Guests: Julie Capirchio & Dr. Shannon McMahon 📅 Host: John Mihalyo Episode Overview In this inspiring episode of The Catholic School Leaders Podcast , John Mihalyo welcomes Julie Capirchio, Principal of St. Joseph’s School (RI), and Dr. Shannon McMahon, Director of the EAGLE Program , to share how they are transforming Catholic education through inclusion. The EAGLE Program ( Educating All...

Episode Title: The Power of a Coach’s Mindset in Education 🎙 Guest: Coach Carlos Johnson 📅 Host: John Mihalyo Episode Overview In this episode of The Catholic School Leaders Podcast , John Mihalyo sits down with Coach Carlos Johnson , an educator, consultant, and author of Power Engage , to discuss the transformative impact of a coach’s mindset in teaching and leadership . Carlos believes that ev...

Episode Title: Rethinking Tuition – A Cost-Based, Need-Based Model 🎙 Guest: Donna Moss 📅 Host: John Mihalyo Episode Overview In this episode of The Catholic School Leaders Podcast , John Mihalyo sits down with his former colleague and friend, Donna Moss , to discuss a game-changing approach to tuition: the cost-based, need-based model . Many Catholic schools set tuition arbitrarily—raising rates...

Catholic School Leaders Podcast: Show Notes Episode Title: Unlocking Literacy and Math Strategies with Linda Ryan (Part 2) Host: John Mihalyo Guest: Linda Rhyne, Literacy Consultant and Founder of Linda Rhyne Consulting Episode Summary: In this follow-up conversation with literacy expert Linda Rhyne, we continue our deep dive into effective literacy strategies for Catholic schools. If you haven’t...

Episode Summary In this episode of The Catholic School Leaders Podcast , I sit down with Jethro Jones—an award-winning educator, consultant, and host of the Transformative Principal Podcast . Jethro has been a leader in school innovation for over a decade, and today, he joins me to discuss a hot topic in education: artificial intelligence (AI). We explore how AI is transforming the way schools ope...

Episode Title: Prioritizing Professional Growth as a Catholic School Leader 🎙 Guest: Anne Marie Maw 📅 Host: John Mihalyo Episode Overview In this episode of The Catholic School Leaders Podcast , John Mihalyo welcomes back Anne Marie Maw to discuss one of the most critical aspects of Catholic school leadership— professional growth . Anne Marie shares her passion for continuous learning and how pri...

Episode Summary: Have you ever had someone walk into your office with an exciting new idea for a school event, and you felt the pressure to act on it immediately? Before you rush into planning, press pause. In this episode, we discuss the common pitfalls of rushed event planning and how Catholic school leaders can create well-planned, mission-aligned, and impactful events. Whether it’s a fundraise...

Episode Summary: In this episode of The Catholic School Leaders Podcast , we dive into one of the most critical factors in a school’s success: branding and communication . In today’s competitive educational environment, Catholic schools must develop a strong, clear, and compelling brand to attract families, engage alumni, and secure donor support. John shares actionable strategies for Catholic sch...

Description: In this episode of The Catholic School Leaders Podcast , host John Mihalyo chats with Barb Flowers, a Life and Leadership Coach, about actionable time management strategies for Catholic school leaders. From auditing your schedule to setting boundaries and avoiding unnecessary meetings, discover how to free up hours in your week and focus on what truly matters. 🌟 Tune in for insights...

In this episode of the Catholic School Leaders Podcast, John Mihalyo delves into the essentials of creating a strong literacy program with Linda Rhyne, owner of Linda Rhyne Consulting and founding president of the Reading League of North Carolina. Together, they explore actionable strategies for integrating faith and academic growth, explicit and systematic instruction, and the effective use of te...

In this episode, host John Mihalyho explores the intersection of faith and scouting with guests Fr. Gerard Gentleman, National Chaplain for the National Catholic Committee on Scouting, and John Anthony, Chair of the National Catholic Committee on Scouting. They discuss how the principles of Catholic education align with scouting, the history and mission of Catholic Scouting, leadership development...

In this episode of the Catholic School Leaders podcast, John Mihalyo discusses leadership in Catholic education during the festive season, urging school leaders to also prepare for the return to school in January. From maintaining normalcy to effective communication and self-care, John shares practical tips to ensure a smooth transition back to school after the holidays. Learn more about today's s...