The Leaders Lounge - AASPA Podcast

In this episode, Geoffrey Kartes from Edustaff explores how to better help schools navigate staffing shortages through innovative substitute and special education staffing solutions. Learn how they’re changing perceptions of third-party staffing and what’s next for the future of K–12 workforce support.

In this episode, we dive into what it truly means to be an ambassador for your organization. Who can take on this role—and how do you prepare them for success? Our guest, Jackie Levine, shares insights on building a strong internal ambassador program, its impact on organizational culture and visibility, and how they trained employees to step into this powerful role. 

Holly McIntush & Jackie Wernz walk us through their Pre-Conference session about Education Law / Shifting Civil Rights Landscape

Our guest today is Flor Perry. She has been the Position Management Specialist at the Atlanta Public School System for the last 3 years and she will be presenting at this year’s Annual Conference in Seattle. Flor's LinkedIn profile: www.linkedin.com/in/FAMP  

Today Jennifer Powell, Attorney with Eichelbaum Wardell Hansen Powell & Munoz, PC joined us to discuss the new FLSA regulations. Follow Jennifer at @jpowell_edlaw for updates on this subject.

Speaker, MC, Award-Winning Storyteller, Hall of Fame Motivational Speaker and Comedian. Kelly will be the EmCee at AASPA's 86th Annual Conference. You can find all of her social media here: www.motivationalspeakerkellyswanson.com

Mollie Boone, Coordinator of Retention & Recruitment at St. Lucie Public Schools, shares insights on developing and implementing innovative strategies to attract and retain top talent, ensuring a steady pipeline of dedicated, qualified professionals who align with the district’s mission.

In this episode, we’re joined by Katina Bookard, an instructor and mentor with Moreland University, to discuss How to Recruit and Hire Diverse Teachers . Katina shares practical strategies and valuable insights on creating inclusive hiring practices, building diverse pipelines, and fostering an environment where all educators can thrive. 

Dr. Chip Kay and Henry Wellington discuss how school leaders use teacher survey data to improve working conditions and boost retention. Learn how actionable insights from engagement and exit surveys lead to policies that support teachers and create lasting change in schools.

Marco Holland and Dayton Hibbs walk us through their process for improving organizational culture, enhancing staff quality, and aligning HR strategies with educational goals.

Jessica Bennington explores how districts can develop systems that truly honor employee work-life integration. We dive into the importance of gathering employee voice through focus groups, discussing strategies to ensure diverse perspectives are heard and highlighting how to effectively implement the data collected to create meaningful solutions.

Eric Melnyczenko outlines the tips and tools school districts can use to attract and retain staff in challenging times.

Navigating Changes in HR Technology: Strategies for Public School Systems

Sean Petro addresses the common misconceptions that new generations encounter when entering the education workforce and explores ways to overcome them.

In this episode, we sit down with Brian Murphy, HR director of Toledo Public Schools in Ohio, and discuss how AI has optimized his Department.

In this episode, we tackle the new world of Artificial Intelligence. We sit down with Dr. Dale Fisher, the assistant superintendent for Human Resources at Deerfield public schools in Illinois, and discuss how his district is navigating AI. What may seem like an overwhelming and scary new technology, may hold the key to optimizing your HR department.