KSPrincipals Listen Up!
83 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsSharing school administration stories from across the great state of Kansas!
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Episodes
#ListenUp LIVE at USA-Kansas!- #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 82**
June 02, 2022 20:20 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MB#ListenUp Live at the USA-Kansas Conference Featuring: Lacy Warren - Atchison High School @lwarren30 Don Epps - Royster Middle School (Chanute) @DonEppsEDU Kelly Whittaker - Ottawa High School @kelwhitt217 Melissa Evans - Hutchinson Middle School @mrs_melevans Dave Morrow - St. Francis Schools Episode 82 is the final episode for host Trevor Goertzen; to follow his new journey in education & esports check out @Goertzen_edu
DON EPPS- PRINCIPAL - Royster Middle School -Chanute #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 81**
May 12, 2022 13:11 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBDon Epps- PRINCIPAL - Royster Middle School -Chanute #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 81** Follow Don's Journey @DonEppsEDU Topics Covered: -Leadership is like a Rocky Movie! -Being the BEST for kids -Micro visits - Winning Daily Moments -Leadership through History! -Fulfilling YOUR purpose
Randi Thyne- PRINCIPAL - Holcomb Elementary #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 80**
April 28, 2022 11:46 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MBRandi Thyne- PRINCIPAL - Holcomb Elementary #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 80** Topics Covered -Journey into leadership -Supporting staff -Staying Innovative with Writing support -Community involvement -What Randi is currently reading!
Erica Bammes- Principal - Lee Elementary- Manhattan-Ogden Schools #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 79**
April 14, 2022 10:22 - 39 minutes - 54 MBErica Bammes- Principal - Lee Elementary- Manhattan-Ogden Schools Topics Covered: -People come first -Transparency in leadership -Staying calm in challenging situations -Making others SHINE! -Importance of daily quiet time -What Erica is currently reading
Kansas Teacher Retention Initiative - Discussion- Stacey Green, Trevor Goertzen, Dr. Bret Church #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 78*
April 07, 2022 11:34 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MBKansas Teacher Retention Initiative - Discussion- Stacey Green, Trevor Goertzen, Dr. Bret Church #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 78* Follow the learning: @KSTchrRetention Topics Covered: -Discussion of the KTRI information -How to use the information as a district -Importance of Principal development -Why the survey results are important! The mission of the KTRI: The Kansas Teacher Retention Initiative is focused on measuring, understanding, interpreting, and disseminating data-driven...
Kelly Whittaker- PRINCIPAL - Ottawa High School #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 77**
March 24, 2022 12:05 - 39 minutes - 54.9 MBKelly Whittaker- PRINCIPAL - Ottawa High School Follow Kelly's Journey @kelwhitt217 Topics Covered: -Elementary Special Education to HS Administration -Personal drive to achieve -Collective Efficacy -Being forward thinking -The STEAM BUS! -Building capacity in others!
Dave Morrow- Principal - St. Francis 6-12 #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 76**
March 03, 2022 12:36 - 29 minutes - 40 MBDave Morrow- Principal - St. Francis 6-12 #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 76** Topics Covered: -Maintaining a small town heritage -Investing in a community -How MTSS redesigned us! -Empowering staff -Investing in your students -What Dave is currently reading
Rachel Lee- Principal - Sublette Elementary #ListenUp ** EPISODE 75**
February 17, 2022 12:37 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBRachel Lee- Principal - Sublette Elementary #ListenUp ** EPISODE 75** Topics Covered: -Thriving in a challenging year -Utilizing experiences to meet student needs -Having high expectations for students -The Ambassador Program -Sublette's PLC process -What Rachel is currently reading
Susan Holthaus- Principal - Grandview Elementary-ElDorado Schools #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 74**
February 03, 2022 12:07 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBSusan Holthaus- Principal - Grandview Elementary-ElDorado Schools #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 74** Follow Susan's Journey @SusanHolthaus Topics Covered: -Blue Ribbon Elementary -Teamwork Mentality! -Collaboration & Culture -Empowering others to be great -Celebrating staff & kids -What Susan is currently reading & learning
MELISSA EVANS- Asst. Principal - Hutchinson Middle School #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 73**
January 20, 2022 12:43 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBMelissa Evans - Asst. Principal - Hutchinson Middle School - EPISODE 73 Follow Melissa's Journey @mrs_melevans Topics Covered: -Melissa's path to school leadership -Finding joy in all things -Building & supporting a positive learning culture -Excitement of the Redesign Process -What Melissa is currently reading!
ERIC THOMAS- Executive Director of the Kansas Scholastic Press Association & Lecturer at the University of Kansas #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 72**
January 06, 2022 11:59 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBERIC THOMAS- Executive Director of the Kansas Scholastic Press Association & Lecturer at the University of Kansas #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 71** Follow Eric's Journey: @mrt_journ & @KansasReflector (https://kansasreflector.com/) Topics Covered: -Reporting on Kansas Journalism -Purpose of student journalism -Sharing student stories -Partnering with administration -Student rights in Journalism -Keeping open lines of communication
Caleb Smith- NewtonHigh School - Principal**KANSAS PRINCIPALS ASSOCIATION** #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 71**
December 16, 2021 13:17 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBCaleb Smith- NewtonHigh School - Principal Follow Caleb's Journey @NewtonHSKS Topics Covered: -Building School Culture -Sunshine Squad -Data that drives school culture? -Gaining input from staff & students -Protecting student learning time -What Caleb is currently reading!
Lacy Warren- Atchison High School - Principal**KANSAS PRINCIPALS ASSOCIATION** #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 70**
December 02, 2021 12:46 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBLacy Warren- Atchison High School - Principal **Episode 70** @ahsphoenix Topics Covered: -Lacy's administration journey -Individual Plans of Study (the Atchison Way!) -Creating partnerships with local industry -Utilizing a Seminar period -Blending SEL & IPS -What Lacy is currently reading!
John Cannon-LYONS PARK elementary **KANSAS PRINCIPALS ASSOCIATION** #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 69**
November 18, 2021 12:24 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBFollow John's Journey @LyonsParkPri 2021 NAESP National Distinguished Principal Topics Covered: -John's path to leadership -Navigator in the Navy to Principal -Developing a Trauma Responsive School -Recognizing the GOOD! -Positive Office Referrals -Kansas National Distinguished Principal
KANSAS PRINCIPALS #LISTENUP ** EPISODE 68** Bill Weber - Turner Middle School
November 04, 2021 11:52 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBBill Weber - Turner Middle School Follow Bill's journey @TMSbearsKS Topics Covered: -Opening a new building -Culture shifts in staff & leadership -Talking through challenges -Creating intentional time for student learning -Focus Fridays! -What Bill is currently reading
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 67** Trevor Goertzen - Principal - Spring Hill Middle School (Rebroadcasted from Principal Matters Podcast)
October 21, 2021 12:12 - 29 minutes - 42.1 MBTrevor Goertzen - Principal - Spring Hill Middle School (Rebroadcasted from Principal Matters Podcast) Follow Trevor's Journey @shms_growdaily Sharing a recent recording from the Principal Matters Podcast: https://williamdparker.com/2021/08/18/pmp258-bridging-academic-and-social-gaps-with-trevor-goertzen/ Trevor Goertzen was recognized in 2021 as a National Digital Principal of the Year. He currently serves as the Principal of Spring Hill Middle School in Spring Hill, Kansas, and is...
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 66** Jody Cole - Prairie Creek Elementary, Spring Hill Schools
October 07, 2021 12:35 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBJody Cole - Prairie Creek Elementary, Spring Hill Schools Follow Jody's Journey @PCESMustangs Topics Covered: -Journey into leadership -Wired to get work done -Choosing to be a stress-free leader -Finding the Root Cause -Importance of getting the right people to the table and talking -Never forget where you came from! -What Jody is currently reading to learn & grow!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 65** Trent Stern - Principal - Overland Trail Middle School
September 22, 2021 14:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBTrent Stern - Principal - Overland Trail Middle School Follow Trent's journey @DrSternOTM Topics Covered: -Coaching & Administration -Serving others first -Relationships driving decision making -Trent's 3 Core Values -Being authentic to yourself -What Trent is currently reading!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 64** -Jessica Griffin - Kansas Principals Association - Director of Professional Development
September 09, 2021 12:07 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBJessica Griffin - Kansas Principals Association - Director of Professional Development Topics Covered: -Jessica's journey into leadership -Staying engaged in and through district initiatives -The emotional challenges of leadership -How USA Kansas aims to support principals **Take Care of Yourself Tuesdays** https://usakansas.wildapricot.org/event-4428006
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 63** - Cara Ledy - Kansas Principals Association - Executive Director
August 26, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBCara Ledy - Kansas Principals Association - Executive Director Topics Covered: -Cara's journey in leadership -Lessons learned from 30+ years of experience -Supporting Principals! -Building relationships and trust with staff -What Cara is reading & listening to
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 62** Tyler Winebrenner - Principal, Inman High School
August 18, 2021 21:46 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBTyler Winebrenner - Principal, Inman High School Topics Covered: -Tyler's journey into administration -Staying "Hungry to Learn" -Staying a small town guy -Inman's career pathways -What Tyler is currently reading
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 61** Live at USA-Kansas!!
June 05, 2021 01:45 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MBKansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 61** Live at USA-Kansas!! Featuring: Eric Hoops - Chanute Elementary Jennifer Hill - Tecumseh South Elementary School Ryan Creadick - Liberty Middle School (Pratt, KS) Nick Owens - Solomon High School A live podcast from Maple 205 at the 2021 USA-Kansas Conference Topics Covered: -Successes from the year of the pandemic -Staff Celebrations -Leadership lessons learned -Moving forward
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 60** Reflections & USA-Kansas Workshop!
May 27, 2021 20:59 - 3 minutes - 5.48 MBEpisode 60 Reflections on the year & USA-Kansas Workshop! Topics Covered: -Live podcast on June 3rd at USA-Kansas Workshop -the year.... -KPA Booth!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 59** Sheila Meggers - Principal, Garden Plain Elementary. Renwick Schools
April 15, 2021 12:26 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MBSheila Meggers - Principal, Garden Plain Elementary. Renwick Schools Followed Sheila's journey @GpesElem Topics Covered: -The journey to administration -Changing perspectives -First-year challenges -Importance of a support team -Learning & Listening -There is no ONE way! -What Sheila is reading... -
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 58** Keith Wohlgemuth - Assistant Principal, Eudora Elementary
April 01, 2021 11:11 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MBKeith Wohlgemuth - Assistant Principal, Eudora Elementary Follow Keith's Journey @APWog491 Topics Covered: -Unique journey to administration -Power of Professional Development -Supporting student Lagging Skills -Developing the ability to adapt -Importance of SLOWING DOWN -What Keith is currently reading/listening too
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 57** New Administrator Series - Jennifer Hill - Principal, Tecumseh Elementary
March 18, 2021 13:14 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MBJennifer Hill - Principal, Tecumseh Elementary Topics Covered: -Path to leadership -Importance of teams -Supports within education & leadership -Trust Yourself! -What Jennifer is currently reading!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 56** - New Administrator Session 2; Dawn Blue - Assistant Principal -Haysville Middle School
March 04, 2021 12:53 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBNew Administrator Session 2 Dawn Blue - Assistant Principal -Haysville Middle School Follow Dawn's journey @HaysvilleMS_AD Topics Discussed: -My journey into administration -Thriving where you are stationed in life -Importance of the leadership team -Developing new leadership skills in Covid! -What Dawn is currently reading...
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 55 - New Administrator Session ;1 Dustin Razey - Greenwich Elementary
February 18, 2021 14:40 - 37 minutes - 52.4 MBDustin Razey - Greenwich Elementary Follow Dustin's journey @drazey82 Topics Covered: -A unique first year in administration -Being an administrator in your home town -Connections with staff, students & the community -Developing new procedures & systems for Covid -Importance of a strong front office!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 54** Connie Redic - Assistant Principal, Andover High school
February 04, 2021 12:56 - 29 minutes - 41.3 MBConnie Redic - Assistant Principal, Andover High School Follow Connie's Journey @APConRed Topics Covered: -Journey from education to med school back to education -Amplifying your IMPACT! -Being a voice for kids -The importance of teachers -Helping kids be their Best! -What Connie is reading....
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 53** Eric Hoops - Principal, Chanute Elementary - USD 413
January 21, 2021 13:36 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MBEric Hoops - Principal, Chanute Elementary - USD 413 Follow Eric's journey @principalhoops Topics Covered: -Being a Husker fan! -Importance of PERSPECTIVE in leadership -Staff Celebrations -Providing resources for and with the community & students -Developing your SIT team -Empowering Others! -The "why" of staffing decisions
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 52** Joe Coles - Educator
January 07, 2021 21:16 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MBJoe Coles - https://www.joecolesconsulting.com/ Lifelong educator, administrator, consultant, author, speaker Topics Covered -Lifetime of Leadership -Importance of Mentors -Building Intentional Relationships -Helping Others be Successful -Student Led Leadership Training -Enduring Leadership -Books Joe is Currently Reading -
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 51** Nicholas Owen - Principal, Solomon High School
December 17, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBNicholas Owen - Principal, Solomon High School Follow Nicholas's Journey @Owenn22 Topics Covered: -Finding ways to support kids! -Transitioning from a large to a small district -Providing OPTIONS to kids for their futures -Importance of being a part of the community -Celebrating awesome staff & students
Kansas Principals #ListenUp **EPISODE 50** Jethro Jones -Transformative Principal
November 25, 2020 23:54 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MBEpisode 50 Jethro Jones - Transformative Principal Follow Jethro's Journey @jethrojones or visit his website & content at: https://www.jethrojones.com/ Topics Covered: -Journey into school leadership -Learning from others -Recognizing the POTENTIAL in Staff -Recognizing the POTENTIAL in Students -Being a Strengths drive leader -Setting up others for success -Student-centered leadership
Kansas Principals #ListenUp **Episode 49**John Befort - Principal; Washington Elementary, Ellis, KS
November 12, 2020 13:27 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBJohn Befort - Principal; Washington Elementary. Ellis, KS Topics Covered: -Supporting Staff -Utilizing 1:1 in Elementary Schools -Growing up in Ellis -Developing Staff -NAESP service & lesson learned -What John is getting ready to read!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp **Episode 48** Shawn Roberts - Scott City Elementary
October 29, 2020 12:57 - 29 minutes - 41.4 MBShawn Roberts - Principal, Scott City Elementary Follow Shawn's Journey @sces466 Topics Covered: -Halloween Parade pivot at Scott City -Problem Solving with staff -7 Mindsets -Building Capacity in Staff -Covid leadership -"Coaching Conversations"
Kansas Principals #ListenUp **Episode 49** Shawn Roberts - Scott City Elementary
October 29, 2020 12:57 - 29 minutes - 41.4 MBShawn Roberts - Principal, Scott City Elementary Follow Shawn's Journey @sces466 Topics Covered: -Halloween Parade pivot at Scott City -Problem Solving with staff -7 Mindsets -Building Capacity in Staff -Covid leadership -"Coaching Conversations"
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 47** Glenda Cowell - Principal, Mulvane High School
October 08, 2020 12:31 - 31 minutes - 50.2 MBGlenda Cowell - Principal, Mulvane High School Follow Glenda's @glenda_cowell Topics Covered: - 15 yrs in Administration - All about the people! - Moving home to be an Administrator - Staying an Instructional Leader through the COVID challenges... - AM/PM split for Hybrid - Walk Through model - "Take it as is comes!" - What Glenda is currently reading...
Kansas Principals #ListenUp **Episode 46** Ben Jimenez-KPA President & Assistant Principal, Manhattan High School
September 10, 2020 12:16 - 33 minutes - 50.4 MBFollow Ben's Journey @bjimenez_ben Topics Covered: -Celebrating the legacy of Duane Dorshorst -Leadership during uncertain times -Adjusting to new roles in leadership -Ben's leadership evolution -What Ben is currently reading!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 45** Dr. Britton Hart, Jerry Henn, Duane Dorshorst - Kansas Leadership Roundtable
June 01, 2020 13:04 - 49 minutes - 68.5 MBKansas Leadership Roundtable Featuring: Dr. Britton Hart-@brlihr Jerry Henn-@jerryhenn5 Duane Dorshorst-@DorshorstDuane Topics Covered: -Kansas Leaders in 2019/2020 -Importance of professional networks -Connecting with colleagues & learning from others -Empowering building leaders -Staying uncomfortable in leadership -21st Century Leadership Program -Jerry, Britton & Duane's professional goals for 2020/2021
Kansas Principals #ListenUp **Episode 44** - Alma Henry - Principal, Hutchinson Stem Magnet at Allen
May 14, 2020 13:07 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBAlma Henry - Principal, Hutchinson Stem Magnet at Allen Follow Alma's journey @alma_henry Topics Covered: -Stem Pedagogy -Design Thinking in Elementary School -Hiring the right staff -Conversation Stems for Feedback - Innovation through Covid-19 -What Alma is NOT good at?!?
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 43** Kelly Begley-McCall - Principal, Clear Creek Elementary - Desoto Public Schools
May 07, 2020 12:28 - 42 minutes - 59 MBKelly McCall - Principal, Clear Creek Elementary - Desoto Public Schools Follow Kelly's journey @mccall_kelley Topics Covered: -Building Relationships with Administrators -Creating lasting professional connections -Voxer & Twitter -Sharing YOUR story -How Clear Creek is support kids during the Covid-19 -Maintaining positive school culture -What Kelley is NOT good at
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 42** Jeff Sells - Assistant Principal, Rose Hill Middle School
April 23, 2020 13:58 - 34 minutes - 48.1 MBJeff Sells - Assistant Principal, Rose Hill Middle School Follow Jeff's Journey @APJeffSells Topics Covered: -Innovation & Growth -Supporting each other during challenging times -Transitioning to the Principalship -Building a new culture -What Jeff is NOT good at!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 41** Justin Wasmuth - Principal, Marion Elementary
April 09, 2020 13:49 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBJustin Wasmuth - Principal, Marion Elementary Follow Justin's Journey @MES_Principal Topics Covered: -Covid 19 Changes -Blue Ribbon School -Goal Driven School -Changes in Education -What Justin is NOT good at!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp **Episode 40** - Kim Batman - Principal - South Gray Schools/Montezuma, KS.
March 27, 2020 17:22 - 37 minutes - 52 MBKim Batman - Principal - South Gray Schools/Montezuma, KS. Follow Kim's Journey @kkbat11 Topics Covered: -The NEW normal?? -Being a PK-5 & 9-12 Principal -30yrs of experience & wisdom -Creating Trauma-Informed Building -Working with staff during Covid-19 expectations -Getting out of an educational RUT! -What Kim is NOT good at!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 39** Craig Idacavage - Principal: David Brewer Elementary, Leavenworth Schools
March 19, 2020 13:18 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MBCraig Idacavage - Principal: David Brewer Elementary, Leavenworth Schools Follow Craig's Journey @idacavagec Topics Covered: -School of Character -Gemini Launch -10 Min Meetings -Soft Starts to the student day -Giving Grace -What Craig is NOT good at!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp **Episode 38** - Courtney McCartney - Principal, Frank Layden Elementary - Frontenac, KS
March 05, 2020 10:28 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBCourtney McCartney - Principal, Frank Layden Elementary - Frontenac, KS Follow Courtney's Journey @cmccartney93 Topics Covered: -Apollo II School -The House System (based on the Ron Clarke Academy) -Just Talk to Kids -Teaching Virtue -What Courtney is NOT good at!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 37** Jason Johnson - Principal, Holcomb High School
February 20, 2020 13:11 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MBJason Johnson - Principal, Holcomb High School Follow Jason's Journey @HolcombHighPrin Topics Covered: -Helping Kids Feel Valued & Honored -Lesson learned during while progressing in Educational Leadership -Holcomb's VIP -Being a TUG Boat for staff -Developing in your personal leadership -Flex Mod Scheduling & Student Accountability
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 36** Jason Diseker - Principal, Seymour Rogers Middle School - Liberal Schools
February 06, 2020 12:22 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MBJason Diseker - Principal, Seymour Rogers Middle School - Liberal Schools Follow Jason's Journey @JasonDiseker Topics Covered: -Developing Leadership Capacity in your Staff -Professional Learning -Using AVID in middle school -Building an Effective Team -Best Practices for Teachers
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 35** Mindy Sanders - Principal, McKinley Elementary - Abilene Public Schools
January 23, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBMindy Sanders - Principal, McKinley Elementary - Abilene Public Schools Follow Mindy's Journey @MCK435Principal Topics Covered: -Importance of school to school communication -MTSS grouping and organization -Helping students transition grade levels -Developing Systems of Support -What Mindy is NOT good at!
Kansas Principals #ListenUp ** Episode 34** Dustin Little - Principal, Norwich MS/HS. Kingman-Norwich Schools
January 09, 2020 12:10 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBDustin Little - Principal, Norwich MS/HS. Kingman-Norwich Schools Follow Dustin's Journey @Norwich_Admin Topics Covered: -Developing partnerships with the elementary school -Peer Mentoring -Getting out of the way when staff have ideas -Bold leadership moves in your first year -Flex Day for HS students -What Dustin is NOT good at!