Podcast appearances and mentions of jen schwanke

It's Monday, so that means it's time for another Monday Matters episode! This week, Jen and I are continuing a series of conversations that revolve around the chapters from my new book, Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? An Educator's Guide to Doing What You Love. The chapter we're discussing this week is called “Let's […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Let's Talk About Money appeared first on Principal Matters.

Hi, Friends! Welcome back to another installment of Monday Matters! This week, I am joined by Jen Schwanke to talk about a chapter called “Will It Fly?”  in my new book, Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? An Educator's Guide to Doing What You Love.  When I wrote this chapter, I wanted to share with […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Will It Fly? appeared first on Principal Matters.

Welcome back to another episode of Monday Matters! This week, Jen and I are talking about chapter 6 from my new book, Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? An Educator's Guide to Doing What You Love. But before we jump into that discussion, we would like to share some details about some upcoming conferences we […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? appeared first on Principal Matters.

Hi, friends, and welcome back to Monday Matters! Today Jen and I are discussing the value of consistency, which is one of the chapters in my new book Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? An Educator's Guide to Doing What You Love. To start out the conversation, Jen shares the heartwarming story of a nurse, […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – The Value of Consistency appeared first on Principal Matters.

Welcome back to another episode of Monday Matters! This week, Will and Jen are talking about another chapter from Will's new book, Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? An Educator's Guide to Doing What You Love. Throughout their conversation, Will and Jen discuss how important it is for school leaders to stay curious. One of […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Curiosity Plus Inquiry Equals Discovery appeared first on Principal Matters.

Happy Friday! This week our encore episode is a conversation between Jen Schwanke and I, focused on encouraging and motivating staff. Listen in to hear us discuss the following reminders for education leaders: Tune in to hear the full conversation or check out the original blog post to learn more. Thank you doing what matters! The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP278: Encouraging & Motivating Staff with Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

A Quick Note to Listeners: —- The Question of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks.Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What's your summer math plan this year? A great way to start is by ordering FREE summer workbook samples at Summer Pops Workbooks.com. —- Before this […] The post PMP446: Recovering After Fire with Lana Penley & Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

Welcome back to Monday Matters! This week, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke are discussing a chapter from Will's new book, Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? An Educator's Guide to Doing What You Love. The chapter is on avoiding the binary, and discusses innovative ways for readers to approach decision making in their work through […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Avoiding the Binary appeared first on Principal Matters.

Happy Friday! This week's encore episode is one from 2021, a conversation between Will Parker and Jen Schwanke about school discipline. Listen in to hear them talk about several different ways to approach consequences for student discipline, as well as some great advice and practical applications to approaching discipline. You can learn more by tuning […] The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP271: Answering Questions on School Discipline with Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

A Quick Note to Listeners: —- The Question of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks.Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What's your summer math plan this year? A great way to start is by ordering FREE summer workbook samples at Summer Pops Workbooks.com. —- Before this […] The post PMP445: Powerful Voices in Education with Donna Hayward and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

This week on Monday Matters, Will and Jen talk about professional pathways for educators and getting through the end of the school year. They discuss strategies for powering through what Will and Jen call the “slog” at the end of the school year, and share how they have each adjusted their mindset to have a […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Professional Pathways for Educators appeared first on Principal Matters.

This conversation explores the profound impact of recent immigration policy changes on teachers and students, focusing on the emotional and practical challenges faced in educational settings. Panelists discuss the anxiety and fear stemming from the potential presence of immigration agents in schools, the importance of clear communication and support systems, and strategies for creating safe spaces for students. The discussion highlights the importance of collaboration among educators, community organizations, and school leadership in effectively navigating these challenges. Follow on Twitter @Jenschwanke @drjenschwanke.bsky.social | @jehan_hakim | @msdarasavage @ExcelLYNNCE | @kbustosdiaz | @jonHarper70bd | @bamradionetwork Jehan Hakim is a mother and Houston-based educational consultant with over a decade of experience in empowering educators and organizational leaders through culturally responsive pedagogy and professional development. Jen Schwanke, Ed.D., has been an educator for almost three decades, teaching or leading at all levels. She is the author of four books published by ASCD, including The Principal's Guide to Conflict Management, and has published hundreds of articles in various education publications. In addition to providing professional development to districts in the areas of school climate, personnel, and instructional leadership, Schwanke presents at conferences for ASCD, NAESP, NASSP, AASA, and various state and local education organizations. She is the co-host of the popular “Principal Matters” podcast and an instructor in educational administration at The Ohio State University and Miami University of Ohio. Dr. Schwanke currently serves as a Deputy Superintendent in Ohio.– Kenya Bustos Diaz is a freshman ENL Teacher From Veracruz, Mexico, DACA recipient. Social Justice Mentor for Future Teachers of Color at Butler University Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Butler University. Dara Laws Savage is a 26-year educator from the great state of Delaware. She has served on numerous local, regional, and state committees, and has been Teacher of the Year in two different districts. She is an Emeritus national faculty member of PBLWorks, and is presently the English 9 teacher and Instructional Coach at the Early College High School at Delaware State University while working on her doctorate. Dara is a proud Board of Education member for the Seaford School District (alumna) and she is the owner of Savage Educational Consulting. Tom Rademacher has spent the last two decades devoted to students and education. He's the author of 50 Strategies for Learning without Screens, It Won't Be Easy, Raising Ollie, and the forthcoming chapter book series Bucket and Friends. Tom was named Minnesota's 2014 Teacher of the Year, and before teaching mostly wrote bad poetry and talked about Kurt Cobain. He lives too close to the Mall of America in Minnesota with his wife, son, and absolute chonk of a dog.

Happy Monday, friends! This week for Monday Matters, Jen and Will are taking some time to catch up and talk about the exciting work we have been doing recently.  Jen talks about a presentation she gave recently. By the time this recording comes out, she will have returned from speaking at national school boards association […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Catching Up appeared first on Principal Matters.

Welcome back to Encore Friday! This week's episode is one from 2021, a conversation with Jen Schwanke about gaining buy-in and building leadership teams. Tune in to hear us answer the following questions from principals: Listen in to hear the entire episode, or follow this link to read the original blog post. Thank you for […] The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP270: Gaining Buy-In & Building Leadership Teams with Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

Hi, friends. This week for Monday Matters, Jen and I are taking some time to talk about an exciting new offering from Principal Matters, led by Jen Schwanke! Based on her book, The Principal's Guide to Conflict Management, Jen will be leading a 3-hour masterclass on June 3rd, 2025, at 11 am EDT. This dynamic […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Introducing a New PD Offering from Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

Welcome back to Monday Matters! This week Jen Schwanke and Will Parker are sharing some lessons learned from doing PD with school leaders. They talk about some of the strengths that leaders who are women bring to the table, as well as strengths that leaders who are men bring to the table. During their conversation, […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Tips on Maintaining Sanity appeared first on Principal Matters.

This week on Monday Matters, Jen and I talk about some of the responses to the “Dear Colleague” letter sent out by the US Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Sent to educators across the country, this letter has generated a multitude of responses from teachers, principals, and superintendents alike. If you would like […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Dear Colleague Letter appeared first on Principal Matters.

Happy Friday! This week's encore episode is one from 2022, in which I interview Jen Schwanke about her book The Teacher's Principal: How School Leaders can Support and Motivate Their Teachers. Jen shares a ton of great takeaways in this episode; I learned a lot from her as I listened back to this it! Give […] The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP303: Intro to the Teacher's Principal with Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

On this week's installment of Monday Matters, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke have a conversation about leaving your legacy and making your mark. Some topics covered in the conversation are: Listen in to hear the full conversation! Below is a piece written by William D. Parker about the topics discussed in this episode: Remembering Faces […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Remembering Faces appeared first on Principal Matters.

This week on Monday Matters, Will and Jen are doing something they have not done before: talking about books they're currently reading. Will talks about reading the book, The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese. Jen recently finished a book called Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May. Listen […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Reflections appeared first on Principal Matters.

Happy Monday! This week, Jen and I cover the topic of decision making for school leaders. Specifically, we consider the question: What goes in to the thought process when a leader has to make a decision? Some of the pieces of the decision making process we cover are: Listen in to hear our full answer […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker- Decision Making appeared first on Principal Matters.

It's Encore Friday! This week's episode is an interview from 2023 with Jen Schwanke and Robyn Jackson. Listen in to hear them discuss topics like: You can also check out the original blog post for this episode here. Thank you for doing what matters! The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP368: Buildership with Robyn Jackson and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

For this week's Monday Matters topic, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke talk about AI in schools. While neither of them are experts on the subject, they acknowledge that AI is something that impacts everyone in the education world. Some of the points they address in this conversation are: Now It's Your Turn: What are some […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – AI in Schools appeared first on Principal Matters.

In this week's Monday Matters, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke talk about their word for 2025.  Upcoming Events If you're going to be in St George, Utah, February 12-14, 2025, let Jen know as she's speaking at the Utah Association of Elementary School Principals.  Word for 2025: Jen's word for 2025 is equanimity – defined […] The post MONDAY MATTERS – What is your one word for 2025? appeared first on Principal Matters.

This week, President Trump signed executive orders that profoundly affect teaching and learning. The most immediate involves mass deportation and authorizing immigration agents to make arrests at schools. To understand how the education community is navigating these developments, we contacted teachers, principals, superintendents, education reporters, and immigration lawyers. We encountered intense emotions and confusion; many were unwilling or unprepared to speak publicly. We eventually found a group that was willing to share their thoughts, feelings, plans, and resources they're using. Most of all, they offered their best reasons for hope amid the uncertainty ahead. Jessica Heiser is the Founder & Lead Project Attorney at Imprint Legal Group, a national law and consulting firm that specializes in protected class law. Jessica is a two-time graduate of Northwestern University, where she earned a B.A. with Honors and, fifteen years later, earned a Master's certificate in Leading Equity and Inclusion in Organizations. After teaching middle and high school students in St. Louis and Los Angeles, Jessica put herself through law school at DePaul University College of Law and practiced school and employment law for almost twelve years. After becoming a certified diversity, equity, and inclusion practitioner, she gave up her partnership in a large law firm to launch Imprint Legal Group, a women- and disability-owned business that guides organizations in proactively combining compliance and culture. Jessica is the recipient of the prestigious Diversity in Law Award and has been tapped to serve on the Indiana Supreme Court Commission for Equity and Access and National School Board Association Title IX Advisory Group. Jen Schwanke, Ed.D., has been an educator for almost three decades, teaching or leading at all levels. She is the author of four books published by ASCD, including The Principal's Guide to Conflict Management, and has published hundreds of articles in various education publications. In addition to providing professional development to districts in the areas of school climate, personnel, and instructional leadership, Schwanke presents at conferences for ASCD, NAESP, NASSP, AASA, and various state and local education organizations. She is the co-host of the popular “Principal Matters” podcast and an instructor in educational administration at The Ohio State University and Miami University of Ohio. Dr. Schwanke currently serves as a Deputy Superintendent in Ohio.– Zaidee Stavely covers bilingual education, early education and immigration as it relates to schools and hosts EdSource's Education Beat podcast. She is a bilingual print and radio reporter who has worked in Mexico and the U.S. She has covered education, immigration, environmental justice and traditional arts for KQED, Radio Bilingüe, and Public Radio International's “The World,” among other outlets. Zaidee has won numerous awards for her journalism, including an Emmy, a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award, an Excellence in Journalism Award from SPJ Northern California, and the Rubén Salazar Award from CCCNMA: Latino Journalists of California. She grew up in rural Mendocino County, where both her parents taught in public one-room schoolhouses. She has a Master's degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism and a B.A. in Latin American and Latino Studies and Community Studies from UC Santa Cruz. She lives in Oakland with her husband and two children.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  —- The Question of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks. Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What's your summer math plan this year? A […] The post PMP433: The Benefits of Building Trust with Brent Jaco appeared first on Principal Matters.

In this week's check-in, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker discuss habits and intentions surrounding commitments to your well-being as a leader.  Both of them share reflections on seasons in life, challenges we face in our personal and professional lives, and ways to stay present in our mindsets and practices. You can stay connected with our […] The post MONDAY MATTERS – Your Well-Being and Meet Cherith Aven, OKED Run Club appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  —- The Question of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks. Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What's your summer math plan this year? A […] The post PMP432: Be the Shift with Joshua Yeager appeared first on Principal Matters.

I've been thinking about some of the tensions leaders feel when trying to guide improvement among students and teachers.  In a recent interview with David Yeager, author of 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People: A Groundbreaking Approach to Leading the Next Generation―And Making Your Own Life Easier, we discussed how good classroom […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Crucial Conversations vs. Super Star Phrasing appeared first on Principal Matters.

Happy Friday! This week we are re-releasing an archival episode, from 2022, where Jen Schwanke joins me to discuss her book, You're the Principal, Now What? Check out this link to read the original blog post about PMP304 or listen in wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for doing what matters! The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP304: You're the Principal, Now What? Revisited Part 1 appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  —- The Question of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks. Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What's your summer math plan this year? A […] The post PMP431: Connecting Leaders with Ross Romano and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How can leaders feel heard and ensure that responses lead to meaningful change, rather than seeming like a waste of time? Listen in for our response and thank you for […] The post PMP430: Culturizing for Impact with Cale Birk appeared first on Principal Matters.

In this week's episode, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker discuss the new weekly show providing listeners some current updates on professional development they are offering to educators. They also discuss topics they come across when coaching or serving education leaders.  In the weeks ahead, they plan to talk about topics like: What's Coming Up in […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen and Will – What is Monday Matters? appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What strategies help maintain focus on long-term vision and direction in the face of daily challenges? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Jeff […] The post PMP429: Finding Solutions with Jeff Jones appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do leaders know when to protect staff from initiatives (buffer) and when to connect to initiatives that are handed down to them? Listen in for our response and thank […] The post PMP427: The Fulcrum Position in Education with Olina Banerji appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you navigate bureaucracy, especially with frequent shifts in focus that make previous efforts seem irrelevant? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet […] The post PMP426: What Makes a Great Principal with George Couros appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you handle the tendency to catastrophize, which can drain energy and focus? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Kenny Rodrequez Dr. […] The post PMP425: The Power of Engagement with Dr. Kenny Rodrequez appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What strategies work best when dealing with others who are resistant to growth? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! The Principal as a Mentor […] The post PMP424: Principal as Mentor and Coach with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What are the best practices for improving communication and fostering a sense of ownership among staff? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Garth […] The post PMP423: Extinguishing Fires Within Assessment and Grading Reform with Garth Larson appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How can I use time effectively while also making time for self-care? Here's a free resource Will refers to by Michael Hyatt: https://assessments.fullfocus.co/lifescore/ Also, check out Will's book, Pause. Breathe. […] The post PMP422: Pathway for Mindful Teachers with Danielle Nuhfer appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How can I exercise my voice as a ‘guardian' without coming off as ‘challenging'? Will refers to a resource The 5 Voices: How to Communicate Effectively with Everyone You Lead […] The post PMP421: Smarter Budgets, Smarter Schools with Nate Levenson and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you help teachers keep their ‘Why' in the forefront of their minds?  Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! David Yeager, PhD, is a […] The post PMP420: Mentoring Mindset with David Yeager appeared first on Principal Matters.

Are you struggling with conflict in your school? In this must-listen episode, guest Jen Schwanke, author of 'The Principal's Guide to Conflict', joins to tackle one of the most challenging aspects of school leadership. Discover why conflict isn't always bad, learn a practical three-step process for managing disagreements, and gain invaluable insights on maintaining your cool when tensions run high. Whether you're a seasoned principal or new to the role, this episode offers game-changing strategies to transform how you handle conflict, boost your leadership skills, and create a more positive school culture. Don't miss out on this opportunity to turn conflict into a catalyst for growth and success in your school!Visit jenschwanke.com HERE.Get Jen's book, The Principal's Guide to Conflict ManagementConnect with Barb on Linkedin HERE.Check out Barb's Instagram @BarbFlowersCoaching HERE for more tips and strategies!Sign up HERE for a FREE Consultation and learn more about how I can help you with one-on-one coaching.Tired of second-guessing your decisions as a principal? Download my free course! Access it here.Click HERE to get a Free Guide for Setting Boundaries

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you create schedules for observing teachers in advance? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Dr. Jim Van Allan Dr. Jim Van […] The post PMP419: Energy Bus for Schools with Dr. Jim Van Allan and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What are some best practices in other school buildings to “flatten the walls of the school”? Where did you start on this journey/process? [The idea of flattening the walls means […] The post PMP418: Maintaining Your Passion with Wes Cottongim appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you manage displacement conversations after teachers find out they are not returning? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet David James David […] The post PMP417: How To Design Smarter Schedules with David James appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What's the best way to find a ‘balanced' leadership team when interviewing?  It's hard sometimes to go ‘deep' and really see who people are in a formal interview. Will mentions […] The post PMP416: Every Student Has a Name with Will Parker and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: We are entering a new quarter. If boundaries need to be reset, what do you suggest? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Frederick […] The post PMP415: Reclaiming Purpose with Frederick Buskey appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you drill down the big buckets in assigning key responsibility areas to the individual involvement of the team? Example: Testing can be led by 1 but is a […] The post PMP414: Managing Your Priorities with Mark Shellinger appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do I identify the people I can trust to support me or assign positions of management? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet […] The post PMP413: The Art of Transformational Coaching with Elena Aguilar appeared first on Principal Matters.