Podcast appearances and mentions of William D Parker

In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with the brilliant William D. Parker—an award-winning former principal, author, speaker, and executive coach. Will is the founder of Principal Matters, LLC and the host of Principal Matters: The School Leader's Podcast, with over 1.5 million downloads. Through his coaching, books, and virtual leadership academies, Will empowers school leaders to improve culture, communication, and student outcomes.Together, Darrin and Will dive deep into the real and raw experiences of school leadership. Will shares his journey from teacher to principal, including the moment he almost walked away from education—and the letter of resignation that changed his life. They explore the importance of reflection, well-being, and why leaders must pour into themselves before they can lead others.They also discuss Will's latest book, Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? An Educator's Guide to Doing What You Love, and how leaders can take back their autonomy by acting with clarity, curiosity, and intention.Key Takeaways:Leadership begins with personal wellness: Will's turning point came through a wake-up call at home, leading him to redefine how he approached leadership.The question every educator should ask: Whose permission are you waiting for?Leading with curiosity can unlock clarity and drive real school improvement.Scaling your influence is not about doing more—it's about sharing your expertise and elevating others.Reflection and coaching provide the safe space leaders need to grow.Quotes:"You become a better leader when you start pouring into yourself.""You don't need someone's permission to do what's right for kids.""Scaling your influence is an obligation. Don't keep your expertise to yourself.""Curiosity + Inquiry = Discovery. That's the formula for powerful leadership."Connect with William D. Parker:Website: williamdparker.comEmail: will@williamdparker.comLinkedIn: William D. ParkerInstagram: @william_d_parkerFacebook: William Davis ParkerResources Mentioned:Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? by William D. ParkerPause. Breathe. Flourish. by William D. ParkerThe Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay StanierPrincipal Matters: The School Leader's Podcast hosted by Will ParkerWant more? Visit roadtoawesome.net for leadership coaching, professional development, and keynote speaking that...

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.

About the Guest(s): Will Parker hosts "Principal Matters: The School Leaders Podcast." With a rich background in education spanning over three decades, Will Parker has established himself as a seasoned educator and an influential voice in school leadership. Having served as a high school administrator for over 13 years and then as an executive director for a state Principals association, Parker boasts an extensive understanding of the challenges and triumphs within educational leadership. In his current role, he dedicates himself full-time to Principal Matters LLC, offering consulting services to principals and leaders across schools in the United States and internationally. His podcast has reached an impressive milestone, boasting 1.4 million downloads and nearly 400 episodes.Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of the Think Inclusive podcast, host Tim Villegas welcomes Will Parker, a seasoned educator and podcaster, to delve into the nuanced world of school leadership and the pressing issues facing principals today. Addressing the current climate in educational leadership, Parker brings to light the arduousness of a principal's role, especially in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.The conversation begins with Parker highlighting the findings of a survey by the National Association of Secondary School Principals, revealing the staggering stress levels and mental health needs among school leaders. He highlights the complexities of managing safety, inclusivity, and the school environment amidst heightened scrutiny. As the dialogue progresses, they touch on the fundamental importance of inclusion not only for students but also for educators, illustrating how dignity and equitable access in education are central tenets of Parker's ethos. Showcasing real-world experiences, Parker shares poignant narratives reflective of the transformative power of empathetic leadership in schools.Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/K1jQrg_5VWcDKVxWpRWgaQ6Y1RoKey Takeaways:A significant number of school leaders consider career changes due to high-stress levels and confrontations, which sheds light on the current crisis in leadership within the education sector.Inclusion is vital to the fabric of educational environments, emphasizing the human right to education for all children, irrespective of background or ability.Leadership involves a keen understanding of the individuals you serve, requiring differentiation in teaching, disciplinary approaches, and communication.The episode addresses the necessity for educators and leaders to uphold principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion amidst politically charged environments, emphasizing demonstrating unwavering love and support for students.Imaginative thinking and empathetic engagement are foundational strategies for school leaders to support teachers and nurture a successful learning environment, especially regarding inclusion.Resources:Principal Matters with William D. Parker: https://williamdparker.com/NASSP Survey of Principals and Students Reveals the Extent of Challenges Facing Schools: https://www.nassp.org/news/nassp-survey-of-principals-and-students-reveals-the-extent-of-challenges-facing-schools/Thank you to our sponsor, DCMP: https://dcmp.org/MCIE: https://www.mcie.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A few words from William D. Parker Hey everyone, William D. Parker here from Principal Matters: The School Leader's Podcast. With over 1.4 million downloads and a decade of content for school leaders, our resources are always available for you at williamdparker.com. As we dive into May 2024, I'm reminded of the craziness this time […] The post PMP395: Embracing MESSY Leadership with Alyssa Gallagher and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

In this week's episode, William D. Parker interviews Tomas Macaluso, a dynamic first-year principal who began his journey in Career and Technical Education (CTE), where he served for 10 years as a CTE teacher. In this role, Tomas taught business, graphic design, and IT. His major contribution was helping establish a signature academy, available to […] The post PMP394: Lessons from a First Year Principal with Tomas Macaluso appeared first on Principal Matters.

Hi, Friends. William D. Parker here. As you listen to this week's show, you're going to hear a powerful conversation Dr. Jen Schwanke has interviewing author and educator Kim Strobel. Kim Strobel is a motivational powerhouse, inspiring lives and organizations as a keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and happiness coach. Overcoming personal adversities, she embarked on […] The post PMP392: Small Steps to Big Joy with Kim Strobel and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

In this week's episode, Dr. Jen Schwanke and William D. Parker delve into the complexities of decision-making, particularly in leadership roles. Both share insights and strategies to navigate the often murky waters of making the “right” decisions. Continuous Learning and Humility Will emphasizes the importance of humility in leadership, advocating for a mindset of constant […] The post PMP338: How Do You Know if You're Making the Right Decision? – with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters.

Conflicts are inevitable. The question is how do you manage them in healthy ways with the appropriate mindset, anticipation, analysis, and action? This week, Dr. Jen Schwanke shares takeaways with William D. Parker from Jen's new book, The Principal's Guide to Conflict Management. Listen-in as Jen explains how to approach conflict with courage. Learn the […] The post PMP383: The Principal's Guide to Conflict Management – Jen's new book! appeared first on Principal Matters.

Hello Colleagues and welcome to another 5 for Friday episode of The Assistant Principal Podcast! Today's shout out goes to…William D Parker, host of the Principal Matters Podcast and a kind, gentle, and caring human being who is quickly becoming a good friend. Will released his interview of me back on August 9. My biggest fan – my wife Pam – said it is the best I have done in an interview and Wil made it easy. That's episode 356 of The Principal Matters Podcast. Will was also kind enough to leave a glowing review on Apple podcasts, so thank you Will!---Takeaway1.     Relationships exist in two basic spheres2.     When we understand how, in an individual's life, their work and home lives influence each other, we can be confident that we have a collegial relationship3.     The collegial relationship helps us to serve the person because:a.     We know what they wantb.     We have insight into how to help them get therec.     We can coach them , which is one of the best ways to help people grow.  That is this week's Five for Friday rendition of The Assistant Principal Podcast.  Thank you for including me on your leadership journey. ---Please remember to subscribe and rate this podcast. Rating the show helps others find it, and if you want to be a superfan, consider leaving a review. Again, you'll be helping others find the show and you'll be making me smile. And maybe you will even find yourself getting a shoutout at the top of the episode. I'm Frederick Buskey and thank you again for joining me on this episode of the Assistant Principal Podcast. Cheers! Frederick's Links:Email: frederick@frederickbuskey.comWebsite: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting Daily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/ff61713840 

A day (and evening) in the life of a school principaland insights into how to relate to your child's principal. Teacherstoo will benefit from this freewheeling chat about "rubrics,""emotional snacks," and getting sued.  William D. Parker is anaward-winning school administrator and just finished 6 years asexecutive director of our state Association of Secondary Principalsand Middle Level Association.  He consults and speaks around thecountry now as an author and podcaster, and director of PrincipalMatters, LLC. Additional resources:https://williamdparker.com/2023/07/05/pmp351-understanding-how-to-serve-generations-with-will-parker-and-jen-schwanke/Williamdparker.comPrincipal Matters PodcastBooks by Will Parker:--Principal Matters: The Motivation, Courage, Action and TeamworkNeeded for School Leaders--Messaging Matters: How to Motivate Students, Inspire Teachers andReach Communities--Pause. Breathe. Flourish: Living Your Best Life as an Educator

Congratulations! You finally have that brand new AP job! Or maybe you're walking into adifferent new leadership position, or moving into a different school. Or maybe you aren't goinganywhere... yet.Today my special guest and I are going to dig into the four essentials that many of the supportprograms for school leaders miss. These are four essentials to help you take care of you so youcan stay play the long game. Leadership isn't a sprint. I'm not sure it's a marathon wither –maybe more like my recent Pennine Way through hike of 270 miles, but... longer. The thing is,you can't stay in the game if you're injured – whether that's physically, emotionally, orspiritually. Today's podcast will help prevent those injuries and keep you in top form so you cancontinue supporting and growing others for years to come.

I know… you don't have time to pause, you barely have time to breathe, and you are saving flourishing for summer. You are too busy with all the tasks, and taking care of everyone else. Except for being in this moment, and, right now, this is the only moment that matters because it is the only moment you have. And I am so glad you are here, and today's very special guest is going to help both you and I make the time to pause, to breathe, and to flourish.

William D. Parker and guest Dr. Brooke Tuttle discuss supporting students and staff through difficult times in this week's episode of the PMP. … Continue readingPMP343: Supporting Resilience with Dr. Brooke Tuttle The post PMP343: Supporting Resilience with Dr. Brooke Tuttle first appeared on Principal Matters.

This week Jen Schwanke and William D. Parker talk about how principals and education leaders can recruit and retain high Continue readingPMP290: Teacher Pipeline Ideas & Solutions with Jen Schwanke The post PMP290: Teacher Pipeline Ideas & Solutions with Jen Schwanke first appeared on Principal Matters.

This week William D. Parker and Jen Schwanke answer the question: What do you do about a teacher who likes Continue readingPMP273: How to Manage When Someone is ‘Stirring the Pot' The post PMP273: How to Manage When Someone is ‘Stirring the Pot' first appeared on Principal Matters.

Join us for an enlightening interview with NSSEO district coach Kristie Wurglitz, NSSEO Professional Learning Coordinator Stacy Colgan, and author William D. Parker. In this episode we discuss ways to practice self-care in order to help others, find solutions, and reach goals.

In your current position, have you worked so hard for so long that you feel like you are going to crash and burn? This week, William D. Parker, shares how his first year as an Assistant Principal almost became his last. William provides strategies he used to take as a step back, reevaluate and focus on other unique areas in his life.   In this episode, William also shares:  Building trusting relationship for vulnerable moments Gathering Constructive Leadership Feedback Balancing Important Areas of Our Life And the Principal Matters Podcast About William D. Parker:William D. Parker is the Founder of Principal Matters, LLC, an author and speaker who uses his expertise in school culture, leadership and communication to equip educators with solutions and strategies for motivating students, inspiring teachers, and reaching communities. He also proudly serves as the executive director of Oklahoma’s Association of Secondary Principals and Oklahoma’s Middle Level Educator Association. An Oklahoma educator since 1993, he was named Broken Arrow Public School’s South Intermediate High School Teacher of the Year in 1998. He became an assistant principal in 2004 and was named the Oklahoma Assistant Principal of the Year by the National Association of Secondary Principals in 2012. He is the former principal of Skiatook High School, near Tulsa, Oklahoma. Will writes a weekly blog and hosts a weekly ‘Principal Matters’ podcast for school leaders available at his website: http://www.williamdparker.com/ (www.williamdparker.com) or via iTunes. He is the author of three books for school leaders, including his latest book: Pause. Breathe. Flourish.: Living Your Best Life as an Educator. Follow William D. Parker:Website: http://www.williamdparker.com/ (www.williamdparker.com) Twitter: https://twitter.com/Williamdp (https://twitter.com/Williamdp) The Principal matters Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/principal-matters-school-leaders-podcast-william-d/id1070576885 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/principal-matters-school-leaders-podcast-william-d/id1070576885) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1734890843/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1734890843&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=f3e7a7ca247572c28facca1f0231cc98 NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE  Tee Shirts and Drinkwear: https://teachbetterswag.com/collections/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast (ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast) [caption id="attachment_3109" align="alignnone" width="900"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Aspire-Mug.jpg () Aspire: The Leadership development Podcast Mug[/caption]   This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD?[caption id="attachment_2521" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Joshua-Stamper-tag.png () Joshua Stamper, Teach Better Team[/caption] https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (Contact Joshua Stamper ) for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. [caption id="attachment_3057" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Teacher-Summit-Ad.jpg () Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at http://www.teachsummit.com/stamper (www.teachsummit.com/stamper)[/caption]   Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper:Contact:https://joshstamper.com/contact/ ( https://joshstamper.com/contact/) Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper ( www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper) Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper ( www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper) Linkedin:http://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper/ ( www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper)...

 Get the book, Pause. Breathe. Flourish. Living Your Best Life as an EducatorVisit Will's Website, WilliamDParker.comFollow Will on Twitter @Williamdp About the AuthorWilliam D. Parker is executive director of Oklahoma’s Association of Secondary Principals and Oklahoma’s Middle Level Educator Association. William is a nationally known author and speaker who uses his expertise in school culture, leadership and communication to equip educators with solutions and strategies for motivating students, inspiring teachers, and reaching communities. He is the host of the Principal Matters podcast, and the author of three books.

The use of HyperDocs is on the rise in 1:1 classrooms across the country. as they allow for increased student engagement and student-directed work. Join us as we ease confusion between a HyperDoc and a Doc with Links.Featured ContentWhat is a hyperdoc?The term HyperDocs was coined by Lisa Highfill, Kelly Hilton, and Sarah Landis.Cult of Pedagogy episode 70 – Jennifer Gonzalez interviewed Lisa Highfill, Kelly Hilton, and Sarah Landis – https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/hyperdocsA HyperDoc is a digital document—such as a Google Doc—where all the parts of a lesson or multiple lessons have been pulled together into one main location. Within this single document, students are provided with hyperlinks to all of the resources they need to complete a variety of tasks and engage themselves in the learning.HyperDocs vs A Doc with LinksHow to Build a HyperDoc Lesson – Parts of a HyperDocMany HyperDocs follow this basic template that takes students through six steps of a lesson:Engage: Hook your students, get them engaged, and activate prior knowledge. You might use a fun video, interactive website, or audio recording.Explore: Link resources, such as videos or articles, for students to explore more information.Explain: Clarify the learning objective for your students. This is where you could teach a whole group lesson with direct instruction, or add additional resources for students to explore.Apply: What do you want students to create to demonstrate their learning? Give instructions for the assignment.Share: Provide a way for students to share their work and receive feedback.Reflect: Pause for reflection (whole class, think-pair-share, etc.) or link them to a digital way to share their thoughts.Extend: This portion is great for early finishers. Provide extra activities, additional online resources, or challenge them with an extension assignment to extend their thinking.Links and ResourcesThe HyperDoc Handbook: Digital Lesson Design Using Google AppsLisa Highfill, Kelly Hilton, and Sarah LandisCult of Pedagogy episode 70 – Jennifer Gonzalez interviewed Lisa Highfill, Kelly Hilton, Sarah LandisFB communityhyerdocs.coEnglish/ ELA Hyperdoc Power! via Tracy EnosSafeShare.tvPodcastPD Episode 11-where Stacey mentions “The Answers” for the first timePodcastPD Episode 12 with Rich CzyzPodcastPD Episode 16 with Adam SchoenbartWhat Are We Listening ToStacey: I'm getting back into my running. In preparation for an upcoming half marathon, I am listening and learning a lot with Let's Run Disney-October 2017, Another Mother Runner-ep 282Chris: Fall TV is in full swing. ArrowSquad, Central City Underground, Maid of Steel, Tomorrow's Legends, Gotham Undercover – Consider checking out a podcast about the TV shows you watch!AJ: While looking into podcasts for a friend who is embarking on a principalship, and from a recommendation for Nesi – I found Episode 51 of Principal Matters w/ William D. Parker. The episode, title, The Shocking Truth About your Decision Making, was an excellent listen.What We're LearningStacey: Learning how to run againChris: Lessons we can learn from the 2017 New York Yankees. What Educators Can Learn From Yankees OF Aaron JudgeAJ: Things are hard! Balancing all aspects of life is proving to be a challenge. I need to focus. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Will Parker @williamdp has seen kindness go viral on his campus. Learn how his faculty and student council worked together to create a nurturing environment. And how one Post-It Note moved the school to go viral. Will shares how:  His student council created a nurturing environment for kindness to grow  What happened in the girls' bathroom that changed everything  How the faculty noticed and encouraged the movement of kindness  The impact the kindness movement has had on the school  How you can encourage kindness in your classroom  William D. Parker Biography   William D. Parker is principal of Skiatook High School, just north of Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S.A. As a high school teacher, he taught Language Arts, creative writing, and Advanced Placement English.  An Oklahoma educator since 1993, he was named Broken Arrow Public School’s South Intermediate High School Teacher of the Year in 1998. He became an assistant principal in 2004 and was named the 2011 Oklahoma Assistant Principal of the Year.  As principal of a Title I school, his school’s innovative approaches to collaboration, remediation and mentoring have resulted in marked improvements in student performance. He is regularly asked to speak to principal associations, school leadership conferences, and graduate classes on effective leadership practices, organizational behavior, and digital tools for enhancing school communication.  In 2014 he released his first book, Principal Matters: The Motivation, Action, Courage, and Teamwork Needed for School Leaders. His second book, Messaging Matters: How School Leaders Can Inspire Student, Motivate Teachers, and Communicate with Parents is scheduled for publication August 2017 with Solution Tree Publishing.  Parker hosts a weekly podcast called Principal Matters and writes a weekly blog that he shares on his website www.williamdparker.com.  He is also a contributing author on ConnectedPrincipals.com, and a guest blogger for the National Association of Secondary Principals. Most recently, he has been hosting monthly webinars so that his state’s principal association members can connect and share innovative ideas for growing in school leadership.  Mr. Parker earned his bachelor’s degree in English Education from Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and his master’s degree in education leadership from Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.  He has been married for twenty-three years to his wife Missy, and they are the proud parents of four children: 3 girls and 1 boy. When he is not supervising school events or shuttling his children to practices, he also enjoys running, hiking, and playing guitar or piano.

William D. Parker is the principal of Skiatook High School. His web site and Twitter. He has also done some amazing interviews himself. I have learned a ton from reading those, and I am sure you will, as well. Due to technical difficulties, we recorded our phone conversation, so the quality is a little old school. But, I almost felt like a radio DJ with a call-in show. What he learned as the Assistant Principal to the Principal at his school, who recently retired. Bonuses for students who take all the assessments they are required to. What skills he had to learn as an educational leader, that he wasn’t taught in school. Key Responsibilities Areas from Entreleadership tells people who is in charge of what area. Here is his blog post about KRAs. Michael Hyatt leadership podcasts. How he has dealt with student loss. They have tragically had 2 student deaths this year. Excellent and a lot of communication. Be visible. Maintain as much stability as possible. Open to creative and spontaneous. Show appreciation to the kids who are present. Tried to communicate well to media. Allow yourself to grieve. How he knew what the right thing to do was. Be part of a good team. Trust your people. How he has established collaborative culture of trust. Hiring great instructors and compassionate people. Treat teachers how you would want to be treated. Shotgun blast of directives is not effective. Relationships matter. His blog rocks! Give him some more followers on Twitter, because he has great things to say. I have learned so much from Will.