IASP Podcast

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we celebrate our 200th episode together and all of the wonderful guests and content we've had the pleasure of sharing over the past 6 seasons. Dr. Todd Bess and Mrs. Cindy Long join me as we look back over the podcast and as we look ahead to this spring at IASP!

Join us as we celebrate together and provide a glimpse into upcoming events here at IASP!

In this week's podcast, Cindy Long and Dr. Todd Bess provide an overview of the recent State Board of Education meeting, as well as the education committee meetings in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. The discussion includes an overview of school accountability presented by the State Board of Education, along with legislative updates on key topics such as absenteeism, school counseling, teacher compensation, and more.

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, , we have our Assistant Principal Liaison and Associate Principal at Chesterton High School, Mrs. Kristen Peterson, and guest, Justin Tucker, Assistant Principal at Batesville Middle School. Just is also the IASP 2024 INDIANA Assistant principal of the Year, recently named at the IASP Fall Conference! They both join us for the "through the Assistant Principal Lens" series.

This series highlights the amazing articles in IASP's monthly Indianagram e-magazine that focus on the Assistant Principal perspective. Mrs. Peterson, our AP Liaison, partners with leaders around the state to write these articles and today, we have co-author, Mr. Justin Tucker joining us to share about personalized learning and career paths through the Batesville Bulldog Ready Initiative.

In this episode of the IASP Legislative Update, Cindy Long discusses the start of the 124th Indiana General Assembly, emphasizing the focus on passing the budget and its implications for education funding. The discussion of bills this week includes upcoming House Bill 1136, addressing public school corporation dissolution, and Senate Bill 11, proposing parental consent for minors' social media accounts. Also highlighted is a review of the legislative process. IASP is in heightened anticipation for the commencement of education committee meetings and an impactful session for the Indiana General Assembly.

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode of the Empowering Excellence Series, we hear from Dr. Tiffany Barrett and Aimee Lunsford as they share in this 2-part podcast on the Culture Domain.

This week's episode features a dynamic conversation recorded at the IASP Fall Conference. Dr. Todd Bess, IASP Executive Director, sits down with Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner to discuss what's ahead for school leaders in 2025. From the upcoming legislative session to the education transition under Governor-Elect Braun, Dr. Jenner shares insights on key priorities and potential policy changes shaping Indiana's schools.

In addition, we bring you breaking news from the State Board of Education: the adoption of Indiana's new diploma rule. Learn about this significant update and its implications for students, families, and educators statewide.

Helpful links:

IDOE Press Release

Final Diploma Rule Presentation

Final Diploma Rule

As we prepare for the holiday season, Dr. Jenner offers an important reminder to rest and recharge—a message that resonates deeply with us at IASP.

Tune in for critical updates, thoughtful discussion, and inspiration as we look ahead to the new year. Don't forget to subscribe for our next episode, dropping January 10, with fresh insights as the legislative session kicks off!

This week's IASP Advocacy Podcast brings you an engaging replay of our Fireside Chat with Dr. Todd Bess, IASP Executive Director, and Seamus Boyce, education attorney.

Together, they: ✅ Recap key educational developments and legal developments from 2024. (Click here to see slides from Boyce's presentation at the AP and Fall Conference! The pass code is IASP24KGR) ✅ Share insights into how these changes have impacted schools and educators. ✅ Look ahead to 2025 with thoughtful predictions about upcoming legislative session.

This conversation is packed with valuable information to help you stay informed and prepared for what's to come.

🎧 Listen Now OR 🎥 Watch the Fireside Chat

As part of the Fireside Chat, two reports were highlighted: 📄 IDOE School Transportation in Indiana: Pilot Program Options & Recommendations 📄 IDOE Indiana School Facilities: Pilot Program Options & Recommendations

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from our newly named 2024 Indiana Principals and Assistant Principal of the year as we congratulate them on their accomplishments.

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast. A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth. In this episode, we hear from our Assistant Principal Liaison and Associate Principal at Chesterton HS, Mrs. Kristen Peterson, and guests Nicole Laird and Victor Torres, assistant principals at Wilbur Wright Middle School, in our "through the Assistant Principal Lens" series.

Welcome back to the IASP Advocacy Podcast! I'm Cindy Long, Assistant Executive Director here at IASP. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Todd Bess, our Executive Director, to discuss important updates from the recent State Board of Education meeting on November 12, 2024. We dive into details about the Indiana Learns grant program, designed to support families, and the upcoming Summer Learning Labs opportunities. With deadlines approaching fast for both, we've got the key information you need!