MASSP Podcast

In this episode, Jenni Thunberg (AP/AD) and Andy Kowalczyk (AP) from Bay City Central HS join the podcast to discuss their experiences as long-time Assistant Principals and some of the rewards and differences of leading in this support position compared to other roles. Whether you are an AP, AD, Dean or a teacher leader looking to make the jump, listen in on what two seasoned vets have to share!

In this episode, Ryan Cayce (MASSP) is joined by David Ersig (Assistant Principal) and Catherine Livingston (School Counselor) of Henry Ford II High School to discuss some unique programming involving county agencies to offer free therapy to students in need. David and Catherine also share the data they have collected on how academic performance and SEL needs of students have increased since the start of this new initiative.

What does collective efficacy and instructional leadership mean to you? Listen in as Steve Seward, Associate Director for MASSP, explains how these administrator skills are important to a building, including how to support teachers so they can positively impact students. Podcast whitepaper: bit.ly/2U8NUX8

Listen as Colin Ripmaster, Associate Executive Director for MASSP, provides some great suggestions on how principals can reflect on practices, identify outdated methods to discontinue and how to show appreciation for those important stakeholders who will be joining you this school year.

In this episode, Ryan Cayce (MASSP) is joined by Tony Parsons, Strategy Assistant for High School Innovation at Michigan College Access Network, to discuss options for schools to promote a college-going culture including their new College Bound Michigan program, as well as some key dates schools should mark down on their calendars. More info: http://bit.ly/30FPhPu

Listen as MASSP interviews an assortment of special guests live from #EdCon19 as they share their favorite moments, key takeaways, and other great insight from this amazing event that will get you inspired for the upcoming school year!

Principal Steve Hawley and AP Tony Palmeri from Lake Orion HS join us to share details about their innovative Senior Exit Interview project. This longstanding tradition at their school requires seniors to sit before a panel of community members and share their post-secondary plan through a series of interview questions and talen portfolio evidence prior to graduation.

Jennifer Bustard (Mona Shores HS) joins the podcast to discuss their "Ride with Pride" program that brings together community members and organizations to help promote PBIS initiatives and safety awareness to students. Each year, qualifying student are selected for a chance to win a free car and moped.

In this episode, Theresa Stager (Saline HS) and Ryan Cayce (MASSP) are joined by sudent leadership members of the Michigan Association of Student Councils & Michigan Association of Honor Societies, Matt Alley (MASSP), Blake Prebay (Student Leader, Bloofmield Hills HS) & Jessica Lupone (Advisor, Bloomfield Hills HS). The group discusses ways for students to be involved in schools in a wide variety of leadership opportunities and how teachers and administrators can support these efforts.

In this episode, Theresa Stager (Saline HS) and Ryan Cayce (MASSP) talk all things related to student voice. Examples of different clubs, committees, and ideas are shared all of which can help give administrators great insight into the needs and wants of the student body. If you are interested in empowering students to imrpove the building culture, listen to these strategies that are shared.