In our recent Admin Mastermind session, Joshua Stamper and Katie Miglin delved into the pressing issue of staffing shortages affecting schools and districts across the country. The conversation highlighted the profound impact of these shortages, from the struggle to fill leadership positions in remote schools to the need for e-learning days due to insufficient staff coverage. We also discussed the … Read More
Managing Budget Stress and Boosting Staff Morale – School Administrator Mastermind
Join us for an insightful conversation on navigating the challenges of budget season and maintaining staff morale with special guest, Todd Nesloney. In this video, we explore strategies for effectively communicating budget-related updates and potential cuts to minimize anxiety and frustration among staff members. From educating the staff on budget allocation to creating a sense of calm during uncertain times, … Read More
Upholding School Culture
TL;DR: Keep school culture strong. Stay consistent with policies for tardies and absences. Consider students who have improved for awards. Administrators can use problem areas as places for making connections. Always start with One Good Thing. The Administrator Mastermind discussed the topic Connection vs. Compliance during the month of March. These discussions take place on Tuesday mornings at 9 AM EST. During … Read More
Episode #218: Bryan Zwemke
Bryan Zwemke is an Assistant Superintendent of Learning and Innovation in Illinois with 23 years of experience teaching and leading in rural, suburban, and urban settings focused on student achievement and student engagement. His priorities focus on the core strategies of a guaranteed and viable curriculum, mental health, equity and access for all students, supporting quality teams, and personalized learning for students. … Read More