The Rock Star Principals' Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dr. Nicholas Indeglio and Mr. Jonathan Ross
Join your hosts, "The Boss" Jon Ross and "The Doctor of Proctors" Nick Indeglio as they discuss everything and anything related to the Principal-ship and Edu-Leadership in K-12 education. The podcast features special guests with prominent roles relevant to principals all over the world. With a unique blend of humor, timely topics, and "real" talk, the "Odd Couple" of Jon Ross and Nick Indeglio "bring it" each episode. Rock out with "twisted steel and school appeal!"
Here's a special excerpt from Rick and Nick's Excellent EdVenture Episode 28's Every Rose has Its Thorn segment focusing on Breakfast Cereals. Nick teases the penultimate College Tier Ranking system based on cereal selections. But first, the guys discuss the best and worst things about breakfast cereal. Both guys agree that chocolate based cereals which provide leftover chocolate milk are roses. Rick reflects on one of his favorite discontinued brands – Nut’N Honey. Nick then takes the stand to deliver what can best be described as "The Great Breakfast Cereal Address of 2023" as Nick unveils a detailed review of the complex college ranking system based on cereal availability. Tune in to find out if your current college, university or Alma Mater are Tier 1, Tier 2, or find themselves in a breakfast cereal desert, also known as - Tier 3.
While you patiently wait for new episodes of the Rock Star Principals Podcast, please enjoy another special preview of Rick and Nick's Excellent EdVenture. Episode 9 features talk about the Search Institute's Developmental Assets, Letting Go to Move Forward, Favorite Jedi, and much much more.
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While you're waiting for the Rock Star Principals to return to the airwaves with new content, Dr. Nick invites you to "pass the time" listening to one of his other educational podcasts titled, "Rick and Nick's Excellent EdVenture."
Today we provide a full episode of the Excellent EdVenture. The description is below. We encourage you to subscribe and support this great show for principals, counselors, teachers, coaches, parents, and anyone who likes edu-awesome podcasts.
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The Excellent EdVenture Episode 4:
This episode kicks off with the guys catching up what they've been up to of late. Rick talks a little about his recent Fall Break family trip to Pensacola Beach and Toby's aversion to jellyfish. Middle School Principal - Dr. Nick - shares about how a simple conversation turned into a movie-making competition with one of his students and production of "The Cornman.". Rick then reads his blog from this past week "Helping the Butterfly" which prompts the guys to discuss the dangers of advice-giving and the benefits of allowing others to learn from natural consequences.
In the "Building the Brochure" segment, Dr. Nick and Dr. Rick continue their investigation into Search Institute's research on the 40 Developmental Assets. For this first week, they share experiences and reactions to the assets three and four - "Other Adult Relationships" and a "Caring Neighborhood". Nick points out how important it is for kids to have support from multiple caring adults and Rick considers an expanded definition for "neighbors' to include a school community.
The Every Rose has Its Thorn segment revolves around Fall/Autumn this week. The beauty of the leaves changing and hiking in the cool weather are a few of the rosier aspects of the season. On the thornier side, the guys discuss Seasonal Affective Disorder and Rick's disconnect from football.
The guys dig back into the mailbag in the last segment to respond to more fan questions. Dr. Rick starts by going back to a question from last week's episode to share some additional information on finding qualified counselors. Nick then shares some brilliant advice for Heather from TX, an elementary school teacher who is having an incredibly difficult year. Things end on a lighter note as the guys respond to another listener about their pre-workout routines and the challenges of keeping in shape in their mid-forties.
Episode 140 of "The Rock Star Principals' Podcast" is brought to you by Lexia Learning.
Lots of hectic excitement and zany energy along with the usual dose of Edu-Awesomeness this week with RSP as the boys record while Nick is driving and Jon is in his office using a phone recording app:
- The 11 P's of Rock Star Principal Leadership: Pragmatism
- Movie Plug: "Nobody" starring Bob Odenkirk
- Upcoming Series Introduction: "Lasso's Leadership Lessons"
- Inspired by the hit Apple TV Series, "Ted Lasso"
The Rock Star Principals are back and once again brought to you by Lexia Learning! In this week's episode, Jon and Nick bring you two awesome segments discussing:
- Leadership Lessons from "Yellowstone"
- Kevin Costner's Leadership Quotes
- "You can't teach toughness. You're either born a willow or you're born an oak."
- "There's once constant in life: you build something worth having; someone's gonna try and take it."
- "I have this new rule. I only carry my cell phone in places where there's no service."
- Kevin Costner's Leadership Quotes
- The 11 P's of Rock Star Leadership
- The Pledge of Responsibility
- "This is the business we've chosen."
- Godfather II
- Doug Reeves' 90-90-90 Research
- Teachers and Leaders who take full responsibility for all outcomes and results achieve more.
- "This is the business we've chosen."
- The Pledge of Responsibility
Don't forget to catch the Rock Star Principals at the ASCD Empowered Principal Symposium this Wednesday, April 21st, 2021 for an awesome afternoon of Professional Development, which will then be available on-demand until June 21st. Also, a big "thank you" to our producer and instructional technologist, Mike Indeglio, for creating a dynamic presentation for our session.
The Rock Star Principals, Jon and Nick, are thrilled to be back on the airwaves! Episode 138 is sponsored by Lexia Learning (lexialearning.com) and "brings it" with three awesome segments:
- "Getting Up to Speed"
- The boys talk about the incredibly unique 2020-2021 school year, challenges, opportunities for success, and the uncharted future ahead.
- A Word from Our Sponsor: Lexia Learning
- The Pennsylvania Principal's Association
- Jon "addresses the nation" about some awesome new initiatives with the PA Principals Association including the new website, monthly school spotlights on YouTube, semi-monthly President Vlogs, and more!
- Commercial: Godzilla vs. Kong
- Article Review: "A Fuller Picture of What a 'Good School Is" from Edutopia.org
- The boys' say "I told ya so" as research from Chicago supports the importance of relationships and SEL over standardized test scores in long-term success of students.
The Rock Star Principals, Jon and Nick, interview the NASSP Principal of the Year, Richard Gordon, who is from the great Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Richard is the principal of Paul Robeson High School in Philadelphia.
You don't want to miss this 43 minute conversation where Richard demonstrates his passion, dedication, and determination to see every one of his students succeed. He shares emotional examples of students overcoming their circumstances and finding their place in the world.
The three Nationally recognized educational leaders also discuss the characteristics that make an effective principal and, of course, chat about superheroes as well.
Information about Richard Gordon from NASSP:
Richard Gordon became principal of Paul Robeson High School in 2013 when it was on the brink of shutting down. Determined to turn the school around, he found the root of Robeson’s toxicity—staff and stakeholders questioned the ability of their students, while students felt academically, emotionally, and physically unsafe. He faced this unsettling discord head-on by creating four core values: 1) positive, nurturing, and healthy relationships; 2) growth mindset; 3) college and career readiness; and 4) belief. These rebuilt the foundation of Robeson’s daily practice, allowing both teachers and students to embody an all-inclusive family atmosphere.
Between the implementation of the core values—plus the Safe Corridors Program that provided extra supervision for students traveling to and from school and more than 30 community partnerships—Robeson’s stats changed from worrisome to remarkable. Truancy rates lowered to near 10 percent, graduation rates averaged 95 percent, school suspension rates fell below 5 percent, and student safety and well-being were no longer in question.
Gordon’s focus goes beyond the student population—he also values the adults in his learning community. His leadership style empowers teachers and staff to use their voice to strengthen the vitality of his city. He mentors through the PhillyPlus Principal Residency Program, a two-year, practice-based principal certification program that prepares teachers and aspiring school leaders to transform schools into high-performing learning environments. His teachers are frequently selected by state and district officials to provide professional development to other teachers and administrators across the southeastern Pennsylvania region.
While every principal faced the challenges brought on by COVID-19 this year, Gordon’s out-of-the-box thinking, focus on equity, and flexible leadership prepared Robeson to weather the storm. Throughout the adjustment to remote learning, Gordon kept his staff and learning community focused on quick transitions via Google Classroom, face-to-face connections and confidence using digital platforms, and meaningful assignments to drive student engagement. He made sure that Robeson is still providing online preventative therapy for students with mental health concerns.
The Rock Stars discuss "toxic positivity" and drop some educational leadership wisdom along the way. Mike Indeglio visits to lend his perspective to the topic as well. This is a timely topic just in time for Election Day!
Elementary school students returned to their buildings in the Downingtown Area School District for the first time in 226 days. Jon and Nick were on hand with Melanie Susi to help with the big day. The three of them discuss some big picture observations from that big first day.
It’s National Principal's Month and the Rock Stars are interviewing three sitting elementary principals from each of their "Coaching Trees" to discuss the triumphs, the challenges, and all things related to educational leadership in the K-12 setting! Join Jon and Nick as they interview Mr. Travis Orth (Principal of Pickering Valley Elementary School), Dr. Melanie Susi (Principal of Shamona Creek Elementary School), and Dr. Shawn Wright (Principal of Brandywine Wallace Elementary School). 1. We frequently discuss the unique challenges faced by elementary principals. While secondary principals usually have an assistant principal to rely on and confide in, elementary principals are alone on an island. How has that challenge affected you and how have you overcome it? 2. You are each in the first two years of your tenure. What has been the biggest change going from assistant principal to head principal? 3. The Rock Star Principals originally brought each of you on as an assistant principal/leader. In sports terms, you are part of their “Coaching Tree.“ Which of the "11 Ps" do you believe is most important and why? Which of the "11 Ps" do you have to further develop as part of your skill set? 4. The entire planet is dealing with a global pandemic which is unlike any other experience in the history of education. We all know the challenges this has wrought, but what do you will be the biggest benefits at the conclusion of this pandemic?
"Education During Uncertain Times: Our Students' Reflect"
An interview with Two High School Freshmen: Ms. Marin Krause and Ms. Elli Ross
Part 1: Describe school and technology before March of 2020.
Part 2: What worked and what didn’t when schools went virtual in March 2020
Part 3: What were the biggest differences pre-Shutdown and then March-June?
Part 4: What has the new school year been like so far? (2020-2021)
Part 5: How has the learning model changed from March 2020 until Now?
Part 6: WHat advice would you give to Students+Teachers for Hybrid Learning?
Part 7: Questions and Answers
As schools are back in session, in one form or another, Jon and Nick discuss the substitute teacher shortage, its systemic causes, and some possible solutions. In addition, they prognosticate towards the continuing principal shortage as well. Finally, Jon begins dealing with his pop-culture-malaise and the boys devise a future new segment called, "All the Things We Were Right About."
With districts trying to fill dozens of teaching positions due to the unique circumstances, hiring is ultra important right now. The boys go back to the archives in 2015 when they interviewed Dr. James Stronge, famous educational author, to discuss hiring.
The start of the 2020-2021 school year looms large as school leaders grapple with conflicting ideologies, opinions, and guidance from athletics to health departments to governmental offices and beyond. Dr. Ross and Dr. Indeglio discuss all of this along with addressing the unhealthy notion that "Everyone thinks they have it worse than everyone else." Finally, the boys wrap up with a discussion of "DC Fandom" and the slew of new DC content coming down the pike...(Batman!)
The boys dig back into the archives for an interview with renowned author, Mike Schmoker, who wrote the famous education book, “focus.“ The lessons from this interview are applicable right now as schools prepare to begin a new year during a pandemic which is forcing educators to reevaluate how instruction is delivered. Mike Schmoker advocates “less is more.“ Focus solely on the things which matter the most.
Jon and Nick discuss the lack of guidance provided to local school districts along with mounting threats to superintendents and school officials. Some helpful tips for reopening schools as well! They reference an article by Mark DiRocco, President of PASA (Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators)(@mark_dirocco)
School starts (or has started) imminently and the time has come to stop admiring the problem and start finding solutions. This week, Jon and Nick talk about the latest developments around the country regarding COVID-19, provide two important "RSP Lessons for Starting the 2020-2021 School Year," and denounce the politicizing of the school reopening issue.
Dr. Jon Ross and Dr. Nick Indeglio return to the airwaves and discuss the topic that's on everyones' minds: COVID-19 and the re-opening of schools. Join the "Rock Star Principals" as they share their unfiltered opinions and expertise during this historic time in education.
The boys are back for a new season of educational awesomeness! The show covers the next P from the 11Ps of Leadership, which is Positivity! It's a heartfelt, pragmatic, and philosophic discussion of an incredibly important topic.
Jon and Nick are gearing up for their Keynote Speech this week at the Frontline Insights Summit in Orlando, Florida held at the beautiful Grande Lakes Marriot! Therefore, their "education brains" are even more fully tuned than usual!
- Segment 1: The Rock Star Principals' 11 P's of Principal Leadership = Pluck
- Pluck is spirited and determined courage.
- Courage isn't courage without fear and gravitas.
- Pluck comes into play every day in our vocation.
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: Gallimaufry with Men of a Certain Age: Midlife Woolgathering (A New Podcast)
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- Important Article Review: "The Kids Who Use Tech Seem to Be Alright by Lydia Denworth from Scientific American
- Researchers at Oxford University carefully examined data collected from over 350,000 children and determined that technology has not caused any harm.
- Jon and Nick discuss aspects of the article as well as how to avoid some of the true dangers of social media addiction, FOMO, and comparing your real life to someone's social profile.
- A preview of an upcoming related segment featuring a speech by Seth Godin.
- More RSP awesomeness...
Episode 123 drops with loads of educational leadership content!
- Jon and Nick discuss Pennsylvania's Safe2Say initiative and program rollout.
- RSP's 11 P's of Principaling: Plainness
- Pop Culture: Red Dead Redemption 2 and Super Smash Brothers Ultimate
Jon and Nick are on the road again with a meaningful episode. They boys discuss the mental health crisis sweeping the nation and affecting their own district. Then they lighten the mood with some pop culture. The episode ends with the wrap-up of the 20 Characteristics of Effective Teaching from research by the University of Minnesota. Tune in now!
- The Rockstar Principals give you a heavyweight championship compilation of their hit segments from Episodes 49, 50, and 51 featuring the enduring wisdom of Rocky Balboa!
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- Lesson 1: From Rocky Balboa (2006) “It ain’t about how hard you can hit; it’s about how much you can take and keep moving forward…” (Episode 49)
- Lesson 2: From Rocky III (1982) “You’re the one that has to carry around that fear inside you…” (Episode 50)
- Lesson 3: From Rocky IV (1985) “Going that one more round when you don’t think you can...is what makes all the difference in your life (Episode 51)
*All quotes, music, audio, characters, etc. referenced are copyrighted and trademarked by and not limited to Sylvester Stallone, United Artists, MGM Distribution Company, Columbia Pictures, Revolution Studios, Chartoff/Winkler Productions, Bill Conti, Robert Chartoff, Billy Chartoff, Irwin Winkler, Charles Winkler, David Winkler, and Kevin King.
- Jon is sick but RSP carries on with a great episode filled with educational leadership content and more!
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- Today's show features:
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- The Rock Star Principals' 11 "Ps" of Leadership: the third P is Perspicacity
- Article Review: 20 Effective Characteristics of Teaching Practices from the University of Minnesota: 11-15 are reviewed in this segment
- ATT Commercial: Just Ok is Not Ok (Tattoo Parlor)
- RSP Pop Culture Segment reviews Netflix’s The Bodyguard, Aquaman, Titan Games, and takes a stroll down memory lane with Over the Top and Mt Bodyguard!
- The holidays are upon us and we are still rocking and rolling. Enjoy your winter break and listen to us!.
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- The Rock Star Principals' 11 "Ps" of Leadership: the second P is Patience and we discuss its importance in this segment
- Article Review: 20 Effective Characteristics of Teaching Practices from the University of Minnesota: 6-10 are reviewed in this segment
- The Avenger's 4 Endgame Trailer
- RSP Pop Culture Segment talking the best and most unique versions of “A Christmas Carol.” Which was your favorite? Jon and Nick share theirs!
RSP is back on the audio podcasting airwaves and we're here with a vengeance! With a big keynote address coming up in March and a book project, Jon and Nick are hitting you with original RSP content along with the usual unique blend of humor and educational insight. Today's show features:
- The Rock Star Principals' 11 "Ps" of Leadership: the first P is Passion and we discuss its importance in this segment
- Article Review: 20 Effective Characteristics of Teaching Practices from the University of Minnesota: the first 5 are reviewed in this segment
- The Avenger's 4 Endgame Trailer
- RSP Pop Culture Segment talking Avengers, Creed II, Aquaman, and more!
Jon and Nick discuss the recent article featuring a student who was "ditched" on prom night by his supposed friends. The next day, a group of real friends who knew what happened held a "Fake Prom" to turn a negative into a positive.
The Rock Star Principals wrap up their school year discussing authentic learning, Capstones, Awards Ceremonies, the 4 Cs, and moving away from a focus on standardized testing and things that simply don't matter.
The Rock Star Principals continue with another Edu-Awesome interview in Episode 112! Today, Jon and Nick welcome the Downingtown Area School District Superintendent and Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators President, Dr. Em Lonardi! Their interview keys in on the importance of principals, longevity in a Central Office role, focusing the vision of a school district, and more!
"Dr. Lonardi has been Superintendent of the Downingtown Area School District since July, 2017. Before that, she led the West York School District for 19 years. She served two years as West York’s Assistant Superintendent and was Director of Curriculum and Instruction for the Camp Hill School District for four years. In 1988, Dr. Lonardi was named Assistant Principal of the Camp Hill PA Jr./Sr. High School having taught Health/Physical Education in the Camp Hill Jr./Sr. High School upon her graduation from West Chester University.
Dr. Lonardi received her Ph.D. from Penn State University in Educational Administration. She received her M.S. in Human Performance/Motor Control from Indiana University. She taught graduate classes at York College of Pennsylvania and at the Harrisburg Campus for Penn State University and is a frequent presenter on educational issues.
Dr. Lonardi was the 2014 recipient of the Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators (PASA) “Superintendent of the Year” award. The award, based primarily on innovative leadership and academic achievement, is selected yearly by the membership. Dr. Lonardi also serves as the president for PASA and is on the PASA Governing Board for the American Association of School Administrators."
Today, the Rock Star Principals are proud to welcome one of our Edu-Heroes to the podcast. Ted Dintersmith is one of America's leaders in innovation, entrepreneurship, and education.
Ted's professional experience includes two decades in venture capital, including being ranked by Business 2.0 as the top-performing U.S. venture capitalist for 1995-1999. From 1981 to 1987, he ran a business at Analog Devices that helped enable the digital revolution. In the public sector, he was a staff analyst in 1976-78 for the U.S. House of Representatives, and was appointed in 2012 by President Obama to represent the U.S. at the United Nations General Assembly. Ted earned a Ph.D. in Engineering from Stanford University and a B.A. from the College of William and Mary, with High Honors in Physics and English.
Ted has become one of America's leading advocates for education policies that foster creativity, innovation, motivation, and purpose. He knows what skills are valuable in a world of innovation, and how we can transform our schools to prepare kids for their futures. His contributions span film, books, philanthropy, and the hard work of going all across America. He's funded and executive produced acclaimed education documentaries, including Most Likely To Succeed, (Sundance, AFI, and Tribeca). With co-author Tony Wagner, he wrote Most Likely To Succeed: Preparing Our Kids for the Innovation Era. During the 2015/16 school year, he went to all fifty U.S. states, meeting with governors, legislators, educators, parents, and students, and encouraging communities to work collectively to re-imagine school and its purpose. Learn more about his work from his website, http://www.edu21c.com, or by following him on Twitter @dintersmith. Buy his new book here: What Schools Could Be and Most Likely to Succeed
Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy this thought provoking and rebellious episode of RSP!
- Jon and Nick discuss an article from the New York Times that explores some colleges that are cutting tuition prices and eliminating majors that aren't viable for careers any longer.
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: The Cobra Kai Series on YouTube RED.
- "Homework Therapists" are an actual thing. Seriously. Jon and Nick break it all down.
- In episode 109, Nick and Jon take the pulse of the nation after the horrific school shooting in Florida last week. Listen to two principals share their feelings on the news coverage, polarizing political debates, practical solutions, social media, and more.
- After listening, dig into our archive and re-listen to episode 21 from 2013 where RSP interview Israeli Counter-Terrorism Expert, Alon Stivi. It was a very special school safety episode.
- Click Here to Listen to Episode 21
- Report: Bullying Reports Are Decreasing
- Word From Fake Sponsor: State Farm
- Discussion: Fundraising and More
- Pop Culture Segment: Black Lightning - Finally! A Principal Hero!
- Episode 107
- "Are Lockers Obsolete?" from Washington Post
- Word From Fake Sponsor: Campbell's Chunky Soup with Donovan McNabb
- TV Reality Show Review: Undercover High
- Word from Fake Sponsor: Campbell's Chunky Soup with Reggie White
- Nick and Jon Book the New XFL! (and EAGLES in the Super Bowl!!!)
- Article/Book Review: The Testing Charade by Daniel Koretz
- Word From Our Fake Sponsor: The RSP Snow Day Medley
- Article Review: Should Schools Ban 'Best Friends?'
- Word From Our Fake Sponsor: Kenner's 1978 Star Wars Millenium Falcon
- Movie Review: The Last Jedi
Nick was in NYC at Schoology's new offices at Madison Square Garden. He interviewed Mike Indeglio and Joe Vassallo to discuss their collaborative work environment.
Episode 104 features:
- Interview with #FutureDriven author and blogger, David Geurin (@davidgeurin), from davidgeurin.com
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: NBC News 10 for Ross on the Roof
- RSP Segment: Top Educational Experiences - Jon talks about his fundraising experience camping out on the roof for Alex's Lemonade Stand and the impact of community involvement.
- Pop Culture Segment: American Vandal
Episode 103 features some heavy-hitting segments and #Edulution awesomeness!
- Investigative Article Review: What Happened at Ballou High School?
- A DCPS goes from a 57% graduation rate to 100% with 100% college acceptance in one year? Sound to good to be true? It is.
- Link to Full Article
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: Dreamworks' Trolls Holiday Special
- Article Review: What if Principals Were Treated Like CEOs?
- Link to Full Article
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: As Seen On TV Star Showers
- The Great Debate Round 1: Jon and Nick debate the biggest issues facing the entire universe!
Episode 102 continues the "Edulution" as RSP continues to "PushThePendulum!"
- Jon and Nick discuss the new @DASD_DMS Awards to recognize authentic learning and character rather than honor roll. The boys reference an article from Mindshift KQED by @LindaFlanagan2 called "How One School Ditched Schools and Assemblies to Refocus on Kids and Learning."
- Nick's Speech, "I Was a Hypocrite. I Failed You. No More."
- A Word From Our Fake Sponsor: 1980 Hershey's Whatchmacallit
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Interview with the "Center for Supportive Relationships"
- "The Boss" Jon Ross interviews Chris Pugliese, @cpagsPugliese, and Eran Magen, @eranmagen, to discuss the Center for Supportive Relationships, @supr_education.
- Imagine a school community in which EVERY interaction is supportive and positive!
At the end of each interaction, both sides walk away feeling cared for and respected, and with a clear understanding of the next step. We know a way that you can get there.
Here's what we are doing in Upper Darby SD to create this. We have been collaborating with the Center for Supportive Relationships since 2014 to provide relational skills coaching to our classroom teachers.
During a 20 minute real-time session, a Center coach uses a tablet to provide praise, compliments and suggestions to the teacher via a smart watch. The feedback is based only on relational skills. The goal is to support teachers as they build stronger relationships with their students.The Center coaches model strong relational skills with the teachers and then give suggestions on how teachers can model those behaviors with the students.
Currently, the Center is training internal UDSD staff to become expert coaches in order to sustain the initiative after the end of the 2018-2019 school year. Also, the Center and Neumann University have collaborated to incorporate a relational skills component into Neumann's first-year teacher preparation program. UDSD staff have served as guest lecturers in these sessions.
Feedback from UDSD teachers in the fall 2016 coaching cohort:
78% reported that they would recommend the coaching program to a colleague
73% reported that the coaching helped them strengthen relationships with students
65% reported that the coaching helped make their work more satisfying * A Word From Our Fake Sponsors: 1979 Twix Candy Bar * Article Review on Gratitude and Paying It Forward + Woman Raises Over $300K for Homeless Man Who Helped Her by Sara Boboltz, @sara_bee.
"The Boss" Jon Ross and "The Doctor of Proctors" Nick Indeglio with a gargantuan-sized 100th episode of The Rock Star Principals' Podcast. The boys have "Reloaded" with renewed passion, energy, humor, and weekly episodes that will drop every Monday evening at 11:00pm EST. The 100th episode features the following awesomeness:
- Article Review: From Forbes.com by Rich Karlgaard-"How a Former VC Wants to Disrupt American Education" (interview with Ted Dintersmith)
- Full Article Link
- Ted Dintersmith on Twitter: @dintersmith
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: Mattel He-Man Fright Zone Battle Set
- Activity Review: Jon's "Dot Activity" (Social-Emotional Learning)
- Edutopia Article Supplement: The Power of Being Seen by Holly Korbey
- Full Article Link
- Holly Korbey on Twitter: @HKorbey
- Special Thanks to Dr. Robert Ruch @robertruch1
- Edutopia Article Supplement: The Power of Being Seen by Holly Korbey
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: (from the early episodes) Nick and Jon Love "Sweetzels"
- Authentic Learning Round Table with Downingtown Principals during Digital Leadership training with Eric Sheninger @E_Sheninger
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: Anti-Drug PSA: "I Learned It By Watching You"
- Movie Review: Justice League
Jon and Nick are still working on the big 100th Episode Anniversary show so for now, we move on to Episode 101 featuring RSP's producer, Mike Indeglio. In today's episode:
- Mike and Nick discuss "The Blue Zones" focus on Okinawans' longevity due to purpose and Moai
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: Lite-Brite
- The Indeglio Brothers discuss tv and movies in a pop culture segment.
Jon and Nick bring an action packed episode to the inter-webs! Today, RSP raps about:
- Article Review: Forbes' "Top 6 Digital Transformation Trends in Education" by Daniel Newman
- Lots of great discussion, ideas, and RSP humor in this one!
- A Word From Our Fake Sponsor: Kenner's Terminator 2 Toys from 1991-1992
- Student Written Article Review: "Why School Sucks" by Isabella Bruyere
"The Boss" Jon Ross and "The Doctor of Proctors" Nick Indeglio are back discussing:
- The Dreaded Perfect Attendance Award
- From an article/blogpost by @_skiesimunder
- RSP's Experience with @ABLSchools ABLschools.com
- Truly innovative and student centered scheduling software
Fresh off the National Principals' Conference, Jon and Nick talk about the national teacher shortage crisis citing the latest research from 2015-2017. The boys leave no stone unturned as they discuss the dilemma and then drop some knowledge bombs on possible solutions. Don't miss this one!
Jon and Nick are "live" at the National Principals' Conference in beautiful Philadelphia, Pennsylvania! The Rock Stars talk fellowship, collaboration, ABL Schools, and more. In addition, they do a segment on whether or not guns should be allowed in schools!
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"The Doctor of Proctors" Nick Indeglio is joined by special guest host, Mr. Shawn Wright, who is also a principal at Downingtown Middle School. Shawn has worked as an administrator in both charter schools and public schools in inner-city Philadelphia.
Today they discuss the @GeneralElectric #BalanceTheEquation commercial featuring female scientist, Millie Dresselhaus. You can watch the commercial HERE.
Jon and Nick are back with a supersized episode leading into summer break and on the heels of the first ever joint @NASSP and @NAESP Joint National Principal's Conference! Episode 93 features:
- Article Review: Corinth Middle School Abandons Final Exams by Derek Pruitt from the Post Star
- RSP discusses the over-testing in the States and the lack of efficacy for final exams at the middle level.
- Eric Mazur's work from Harvard is referenced.
- @eric_mazur
- mazur.harvard.edu
- Commercial: RSP Presenting at the National Principal's Conference
- Sunday, July 9th
- 3:45-5:00pm
- Room 111AB
- This Is What It's All About - Unity Cup
- Jon and Nick discuss the Unity Cup Classic and it's importance to benefit students, staff, and Alex's Lemonade Stand (@AlexsLemonade)
- Pop Culture Segment
- RSP discusses 2017's upcoming summer movies as well as Wonder Woman and Guardians of the Galaxy!
The Rock Star Principals are back and they are jacked! The dynamic duo brings you a classic episode in the true-to-fashion style of RSP! Today's episode includes:
- Lessons from DC:
- Jon meets @TuckerCarlson from @FoxNews
- Leadership Vacuum
- Jon declares his #2 #mancrush in @mikeroweworks
- Plug for @mikeroweworks podcast, "That's the Way I Heard It."
- Thriving and Longevity in the Blue Zones by @BlueZones (Dan Buettner)
- Future Cities
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: #NPC17
- @NAESP and @NASSP join forces for the first ever joint National Principals Conference in Philadelphia, PA, July 9-11, 2017
- RSP will be presenting, "The Principalship in the Blue Zone: Threats to Longevity and the Motivation to Carry On!"
- "The Doctor of Proctors" Nick will also be presenting as one of the 2017 National Digital Principals.
- "Thought Leaders" include Mike Schmoker, Kevin Carroll. and Sherry Turkle.
- Article Review: Reverse Suspensions by @carlyhoilman
- A middle school in West Virginis opted to have parents attend school with student as opposed to suspending the students.
- Discipline vs Revenge
- Attendance Correlates with At-Risk
- Restorative Practices
- Systems to Monitor: @OnHandsSchools
Jon and Nick recently took a trip from the suburbs of Philadelphia to the outskirts of Pittsburgh. Along the way, they did some recording. Today's episode discusses how "We Are Our Own Worst Enemies" and a Super Bowl commercial featuring Christopher Walken. Enjoy!
RSP is back with a Thanksgiving themed Episode 90. RSP Interviews Pickering Valley Elementary School Principal, Joe Fernandes, whose school recently won the prestigious National Blue Ribbon Award!
- Nick and Joe discuss the National Blue Ribbon Award process, how to hire child-centered teachers, and how to maintain longevity in the principalship. Find Joe and Pickering Valley at twitter.com/DASD_PV
- A Word From Our Fake Sponsors: StoveTop Stuffing
- Gratitude Segment with Bella (age 8) and Tootie (age 7)
RSP interviews the always awesome Tom Murray (twitter.com/thomascmurray) where the crew talks about the value of personalized professional development, futureready.org, and more #Edu-Awesomeness.
RSP was live at the #DETC16 (Downingtown Educational Technology Conference 2016) and held a live panel interview with top presenters, Dayna Laur (twitter.com/daylynn), Aaron Sams (twitter.com/chemicalsams), and Trisha Craig (twitter.com/FCSDInnovation). The crew discusses the importance of personalized professional development and more!
Welcome to Episode 86 of the Rock Star Principals' Podcast which celebrates National Principals' Month (#thankaprincipal) by featuring a panel of elementary, middle, and high school principals sharing their thoughts on what the most important part of being a principal is and why!
Then the Rock Stars spin a blast from the past from Young MC! You might recall his second hit, "The Principals' Office," which is available on Apple Music, YouTube, Amazon, and More!
Remember to tune in on Twitter on October 13th from 8:45pm-9:30pm EST to focus on "Principal Inspiration" as we honor principals! Use the #thankaprincipal and #RSPIndeglio
It's National Principals' Month! RSP is celebrating with Indeglio.com with a chance to #thankaprincipal and win an incredible grand prize! #thankaprincipal by tweeting/instagramming/facebooking your favorite Principal story/mentor/etc to #thankaprincipal and #RSPIndeglio between now and October 18th! Then join our Live Twitter chat on 10/13 from 8:45-9:30pm EST. Our overall favorite submission will win the @ddpyoga Combo Pack ($80 retail value) and a chance to appear on our podcast! As always, a big thanks to our friend, @realddp, for supporting education through his amazing fitness program! @nassp @rckstrprincipal @NAESP
Jon and Nick are back with some awesome segments on a steamy Sunday morning!
- Article Review: "5 Questions for Diners Making the Digital Switch" by Jackie Berg (@jbergnyc) from @Olo (Digital Ordering Done Right)
- "How does your customer base currently interact with your digital brand?"
- 5 Levers for Change
- Make it understood
- Make it desirable
- Make it rewarding
- Make it habit
- "Cemetary Effect" and traditional schools still abound (thanks to @thomascmurray from FutureReady.org
- Atari and "Combat"
- What happens when CyberSchools finally get the formula right?
- Digital Natives and Social Media v. Digital Immigrants and Old School Media
- Follow @CNN @jaketapper
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: @CNN @jaketapper
- RSP Pop Culture Segment: Summer Movies and Summer Olympics
- Suicide Squad, Finding Dory, Secret Life of Pets, and more...
- Michael Phelps, Women's Soccer, Heptathlon, Women's Gymnastics
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: indeglio.com
- Motivate. Focus. Achieve. Inspire. Reach all your goals and set the pace for others with Dr. Indeglio as we explore social, emotional, and physical growth through real life experiences.
- At one time or another, Dr. Indeglio was (or still is) a principal, track coach, dad, collegiate mascot, professional wrestler, friend, special education teacher, personal trainer, marathoner, son, cyler, adjunct university professor, weight lifter, brother, doctor, cheerleader, beginning powerlifter, podcaster, actor, puppeteer, and more.
DETC 16:
Sign up HERE!
Welcome to the First Annual DETC (Downingtown Educational Technology Conference). This conference is designed for all K-12 teachers and administrators. Held at the Downingtown STEM Academy, educators are encouraged to bring their expertise, ideas, and curiosity. Educators who attend this event will be eligible for Act 48 credit.
Calling All Presenters:
Interested in sharing or presenting at DETC 16, please complete the DETC Presenter Interest Form. Applications will be accepted until July 15th. Presenters that are chosen will receive 50% off the registration fee.
Opening Keynote: Tom Murray
Tom serves as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, a project of the Alliance for Excellent Education, located in Washington, DC.
He has testified before the United States Congress and works alongside that body and the US Senate, the White House, the US Department of Education and state departments of education, corporations, and school districts throughout the country to implement student-centered, personalized learning while helping to lead Future Ready and Digital Learning Day. Murray serves as a regular conference keynote, was named one of “20 to Watch” by NSBA, and was recently named the “Education Policy Person of the Year” by the Academy of Arts and Sciences at the 2015 Bammy Awards.
Jon and Nick return interviewing the #DigiAwesome Thomas C. Murray from Futureready.org. Join this heavyweight trio as they discuss the Future Ready Framework, educational politics, and what's best for students all around the country. It's a can't miss episode!
In a super special segment that became its own episode, Jon and Nick spontaneously pick their top four favorite "quotists." They countdown one-by-one and discuss the person behind the quotes, the meaning of the quotes, and the impact each has had on the Rock Stars' lives. This is a "can't miss" edition of RSP!
Jon's List
- Teddy Roosevelt
- Martin Luther King Jr.
- Vince Lombardi
- Atticus Finch
Nick's List
- Abraham Lincoln
- Og Mandino
- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
- Jim Rohn
Episode 81 of RSP features:
- Article Review: "Are Teachers Being Taught Bad Science" by Emmanuel Felton (@emmanuelfelton) from EdWeek
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: Chuck E Cheese
- RSP Advice on Battling End of Year Fatigue
- "Successive Combative Syndrome"
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques: De-Catastrophizing
- Cartoon Character Imagery
"The Boss" Jon Ross and the "Doctor of Proctors" Nick Indeglio bring you two cool segments today.
The first focuses on an article from KQED titled, "10 Realities About Bullying at School and Online" by Linda Flanagan Twitter @LindaFlanagan2. Jon and Nick talk about the dangers of labeling everything as bullying as they go through the salient points of the article.
RSP's Pop Culture Segment looks at all the #Batman movies in the modern era from the 1960's until today. It's a fun review of Jon's favorite superhero on the big screen.
Please remember to follow the Rock Star Principals in all the following ways:
- The Rock Star Principals' Official Website
- The Rock Star Principals on Twitter
- The Rock Star Principals on Facebook
RSP is also utilizing Facebook Video for exclusive content. Check it out!
The Rock Star principals are back after a brief hiatus. Episode 79 is a super-sized awesome bit for our fans who have missed us. Well, maybe no one missed us. But we missed you!
- Article Review: Procrastination from "Business Insider" by Rachel Gillett (@RGillett23)
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: Varidesk the Standing Desk (@Varidesk) varidesk.com #JonWantsVaridesk
- RSP Debate - Forgiveness
- Jon and Nick do battle on the topic of "forgiveness."
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: Hasbro's Transformers Ultra-Magnus
- Article Review from weareteachers.com - Pros and Cons of Middle School by Captain Awesome
- Movie Review: Batman v. Superman - Dawn of Justice
Jon and Nick usher in 2016 with an awesome episode available via audio podcast and via their YouTube Channel!
- From NPR Ed, "6 Education Stories to Watch in 2016," by Claudio Sanchez
- Jon and Nick discuss the relevance of the article's choices of hot topics in 2016!
- From ASCD, "Five Habits that Hurt Teacher Motivation" by Roxanne Elden
- The Rock Stars offer their take on these GTD style habits and suggestions.
- RSP Pop Culture Review: Netflix's "Making a Murderer"
- Wow. Just wow.
Happy Holidays to all the good little principals and educational leaders!
- Interview with Kentucky Principal and Facebook Sensation, Gerry Brooks:
- Gerry has a series of awesome videos on Facebook and his latest have gone viral. They feature "Coupon Book" gift giving ideas for principals to teachers and vice-versa!
- Find Gerry on YouTube at: Gerry Brooks on YouTube!!!
- A Holiday Word from Our Fake Sponsors: Staples and the Sno-Bot
- Our Worst Segment Ever
- No words can describe it...just listen...or don't...
Episode 76 brings the Edu-Awesome-Sauce!
- "Generations:" The Rock Stars discuss the 6 living generations as defined by the experts, their characteristics, educational implications, and more!
- Protesting
- The Anti-Eco Revolution
- Remote Control or "Clicker"
- Word from Our Fake Sponsor: Woodsy the Owl
- Give a Hoot, Don't Pollute
- What's Hot in Education: Pension Systems, Teacher Candidate Pool, ISIS, Presidential Race, Technology Leaps and Bounds
- Word from Our Fake Sponsor: Legendary Talking Yoda: "Become a Jedi"
- Book Review: "It Happens in the Hallway" by Mark Johnson and Sam Stecher
- www.missionmonday.com
- @mc_bossy and @samuelstecher
- Bonus Cartoon Theme Song: "The Mighty Heroes"
Jon and Nick bring the goods with some an Edu-Awesome Smackdown!
- High School and the Transition to College
- Manufactured Awards
- Scholarships
- What Matters and What Doesn't
- What fields should be pursued in college?
- Outsourcing
- Word from Our Fake Sponsors: Warner Brothers "Batman vs Superman"
- Lawnmower Parents (A Newish Term)
- Move over Helicopter Parents! Lawnmower Parents usher in our Millenials!
- What does it mean for education and society?
- Word from Our Fake Sponsor: Warner Brothers "Creed"
- Pop Culture Segment: Walking Dead, Creed, Batman v. Superman, Denzel, and More!
Welcome to a special "Kindergarten Project" Edition of RSP! Nick's daughter, Talia, had a project to share information in any format about a favorite part of the holidays. She chose to share about Christmas Trees! So tune in for some fun "Talia" Chosen commercials and cool facts about Christmas Trees! #ChristmasTrees
The Rock Star Principals' broadcasted live from PA Principals State Conference 2015 to a packed house about Podcasting Basics 101. We enjoyed some big picture conversation and some nitty gritty podcasting specifics (i.e. USB Microphones and More!)
- Some USB Mic Options
- bluemic.com
- Rode Mics
- Samson Mics
- Easy Editing Options
- Garageband
- Podcast Hosting Options
- Liberated Syndication
The Rock Star Principals were Special Guests for the October 2015 LEAP Webinar offered by Schoology. The intent was to help show other administrators how a one-to-one or "BYOD" philosophy can be integrated in the culture and fabric of a school.
Thanks to Bradley Kemp for the invite and allowing us to be a part of the Schoology magic!
Visit Schoology HERE on the web.
Follow Schoology HERE on Twitter.
In the past ten episodes, the Rock Star Principals have interviewed:
- Dr. Mike Schmoker (Education Author, Expert, and Speaker)
- Dr. Douglas Reeves (Education Author, Expert, and Speaker)
- Dr. James Stronge (Education Author, Expert, and Speaker)
- Mr. Steve Yu (Director of new movie, "The Resurrection of Jake the Snake Roberts)
- Mr. Mike Allison (President of NASSP)
Listen in one of the following ways:
- At rockstarprincipals.com
- From the iTunes Store
- On Stitcher
- Through the Libsyn platform
Follow us on Twitter, too!
Today's episode continues the awesomeness from the PA State Principals State Conference where the President of NASSP, Mike Allison, breaks the big news that NASSP will join with NAESP in 2017 for a join National Conference in the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia, PA!
Welcome to a double shot of Edu-Fame and expertise from two true Rock Stars in the field of K-12 education. Today's episode features two interviews live from the PA Principals Association State Conference 2015 :
- Interview with Dr. James Stronge
- Dr. James Stronge discusses the importance of hiring in K-12 education along with the best ways to go about making decisions.
- Visit Dr. Stronge's website at strongeandassociates.com
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: CBS "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown"
- Interview with Dr. Mike Schmoker
- Dr. Schmoker discusses his hit book, "Focus: Elevating the Essentials" and the most impactful things schools should be doing to improve student learning.
- Visit Dr. Schmoker's website at mikeschmoker.com
Join us next time for more awesome-sauce from the 2015 Conference as we share our live "Rock Star Principals" broadcast during the "Tech Labs," an interview with NASSP President, Mike Alison, and more!
Jon and Nick were honored to follow-up our movie review of "The Resurrection of Jake the Snake Roberts" by interviewing the movie's director, Steve Yu.
Steve's story is a fascinating one full of hard work and cosmic cooincidence. Now that he's created his first award-winning documentary, Steve is looking to continue inspiring others to make positive changes in their life.
This interview offers insights into Steve's view of the world and how the making of the movie, along with his time spent with Diamond Dallas Page, Jake Roberts, and Scott Hall impacted him.
This is a must listen for all educators and those wishing to inspire others!
Keep up with Steve on Twitter @docusteve
jakethesnakemovie.com
The Rock Star Principals were honored to join Diamond Dallas Page, Jake Roberts, Scott Hall, and Steve Yu at the Ritz 5 in Philadelphia, PA for one of the limited national screenings of the new documentary movie, "The Resurrection of Jake the Snake Roberts." In this episode, you'll hear the "Doctor of Proctors," Dr. Nick Indeglio, Zero Gravity himself, deliver the verdict on the film! You'll also be treated to some clips from the Question and Answer session that took place after the movie with all the stars of the film. As always, Jon and Nick keep it real and work in some funny anecdotes from the wacky world of education and profesional wrestling.
Just like the movie itself, you won't want to miss this episode!
The Rock Stars are back with a hot episode full of fun and edu-awesomeness!
- Article Review: Delaying Kindergarten to Age 7... by Valerie Strauss from the Washington Post
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: The PA Principals' Association State Conference
- 10/18/2015 to 10/20/2015
- Featuring James Strong, Justin Baeder, Mike Schmoker, Jay Paterno
- Special Segment for Our Friends at PaTTAN: Social Media Basics
The Rock Star Principals bring you their most focused and intense interview to date as Dr. Douglas Reeves, founding partner for Creative Leadership Solutions and author of over 30 books along with 80 educational articles, joins the podcast for an in-depth interview. Dr. Reeves brings his experience as a Harvard University Distinguished Author and the Brock International Laureate to help educators take their game to the next level.
The Rock Stars and Dr. Reeves discuss all the following and much much more:
- Dr. Reeves' new book, "Inspiring Creativity and Innovation" Buy Here!
- His upcoming follow-up book, "Elements of Grading: A Guide to Effective Practice" Pre-order here!
- Grading: a case against giving zeroes
- Using data effectively
- John Hattie and Mike Schmoker
- How can creativeleadership.net
- What would Dr. Reeves choose as his superpower? (you'll never guess)
Don't miss this one!
We were just re-tweeted by Burt Young, the real star of the "Rocky" Saga (@burtyoungartist)! We are thrilled. It's a life-long dream to "meet" (my) Dad's favorite character from the series! Twitter is the next best thing. But we want to get Mr. Young on the Podcast. Why? First, Burt Young's dad was a high school shop teacher. "Teaching" is in his blood. And all of you remember our highly popular segment, "Rocky's Punches of Perspicacity," and "Paulie" is a huge part of that.
Did you know:
- Burt Young was a REAL professional boxer. In fact, he was 14-0!
- Burt Young is an artist. The pictures Paulie were painting in "Rocky Balboa" were actually Burt's pictures.
- Burt Young's art work is actually for sale and you can own it!
So in Episode 66 we discuss Burt's acting credits, his life, "Rocky," what made Paulie so special, and more!
But we need you to help us get Burt's attention again and on the show. Sure, we have 33,000+ listeners in over 105 countries, all 50 states, and on 6 continents, BUT we're hoping Burt will hear your voice! Reach out to him at:
- Instagram: @burtyoungofficial
- Twitter: @burtyoungartist
- Facebook: look for "Burt Young's" Celebrity Page
- Website: burtyoungartandfilm.com
"Shootin' the Sh!t with RSP"
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RIPfromRSP = Jon's dog, Sandy
- Disney Infinity 3.0 - Star Wars
- The Universal Wrestling Federation Facebook Page (this is Nick's action figure wrestling federation from grade 3 til...well, now, actually...)
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RIPfromRSP = Reginald VelJohnson and Dennis Franz
- They aren't dead.
- We want Ronda Rousey (@rondarousey).
- ...and Henry Winkler and Mr. Belding
Episode 65 went off the rails quickly, but is still awesome-sauce!
- Article Review: "Early School Start Times-Bad for Kids Academically and Emotionally" by Diane Schaffhauser
- A Word From Our Fake Sponsor: Monday Night Football and MacGyver (ABC)
- "Marc Mero Recap"
- Marc Mero returned to Pennsylvania and visited 4 different schools including LMS and DMS
- @marcmero
- thinkpoz.org
- Parents attended...what did they think?
- Jon's kids attended...what did they think?
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: Marc Mero #Choices
- "PSSA Re-boot: The RSPPA"
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RIPfromRSP (Moses Malone)
- Where PDE and PA went wrong with the PSSA...
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- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: "Sock 'Em Boppers"
- "Shootin' the Sh!t with RSP"
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RIPfromRSP = Jon's dog, Sandy
- Disney Infinity 3.0 - Star Wars
- The Universal Wrestling Federation Facebook Page (this is Nick's action figure wrestling federation from grade 3 til...well, now, actually...)
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RIPfromRSP = Reginald VelJohnson and Dennis Franz
- They aren't dead.
- We want Ronda Rousey (@rondarousey).
- ...and Henry Winkler and Mr. Belding
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The JUMBO-sized Season 3 Premiere is here! "The Boss" Jon Ross and "The Doctor of Proctors" Nick Indeglio bring you an extra wallop of awesome-sauce as they discuss:
- "A Tale of Two Rock Stars (Getting Pulled Over)" and "Principal Pro" by Kristina Diviny-MacBury.
- What do the Rock Stars discover after getting pulled over in the same place by the same officer months apart?
- How does this relate to Discipline and Restorative Practices?
- Book Intro of "Principal Pro" @educate4hope
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: M.A.S.K. (Mobile Armored Strike Kommand) from Kenner (1980's)
- "The Dissertation:" Jon and Nick discuss some helpful tips for Chapter 2-The Lit Review
- Narrow the Focus.
- Organize Your Way.
- No One Cares About You.
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: Transformers Ultra Magnus (Hasbro 1986)
- Pop Culture Round-Up
- Millenium Falcon Drones on Force Friday
- Mad Max: Fury Road (Greatest Action Movie Ever?)
- Fear the Walking Dead
- A Word From Our Fake Sponsor: GoBots from Tonka
- An Excerpt from Our First Live "Periscope"
- Thanks to @MAStewartMA
- See you next time!!!
Recently, Jon and Nick had the opportunity to attend a MLB game at Camden Yards with Superintendent Larry Mussoline and Marsh Creek 6th Grade Center Principal, Tom Mulvey. The boys drove with Tom and conducted a great interview focusing on:
- The challenges of building a single grade center from concept to brick and mortar to opening.
- Opening a center with an iPad 1:1 initiative.
- The challenges and opportunities tied to that technology.
- Breaking old perceptions towards traditional schooling.
- Building rapport and relationships.
- Super-Powers.
- The Grateful Dead.
- ...and more...
Join the Rock Star Principals for "Story Time." Jon shares some classics from the past and the dynamic duo discuss some summer interviews with candidates fresh out of college!
We are numerically out of order because we promised Diamond Dallas Page for Episode 60! That episode will drop next week. For now, enjoy the following awesomeness:
- Reflections on the "Choices" presentation by Marc Mero (@marcmero) thinkpoz.org
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: DDPYoga
- Article Review: "What Happens When Students Boycott a Standardized Test?" by Lauren McKenna (@TheAtlantic)
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: Air Supply for Dr. Pepper
- Story Time with The Boss: What happens when the teacher starts crying?
The Rock Star Principals bring you their most powerful episode yet as the dynamic duo is joined by world famous motivational speaker and former professional wrestling legend, Marc Mero! Fortune and fame was followed by tremendous personal loss and Marc realized that both his good choices and bad choices shaped his life and had an impact on those around him.
The Champion of Choices organization was founded by Marc shortly after (thinkpoz.org) and Marc's powerful "Choices" presentation has been to thousands of schools world-wide. Recently, a video from Marc's assembly went viral on YouTube with over 9 million people being inspired by his message.
Jon and Nick strongly encourage all the principals and educational leaders across "Rock and Roll, USA" to listen carefully and consider bringing Marc and his inspirational program to your district!
- Today's Show:
- A Special Introduction...
- Interview Segment Part 1: Marc Mero (@marcmero)
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: DDP Yoga (ddpyoga.com)
- Interview Segment Part 2: Marc Mero (cont.)
- Original Song by Michael Indeglio: "I Believe"
RSP 58 features a discussion from #EdCampDtown with awesome educators about an article by Nina Golgowski-New York Daily News (@glowgow) where an elementary school in New York (PS 116-Principal Jane Hsu) abandoned homework. We interviewed @EricDaney @jonathanblow @DrStaubSTEM
We also get Nick's predictions on "Wrestlemania 31" (he's interviewed by @RFarinaDM who hates pro-wrestling). It's funny and informative. @wwe @wweuniverse #Wrestlemania
The Rock Star Principals are at the first ever Downingtown Ed Camp on the second day of Spring (with 6 inches of snow on the ground)! Giant Kudos to the crew who organized the event: @KristieLBurk @jonathanblow @DrStaubSTEM -
- The Mobile Introduction: Snow, Smoothies, Drive Thrus, EdCamps
- Kristie Burke explains how an EdCamp works
- Interview with @33megan33 from the Bahamas on "Mystery Skype!"
- Interview with @christybrenn from Haverford on "Google Hang-Outs!"
- Interview with @DrStaub STEM about "Eating Your Vegetables" and the "Law of Two Feet!"
Enjoy episode 57 and the excitement of #EdCampDTown will continue in episode 58!
As Jon and Nick braved the treacherous roads on their way to an in-service day, they recorded the podcast on the drive along the way. They risked life and limb for their dedicated listeners. Topics include:
- The guy at the Dunkin Donuts wearing purple gloves.
- Dunkin Donuts is hiring and Jon's 16 year old daughter needs a job.
- The Forbes.com article declaring that the Happiest Job is "Principal."
- ESEA (No Child Left Behind) and Race to the Top
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor Infomercial: Hyundai and the Sonata
- Pennsylvania Governor Stories
- The Law of Diminishing Returns: Can a Great Principal Outlast His/Her Stay?
- Why don't people clean their cars off when it snows?
- Cable TV as we know it is dying! Netflix, Hulu, Sling, Amazon Video
This week, the Rock Star Principals follow up on their amazing interview with Dr. Larry Mussoline, the Superintendent of Downingtown Schools.
- Report Review:CRPE ReInventing Public Education-Policy Barriers to School Improvement: What's Real and What's Imagined
- Todd Whitaker and "Greatness"
- Jim Collins and the Right Seats on the Bus
- Bill Parcells and His Personell Philosophy
- Pro-Wrestling and Style (The Great Samu)
- Malcolm Gladwell
- "It's not a money problem; it's an idea problem
- Fake Sponsor: Sock Em Boppers
- Blog Review: Robots are Taking Over the Job Market
- by Frank Sonder
- Swiss Think Tank W.I.R.E.
- Chalk v. Paper in 1815
- Fake Sponsor: He-Man Playset
- Pop Culture Review: Walking Dead MidSeason Return
This week, Jon and Nick bring a powerful episode to the table that features an interview with their very own Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Larry Mussoline (@lmussoline). This interview delves into the past, present, and future of education in the United States. The barriers to innovation are identified and the bulldozers needed to make these changes are brought to the table as well. Some of the edu-lutionary conversation includes:
- Mass Customized Learning and Self-Driven Learning
- Student Choice at All Levels of Education
- Bring Your Own Device and 1-to-1 Technology Initaitives
- Ian Jukes (@ijukes) and getting outside the "box"
- Blended Learning
- The Auto-Pilot Analogy
- What a Superintendent Looks for in a Principal
- What Super-Hero Would You Be?
- A Word From Our Fake Sponsor: The "Let's Go Mets" 1986 Music Montage
Proceed with caution, Rock Stars. This is a "Mind Blown Zone"!"
Tons of educational content and pop culture greatness "rocks" this podcast! Follow RSP on Twitter @rckstrprincipal -and- rockstarprincipals.com -and- "Like" our Facebook Page -and- subscribe on iTunes!
- Episode 53
- Article Review: Discipline Study
- Does harsh discipline climate affect good students?
- @iirpgradschool
- @rfarinadms
- Fake Sponsor: Drake's Devil Dogs
- Article Review: Self-Driven Learning by Katrina Schwartz @kschwart
- @larryferlazzo "Building a Community of Self-Motivated Learners
- masscustomizedlearning.com
- Fake Sponsor: Nntendo's Mike Tyson's Punch-Out
- Pop Culture Time!
- Sons of Liberty @History
- True Detective @TD_HBO
- American Sniper @AmericanSniper @chriskylefrog
- The Judge @robertdowneyjr
- Article Review: Discipline Study
Eat. Sleep. Rock. Repeat.
Jon and Nick, the Rock Star Principals return with an all new episode offering advice for teachers who have obtained their first assistant principal's role in the same building they teach! Hear the panel of Rob Farina (3 year assistant principal at Downingtown Middle School @DASD_DMS) and Dave Wiedlich (Brand new assistant principal at Lionville Middle School @DASD_LMS) where both taught prior to becoming principals.
And, of course, the "Doctor of Proctors" and the "Boss" bring you a "Word from Our Fake Sponsor," which is Shrinky Dinks from Colorform!
Season 2 continues with some Edu-Awesome-Sauce! Tune in for:
- Rcoky Balboa's Punches of Perspicacity!
- Rocky IV: "Going that one more round when you don't think you can, that's what makes all the difference in your life..."
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: WeBuyAnyCar.Com
- App Review: "Book Creator" by redjumper.net
- Top Rated by RSP!
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: eSurance with Beatrice
- Blog Review: PracticalTheory.org with @chrislehmann
- "Can's We Just Get Better?"
Jon and Nick, otherwise known as RSP, are thrilled to begin the 2nd Season of their hit podcast! And what better way to begin than with a special DOUBLE-SIZED 50th Episode! It's "Back to School" time and "The Boss" along with the "Doctor of Proctors" is ready to rock out...educational leadership style!
- Welcome Back Segment: Nick and Jon discuss the start of the new school year with changes in both of their buildings.
- "A Word from Our Fake Sponsors:" Air Supply and Dr. Pepper
- Rocky Balboa's Punches of Perspicacity: "Fear" from Rocky III
- "A Word from Our Fake Sponsors:" Sock 'Em Boppers
- "You Just Bought Yourself Another Saturday" - Educational Movie Wisdom
- Olympia Dukakis as the Principal in "Mr. Holland's Opus:" Stuck Compass
- "A Word from Our Fake Sponsors:" Staples Back to School
- Article Segment: Homework by @JustinCoulson from The Daily Telegraph
- The homework debate continues...you know what Nick and Jon think...
- The importance of reading at night...
- "A Word from Our Fake Sponsors:" Guardians of the Galaxy
- Pop Culture Segment: Epic Meal Empire, Guardians of the Galaxy, Stone Cold's Broken Skull Ranch, The Strain, The College Football Playoff System
Enjoy the Season 2 Premiere and our 50th Episode!!!
Why don't Americans tell knock-knock jokes?
Because Freedom Rings!!!
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Plenty of Edu-Fun and Princi-PAL-ing happening in Episode 49! Join Jon and Nick for all this and more:
- "Rocky Balboa's Punches of Perspicacity:" Lesson 1 from Rocky Balboa - Life ain't all sunshines and rainbows...
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: Movie Trailer for 1988's "Bloodsport" starring Jean Claude Van Damme
- "You Just Bought Yourself Another Saturday!" Movies About Education: Uncle Buck
- Twiddlers
- Silly Hearts
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: Movie Trailer from 1989's "Cyborg" Starring Jean Claude Van Damme
- RSP Reviews TV Shows: "The Strain" on FX
- @TheStrainFX
Don't Miss It!
Episode 48 brings Edu-Awesome to a new level! A new segment debuts that will please all of our principal and teacher movie fans!
- Article Review: "Complaining" by Selena Rezvani (@SelenaRezvani)
- How is complaining ruining your reputation at work?
- The Fish Philosophy (@fishphilosophy)
- Jim Rohn and @shawnachor
- @toddwhitaker and "Shifting the Monkey"
- IIRP and Restorative Practices
- A Word from Our Fake Sponsor: Dr. Pepper and Air Supply (1981)
- New Segment: "You Just Bought Yourself Another Saturday:" Lessons from Movies About Teaching/Education
- The Breakfast Club
- Carl and Vernon
- "The kids have changed."
- "You think I give a _*&^% what these kids' think?"
- The Breakfast Club
All this and more!
Fellow Rock Stars Unite!!!
As the hit segment, "Lessons from the Middle School Mafia," draws to a close, Jon and Nick bring two new and even awesomer (is that a word?) pieces to the podcast!
"Rocky Balboa's Punches of Perspicacity" - RSP are huge fans of all the "Rocky" movies (except for part V, which we pretend never happened). Join us as we discuss the best quotes and inspiration from the classic films!
"You Just Bought Yourself Another Saturday:" Famous Principals in Film - Principals and educational leadership have a home in the movies (albeit not always flattering). The Rock Stars pick the best (or worst) and translate it into Edu-Leadership Awesome-Sauce!
Don't miss these new pieces of fantastic-ness; coming soon to RSP!
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