From the Principal's Desk

Mike Schiemann and Rob Lunak
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  • Education
  • Updated Weekly

Weekly advice and encouragement for principals and school leaders.

  1. Jul 1

    Graduation

    This week we talk about graduation, and some things to think about as you plan one for your school.

  2. May 5

    Ep 95 Changes

    How do you manage changes in your school? How do you create the conditions for positive change in your school? This week we discuss change.

  3. Apr 8

    Ep 94 Curriculum Mapping

    This week we talk about curriculum mapping. If you have curriculum maps that you want to share you can reach us at robert.lunak13@gmail.com or mike.schiemann@saints.org

  4. Jan 21

    Ep. 93 Grammar Instruction with Patty McGee

    This week we talk with Patty McGee about grammar instruction. She is a Milken Educator Award recipient, author of three books for teachers, and literacy consultant working with districts nationally and internationally. Her new book, Not Your Granny’s Grammar: An Innovative Approach to Meaningful and Engaging Grammar Instruction, introduces a classroom-tested method that turns grammar into an engaging, effective adventure for grades 2-8.  You can learn more about Patty at: https://pattymcgee.org/services/grammar-instruction/

  5. Jan 14

    Ep 92 Dr. Jess Werner

    This week we talk with Dr. Jess Werner about her work supporting teachers and schools. Jess is the founder and CEO of Northshore Learning. She’s worked globally in PK-8 settings as both teacher and professor, but her real impact is in empowering school leaders and educators to tackle behavior support, SEL integration, and staff retention through neuroscience-based professional development. It's a great episode! You can learn more about Northshore learning at https://www.northshorelearning.org/ We also mentioned a few books today: The First Days of School: How to be an Effective Teacher Teach Like a Champion Dream Class: How to Transform Any Group of Students Into the Class You've Always Wanted 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People Teach-To’s: 100 Behavior Lesson Plans and Essential Advice

  6. Jan 7

    Ep 91 Princpal and Parent

    This week we talk about being a principal and a parent.

  7. 12/19/2025

    Ep 90 Bryan Wetzel

    This week we speak with Bryan Wetzel about his thoughts on ways public education could improve. Bryan has worked with or started several companies, including Skubes, recognized as a top education startup by Dig South. He wrote “The Real Problems Destroying Education,” released in March 2024, drawing from his Skubes experience. You can learn more about Bryan at: https://www.bryanthomaswetzel.com/about-5

  8. 12/05/2025

    Ep 89 Caring for Families Around Christmas

    This week we talk about caring for others around Christmas time.

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Weekly advice and encouragement for principals and school leaders.

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  • Creator
    Mike Schiemann and Rob Lunak
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    97
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mike Schiemann and Rob Lunak
  • Show Website
    From the Principal's Desk