It’s been SAId: Conversations on leadership School Administrators of Iowa

Join SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy as she discusses the mental wellness continuum of supports implemented by the Harlan School District with Superintendent Jenny Barnett. This conversation will not only explore Harlan's successful strategies, but also equip you with valuable tips on finding additional resources to bolster student mental health in your own community.
Learn more about creating a supportive school environment where students can thrive.

Join us for a captivating conversation with Al Neppl, the incoming Associate Professional Learning Director at SAI!
In this episode of "It's been SAId: Conversations on leadership," you'll hear:
Al's unique insights from working in both small and large school districts.
His passionate perspective on the transformative power of professional learning.
Exciting plans for the future as he connects with SAI members across the state.
Al's recent learning experiences and a few resources relevant to your own educational journey.
Tune in and get ready to be inspired!

Join SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy as she talks with Adel-De Soto-Minburn Superintendent Greg Dufoe about how the district embraced the 4 Disciplines of Execution to create breakthrough results.
Listen now to learn more about the 4 Disciplines—focus, leverage, engagement, and accountability—and how they might reset your school improvement process.

Join SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy as she talks with the association's Government Relations Director Dave Daughton.
In this episode, Dave shares
Why education advocacy is important
How administrators can effectively communicate the needs of their schools to policymakers and legislators
Key strategies for building community support and involvement in advocating for public education
Advice on how administrators should interact with elected officials and encouragement for those who may feel hesitant or unsure about engaging in political advocacy due to the complexities or potential ramifications
Listen now as there are actions you can take even before the legislative session begins.

Join SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy and Maria Lantz of Ottumwa as they delve into the importance of collaboration in cultivating a culture that embraces social and emotional learning in schools and districts.
During their conversation, Maria discussed key components of a sustainable SEL program, emphasizing the need for adults to actively engage in social and emotional learning themselves. She also shed light on the significance of embedding SEL into all aspects of education, from the classroom to the curriculum.
Maria also shares methods for overcoming concerns, including transparent communication and learning nights with families and providing educators with the necessary resources and professional development opportunities.
Tune in and gain ideas!
Access Maria's resources: 
Google Class
Guide using Iowa's Social Emotional Learning Competencies

Hear from High School Principal Kristen Souza and Instructional Coach Sam Pohl from PCM about their rural high school's journey in implementing Restorative Justice and the reasons it was started. 
Restorative Justice helps strengthen relationships and build community while resolving problems that have caused harm or damaged relationships. RJ focuses on accountability and healing over punishment.
In this episode, we explore how Restorative Justice
provides students with conflict-resolution skills,
decreases office referrals,
improves culture,
strengthens student-teacher conversations and
gives students voice. 
Learn more about a common misconception that RJ replaces discipline and how that is managed.