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

Join SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy as she gains an insightful look into College Community's comprehensive system of supports for students from Laura Medberry, the district's executive director of learning supports.This episode showcases the district's comprehensive and collaborative approach to supporting the holistic well-being of students, involving community partnerships, trauma-informed practices, data-driven decision-making, and a shared vision for meeting students' social, emotional and behavioral needs.

Tragic. Sudden. Terrible. Words to describe a moment when death or tragedy strikes your school. But what should you do next? Often, we are unprepared for these events because we've never thought about them in advance. Join SAI President and Union High School Principal Jason Toenges as he provides real-life stories and considerations if you are ever faced with a death or tragedy in your building or district.

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.