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OAESA's podcast giving Ohio's school leaders the advantEDGE they need for success by bringing them the most up-to-date resources, information, and connections to enable them to be great building leaders. Our goal is to intentionally connect our members and give them the resources they need to take personal responsibility for improving the lives of those entrusted to their care.

  1. APR 23

    Taking Care of Kids

    This episode of the Leaders AdvantEDGE podcast, Taking Care of Kids, introduces a new rotating host, Matt Bradley, principal at Highland Middle School. Matt's conversation with Brianne Jaynes, Highland Middle School's school counselor, focuses on a few key initiatives they have developed to support students who may be struggling to engage in learning on a given day. You can connect with Matt for more details at matt_b@hlsd.us.

    12 min

  2. MAR 24

    The Midas Touch

    Joy O'Brien's conversation with Maddux Elementary's head custodian, Mike Abbinante, dives into the heart of school culture — the people and programs that keep our schools thriving. They share some innovative ways that Mike's leadership in the building has positively impacted their PBIS Program and overall culture in the building.

    12 min

  3. MAR 5

    The Principal as Servant Leader

    This On the Road with OAESA episode of Leaders AdvantEDGE, features OAESA President-elect and principal of Maddux Elementary in Forest Hills Schools, Joy O'Brien in conversation with Forest Hills colleague, Dan Hamilton, principal of Sherwood Elementary. Dan shares his passion for servant leadership and the history behind why this is the heart of his core value system. Check out this deep-dive conversation that highlights a key service project that Principal Hamilton spearheaded in his school community. Tune in and be inspired! Connect with Principal Dan Hamilton by email (danhamilton@foresthills.edu) or phone 513-231-7565.

    13 min

  4. JAN 28

    Human Connection Matters: A Conversation with Joe Beckman

    In this episode, OAESA President-elect Joy O'Brien sits down with author and motivational speaker Joe Beckman for a conversation about reclaiming human connection in schools and in life. Joe shares the "why" behind his work, what it really means to "just look up" amid the daily pressures of school leadership, and how adult connection influences student resilience. Joy and Joe also explore the need to find joy in school leadership—and offer a sneak peek at what attendees can expect from Joe's keynote at the OAESA summer conference, The Principal Influence: Leading Schools that Thrive. Show notes from this episode:  Be sure to get registered to see Joe in person at our conference at: https://oaesa.org/principalinfluence/  Click HERE to check out the swag that Joy and Joe talked about in the podcast. Join others in wearing of of the t-shirts to the conference and win cool stuff!  Off-mic, Joe shared a heartwarming story about a student he connected with who wrote and performed "I Love Your Face" because Joe's presentation meant so much to him! Check it out HERE.  Don't miss your chance to make amazing human connections and meet Joe Beckman in person at OAESA's Annual Professional Conference The Principal Influence: Leading Schools that Thrive.   Many thanks to our corporate partner, Lexia, for generously sponsoring this podcast.

    31 min

  5. 08/29/2024

    Administrators as Lead Learners

    Dr. Nick Neiderhouse, Principal at Rossford Local Schools and Federal Relations Coordinator on the OAESA Board of Directors, hosts fellow OAESA administrators, Lori Green, Colleen Mudore, Julie Gulley, and Bob Buck in a conversation sharing their takeaways from the NAESP United Conference. Tune in to learn about the importance of making your professional learning a priority and the value of connecting with colleagues both across the state and throughout the country. Find all OAESA professional development opportunities on the events page of our website: https://oaesa.org/events/

    33 min

  6. 05/02/2024

    Why Embark on the Mentorship Journey

    A principal mentorship program is designed to provide guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to new school administrators. Tune in to learn how OAESA/OASSA's grant-funded Beginning Administrators Mentorship (BAM) Program, has impacted both mentors and mentees with the addition of the Leadership Immersion Institute for mentors through NAESP. Episode Host: T.J. Ebert, principal at Independence Primary School Guests: Abbey Bolton, principal at Davey Elementary in Kent City Schools; Colleen Mudore, principal at Knollwood Elementary in Sheffield-Sheffield Lake Schools, Adam Dugas, principal at Bellflower Elementary in Mentor Exempted Village School District Show notes: Register for the OAESA Professional Conference: Centennial Celebration so you can attend the clinic session led by T.J. Ebert, Abbey Bolton, and Colleen Mudore! Inspired by our mentors' stories? Click  HERE to learn more about becoming a mentor. Know of a new administrator beginning their first or second year? Share  these details with them so they can take part in this grant-funded opportunity. Read the  Principal Navigator article that shares more about Abbey Bolton's experience.

    24 min

  7. 11/30/2023

    Making School Safety a Daily Habit

    In this episode, Dr. Becky Hornberger has a conversation with school safety experts, Dr. Amy Klinger and Amanda Klinger, about their approach to helping schools address the topic of school safety. Tune in to dive deeper into why you should shift from a 'response' mindset to a mindset of prevention and learn ways to integrate school safety into your daily building culture. To learn even more, sign up for OAESA's Virtual Second in Command Institute where today's guests will present a session and share even more about this important topic.  Resources from the conversation:  Visit the Educator's School Safety Network Website, https://eschoolsafety.org/ Learn more about their training opportunities: https://eschoolsafety.org/schedule  Check out the School Safety Free Period podcast: https://eschoolsafety.org/podcast

    33 min

  8. 08/02/2023

    The Science Behind Personalized Ed-Tech School Solutions

    With so many ed-tech options available, this episode focuses on the importance of evaluating the efficacy of these digital resources. Dr. Becky Hornberger's conversation with Hee Jin Bang, VP of Efficacy, Research, and Evaluation at Age of Learning—OAESA's newest corporate partner— and Carmen Alvarez, Early Childhood director at Harlingen Consolidated Independent SD in Texas shares details about an opportunity for Ohio educators to take part in a research study evaluating Age of Learning's unique resources My Reading Academy and My Math Academy.   Episode Resources: Overview of Research on My Math Academy and My Reading Academy Informational flyer with link to My Reading Academy Research Recruitment Informational flyer with link to My Math Academy Research Recruitment

    33 min
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OAESA's podcast giving Ohio's school leaders the advantEDGE they need for success by bringing them the most up-to-date resources, information, and connections to enable them to be great building leaders. Our goal is to intentionally connect our members and give them the resources they need to take personal responsibility for improving the lives of those entrusted to their care.

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