MESPA PrincipalCast

Minnesota Elementary School Principals' Association (MESPA)
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Bite-sized PD in podcast form for principals on the move, by the Minnesota Elementary School Principals' Association (MESPA). The MESPA PrincipalCast is a podcast created by MESPA members, for MESPA members! With a rotating cast of hosts and guests, the MESPA PrincipalCast touches on important topics like mental health and school culture, as well as featuring stories from principals like you in the trenches. Interested in sharing a story, hosting an episode, or speaking on a particular topic? Get in touch at mespa@mespa.net.

  1. 01/26/2022

    MESPA PrincipalCast Episode 22 - Brad Gustafson Returns!

    Dr. Brad Gustafson, principal of Greenwood Elementary School in Wayzata, is our latest podcast guest! Brad is not only a principal and active MESPA member but also an accomplished author and will be the closing keynote speaker at Institute 2022. Hear about Brad's latest book, The 6 Literacy Levers, and how embracing reading and challenging his own thoughts about literacy have made him a better leader. Don't miss Brad's keynote on Friday, Feb. 4th at Institute 2022! Click here to register and come back together with MESPA. Go to bradgustafson.com to see a list of Brad's books and learn more about his work.

    31 min

  2. 01/25/2022

    MESPA PrincipalCast Episode 21 - Adam Welcome

    Our opening thought leader for Institute 2022, Adam Welcome, joins Bret on the podcast! Adam talks about his career journey and his philosophy of simplifying your plans for a greater chance of success. Hear about the inception of "Kids Deserve It" and Adam's approach to making an impact on educators as a speaker. Don't miss Adam's keynote on Wednesday, Feb. 2nd at Institute 2022! Click here to register and come back together with MESPA. Go to mradamwelcome.com to see a list of Adam's books, and connect with him online via @mradamwelcome across social media platforms.

    37 min

  3. 01/04/2022

    MESPA PrincipalCast Episode 20 - Nancy Antoine Returns!

    It's a first for MESPA PrincipalCast! Bridgewater Elementary School principal Nancy Antoine returns to the podcast to speak with Bret about receiving the 2021 MN NAESP National Distinguished Principal Award. Listen for Nancy's approach to difficult conversations about equity, and what it means to be a Nationally Distinguished Principal. The 2022 NDP award is open for applications! Visit mespa.net/NDP to learn more and download an application.

    44 min

  4. 06/24/2021

    MESPA PrincipalCast Episode 19 - Jen Olson

    In this episode, Jen Olson—principal at Humphrey & Winsted Elementary Schools in the Howard-Lake-Waverly-Winsted School District—talks about what it's like to be a principal of two schools at the same time, work/life balance, being a female leader in her community, and the advocacy efforts of principals that go on at a state and national level.

    40 min

  5. 05/27/2021

    MESPA PrincipalCast Episode 18 - Gabe Hackett

    Welcome back to the MESPA PrincipalCast! In this episode, Gabe Hackett—elementary school principal in Monticello—talks about his journey to the principalship, the power of finding support through social media, and tips for how to create a positive and productive school culture. You can find Gabe on Twitter @LME_Principal or read his blog at gabehacket.edublogs.org.

    42 min

  6. 06/11/2020

    MESPA PrincipalCast Episode 17 - Dr. Brad Gustafson

    In this encouraging episode, Dr. Brad Gustafson, elementary school principal in Wayzata, former National Distinguished Principal, and author of "Renegade Leadership" and "Reclaiming our Calling" discusses the shift we're seeing in education with another period of Distance Learning looming on the horizon. While Distance Learning isn't ideal, Dr. Gustafson and Bret Domstrand have a candid conversation about what is going right, the realities of being a principal during this time, and different ways to approach this challenge. You can find Dr. Gustafson on Twitter @GustafsonBrad or visit his website, bradgustafson.com.

    50 min

  7. 05/28/2020

    MESPA PrincipalCast Episode 16 - Dr. Katie Pekel

    Podcast host Bret Domstrand interviews the constantly curious Dr. Katie Pekel of the University of Minnesota's Minnesota Principal Academy. Dr. Pekel has worked as a middle school and elementary school principal, ultimately ending up as the Principal in Residence with the Minnesota Principal Academy. In this episode, they discuss Dr. Pekel's passion for research and what academic research looks like when it's implemented in a real life classroom. Dr. Pekel also talks about what it's like working for the University of Minnesota, the success of MPA, and her respect for the legislative process.

    47 min

  8. 04/23/2020

    MEPSA PrincipalCast Episode 15 - Roger Aronson

    Podcast host, Bret Domstrand sits down with MESPA Legal Counsel and Lobbyist, Roger Aronson to discuss how came to be a lobbyist for educators. Roger, a born and bred Minnesotan talks about his career trajectory, what it's like working as a legislator, and how he maximizes his time and nourishes relationships with politicians on our behalf.

    48 min
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Bite-sized PD in podcast form for principals on the move, by the Minnesota Elementary School Principals' Association (MESPA). The MESPA PrincipalCast is a podcast created by MESPA members, for MESPA members! With a rotating cast of hosts and guests, the MESPA PrincipalCast touches on important topics like mental health and school culture, as well as featuring stories from principals like you in the trenches. Interested in sharing a story, hosting an episode, or speaking on a particular topic? Get in touch at mespa@mespa.net.

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  • Creator
    Minnesota Elementary School Principals' Association (MESPA)
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2022
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Minnesota Elementary School Principals' Association (MESPA)
  • Show Website
    MESPA PrincipalCast