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Cool Coffee w/ Kansas Principals

KPA: Kansas Principals Association

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Welcome to Cool Coffee with Kansas Principals! By and for school administrators, this podcast is intended to promote candid discussion and offer insight from a building leader’s perspective. Just as the job provides, topics will vary and may even be random. The goal is to bring timely, interesting, comical, and/or relevant conversation for the building principal to enjoy. Brew your coffee and take a sip before it cools...this is Cool Coffee with Kansas Principals.
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Principal Rick Sola from Chisholm Trail Middle School in Olathe USD 233, shares a quote he has found impactful and applicable to the principalship. A quote from (former) President Teddy Roosevelt in a 1910 speech popularly known as "The Man in the Arena" is shared with intentions to both encourage and comfort the building principal as the challenge…
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Mr. Lucas Matile of Central Heights High School in USD 288 shares why the feeling of being "lonely at the top" may indicate you are doing it wrong. Building community, one's own community, is a focal point of Mr. Matile's perspective. Luke Matile High School Principal Central Heights High School USD 288 Connect on X - @lucas_matile The Power of Com…
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Mr. Kurt Seiler of Independence High School, USD 446, talks about their success tackling the issue of chronic absenteeism. Incentives for attending school as it is tied to their "good standing" policy has produced the results they hoped. Kurt shared some of the details and adjustments they made along the way to finetune their approach to solving on…
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Mr. Joel Wells of Elmont Elementary shares his perspective on challenging conversations. Joel shares 4 key components to a successful conversation when the stakes are high. Joel Wells Principal Elmont Elementary Seaman Schools USD #345 Connect on X: @jwesu5 Challenging ConversationsBy KPA: Kansas Principals Association
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Mr. Eric Sacco of Clifton-Clyde Grade and Middle School shares how important it is to do something both physical and mental each day for yourself. The routines we establish will go a long way to support our efforts as a school administrator. Eric Sacco PreK-8 Principal Clifton-Clyde Grade and Middle School USD 224 Connect with Mr. Sacco on X: @Sacc…
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In this "principal's perspective," Principal Leslianne Craft, of Andover Central Middle School in USD 385, discusses a book of great impact on her, Leadership on the Line: Staying Alive Through the Dangers of Leading. Principal Craft gives a brief overview of this book by Martin Linsky, Ronald A. Heifetz, and how she has and will continue to use it…
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Mr. Mike Wiley, principal of California Trail Middle School of Olathe Schools, USD 233, shares his perspective on the importance of the morning crosswalk greeting. This daily task may present itself as a bit mundane, but Mr. Wiley shares the value he places on this daily task as it relates to relationships with his students and families.…
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Dr. Todd Dain, principal of Shawnee Mission South High School, gives a preview of his upcoming KPA Conference presentation with Principal Kelly Whittiker (Ottawa High School) on November 6/7, 2024 regarding "drinking from a fire hose". Dr. Dain also shares insight on what it means to be a "trust willing" leader and explains how that mindset will gr…
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***Note: There is an audio *hum* beginning just after the first minute and ending right at 10 minutes (AC unit)*** Mr. Chris Rinehart, principal of Plainville Elementary School, shares about his path to the chair, spirit day dilemmas, and Plainville's successful district operated daycare system that is now 3 years in operation. He explains how the …
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Mr. John Cannon, principal of Ellsworth Jr/Sr High, talks about the school year that just started, some of his favorite quotes, and his new role as KPA's president. John provides insight on his time with the KPA, how it's been so valuable for him as a professional, and how it can be valuable for any school administrator in Kansas. Listen to this ep…
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35 year educator, Mrs. Stacey Green, talks about how excited she still is to be in education, some lessons and advice along the way, and the value of promoting gratitude amongst staff. Reference book by Shelly Miller: Rhythms of Rest: Finding the Spirit of Sabbath in a Busy World Adam Grant quote: 7/12/2022 X post https://x.com/AdamMGrant/status/15…
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Ms. Megan Hankins, principal of Louisburg Middle School in the Louisburg USD 416 school district, just completed her first year as principal. This was also her first "official" year as an administrator. Listen in as Ms. Hankins discusses how she prepared last year, what she'd do different, and how she plans to move forward in year 2 on the job. 00:…
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Dr. Todd Dain, principal of Shawnee Mission South High School and 2023 NASSP Principal of the Year, discusses school culture and the intentional efforts he makes to bring in new staff members at the start of the year. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome to Cool Coffee 01:08 Dr. Todd Dain's Journey to Becoming a Principal 05:39 The Power of Building Rela…
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Made by Kansas principals, for Kansas principals. Candid conversation, relevant topics, principals from across the great state of Kansas...sit back, take a sip, and enjoy...this is Cool Coffee w/ KS Principals! YOUR FEEDBACK IS APPRECIATED! Leave suggestions, guest recommendations, questions HERE! Connect with us on... X: @KSPrincipals Facebook: KS…
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MP3 Caid Mile Failte! Today's episode will highlight the 2014 Indy Irish Fest, taking place at Military Park in Indianapolis, Indiana, between Sept. 12 - 14. Admission is $15/Day at the gate with a $5 off if you buy in Advance. Students 14 - 18 with Student ID are $10, Children (5 - 13), IBEW members, and Military $5/Day. Children (4 and under) fre…
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MP3 Caid Maile Failte. This podcast was a live interview with Marc Gunn at Pandora Con 2013. It speaks for itself give it a listen. 1. Killkelly, Ireland --- Not Every day is St. Patrick’s Day 2. Finnegan’s Wake --- Songs of Ireland 3. The Leprechaun (You're No Irish Laddie!) --- Soul of a Harper 4. Jasper Tabby Kitty Cat-y (parody The Barnyards of…
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Mp3 Link Caid Maile Failte, This is not a full podcast rather a dedication segment to fallen Officers Ray Bradway and Tim Day. Both were from Indianapolis, IN. Officer Bradway passed away after being shot answering a Domestic Disturbance call. Officer Day died of a heart attack. Both were respected members of the IMPD. The is no spoken Audio only t…
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MP3 LinkCaid Maile Failte. This epsode is going to be used to highlight the Indy Irish Fest taking place in Indianapolis, IN Sept. 13 - 15 at Military Park. Sorry about the lack of updates; job, schedules, and real life got in the way. I've got it worked out, so expect a new podcast every 2 weeks. I unfortunely don't have any concert infomation in …
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MP3 Link Caid Maile Failte this is episode 5 of the Celtic Indy podcast. In this episode I explain why the long haitus, as well as some upcoming shows. I hope you enjoy. As always leave any feedback either on the comments or email me celtic.indy.podcast@gmail.com Upcoming Shows: For a more complete list go to http://shamrockclubwis.com/midwest.html…
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MP3 Link Céad míle fáilte, this is episode three of the Celtic Indy Podcast. I hope you enjoy the music I have selected for you this week. Thomas has decided he would rather just do the recording than to actually be recorded. As a result I'm looking for a new co-host if interested e-mail at Celtic.Indy.Podcast@gmail.com or post a comment. I'm chang…
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MP3 Link Céad míle fáilte, welcome to episode three of the Celtic Indy Podcast. This week I introduce you to my new co-host in Thomas Hart. Please make him feel welcome. I hope you enjoy the music we have selected for you this week. * Upcoming Shows: -Every Tuesday there is an Irish Jam Session at McGinley's Golden Ace Inn located at 2533 E Washing…
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MP3 Link Céad míle fáilte, welcome to episode two of the Celtic Indy Podcast. I hope you enjoy the music I have selected for you this week. *Listen to these other great podcasts for Celtic Music. - -Marc Gunn's Pub Songs Podcast - - If you have a podcast you would like added to the list comment or send me an e-mail at Celtic.Indy.Podcast@gmail.com …
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Hello, my name is Todd Wiley, and this our first Celtic Indy Podcast, Céad míle fáilte. This week's podcast is going to be used to highlight the Indy Irish Fest. I will be highlighting the musicians performing at the the fest and giving you information on the Indy Irish Fest. *Every Tuesday is Irish Jam Session night at McGinley's Golden Ace Inn 25…
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