IASP Advocacy Podcast 9.26.25

Good morning, School Leaders! It's Friday, and that means it's time for the IASP Advocacy Podcast! In this week's episode, I'm fresh off our September Board of Directors meeting and district visits across the state. I'll share three big topics that are shaping our schools right now: School Accountability – Why the draft model is a step forward and how it can better highlight the incredible work happening in our schools. Freedom of Speech – A timely discussion on educators' First Amendment rights  Teacher Appreciation Grant (TAG) – A dive into the stipulations of the grant, who is eligible, and some practical approaches. Click here to access the IDOE Guidance document. 🎧 Click here to listen to this week's episode.  Thanks for tuning in, and thank you for leading in your schools and communities each day. Stay informed. Stay focused. And keep leading Indiana forward. — Cindy Long Assistant Executive Director, IASP