IASP Leadership Podcast Season 7: Episode 251

Aspiring Leaders Conference 2026: Your Launchpad into School Leadership Are you ready to take the next step into school leadership? In this episode of the IASP Leadership Podcast, Dr. Tiffany D. Barrett sits down with Indiana's 2025 Principals of the Year—Todd Reagan, Tom Hakim, and Amy Boone—to explore what it really takes to move from the classroom into leadership. Together, they share: What inspired them to pursue leadership What aspiring administrators often don't realize How to strengthen your resume and interview skills The qualities principals look for when hiring Why the IASP Aspiring Leaders Conference is a must-attend experience The IASP Aspiring Leaders Conference (April 24–25 in Indianapolis) is designed for educators who are ready to explore leadership, build confidence, and gain practical tools to step into their first administrative role. With hands-on learning, mock interviews, resume reviews, and real conversations with current administrators, this conference provides a powerful, low-risk opportunity to grow. If leadership is on your heart, this episode—and this conference—are for you. 👉 Register now: https://iasp.org/aspiring-conference-registration/ Keywords: aspiring school leaders, assistant principal pathway, education leadership Indiana, principal leadership development, school leadership conference, IASP, teacher to administrator transition