After School With The Admins

In this episode we talk with Colorado principal and digital creator Nick Holtvluwer. Nick is a well known Tik Tok and Instagram user who leverages his content to support school culture. We discuss how to use social media positively to showcase what schools are doing and how to have little fun while doing it.

In this episode we are joined by the owner and facilitator of PD Monster, Dr. Mahri Wrightington. Mahri is a former educator and administrator whose company creates individualized professional learning for schools and districts focusing on behaviors, classroom management, and support services.

In this episode we are joined by the founder and facilitator of Truss Leadership, Joe Truss. Joe is a former educator and administrator from San Francisco who now consults with school districts to develop racial conscious and social justice. He discusses his strategies and tools to prepare schools to be equitable and successful for all students.

In this episode we are joined by 2023 Kansas High School Principal of the Year Todd Dain. We discuss his five step process for developing school culture through leadership skills.

In this episode we are joined by 2025 New York Assistant Principal of the Year for High Schools Dr. Scott Muller. We discuss the state of education today and how to increase student performance.

In this episode we are joined by Elementary Assistant Principal of the Year for Connecticut, Laura Dixon. We discuss her motto of, "How can I serve" and how she reduced absenteeism by creating a positive school climate.

In this episode we are joined again by the leaders of the non-profit organization We Are. Dr. Ronda Taylor Bullock and Dr. Kelvin Daniel Bullock who are providing resources, programs, and education on racial equity for North Carolina communities.

In this episode we are joined by author and motivational speaker, Kyle S. King. We discuss his journey through education, how it has shaped his teaching style, and his latest book Contagious Culture.

We had so much fun the first time we needed to do it again. In this episode we bring back National Middle School Principal of the Year Dr. Damon Lewis. We discuss how to utilize community partnerships and how a educational leader builds them for success.

In this episode we are joined by 2025 Assistant Principal of the Year for Maine, Mike Toomey. He discusses school culture, restorative practices, and how his school is utilizing student leadership in amazing ways.

In this episode we are joined by the world renown author and speaker Rick Wormeli. He discusses why education needs Mastery Based Learning and how retakes help students show understanding better than traditional grading.

In this episode we are joined by Texas Middle School Principal of the Year and National Semifinalist Dr. Miguel Salazar. He discusses how he leverages high standards and accountability to produce school success.

In this episode we are joined by Bo Ryan. Bo Ryan is a principal and author who has taken professional learning communities to the next level. Within the discussion he explains the key components of PLCs and how to monitor their success.

In this episode we are talking with a former principal, now Director of Equity and Access for Simsbury Public Schools and President of the organization BLAC Dr. Tayarisha Batchelor. Throughout this discussion we cover mentoring principals, developing a high performing school, and self maintenance.

In this episode we are joined by the leaders of the non-profit organization We Are. Dr. Ronda Taylor Bullock and Dr. Kelvin Daniel Bullock discuss their work to provide anti-racist education for children, families, and educators.

In this episode we are joined by the admin team from Mountain Vista Community School led by 2025 Colorado AP of the Year for Middle Schools (Now Principal) Nicole Paxton. We discuss how the school used cognitive shifts to create systems and structures that produced academic successes.

In this episode we are joined by National High School Assistant Principal of the Year Saani Perry. Saani is a South Carolina administrator who has produced academic success through creating a positive school climate geared around wellness.

In this episode we are joined by a special guest Principal Kafele. He is a former educator and administrator who has written numerous books and provided professional development on instructional leadership to thousands. We get to talk with Principal Kafele about his career in education and how he helps others be the best they can for their schools and communities. This is a must listen. Enjoy.

In this episode, we’re joined by our former colleagues Adam Johnson and Jamie Harris, both high school administrators. Together, we share our preparation and concerns for the upcoming school year, while we also explore the positive and negative impacts of AI on education.

In this episode we discuss modeling best practices through peer observations with National High School Principal of the Year, Tony Cattani.

In this episode we are joined by Rahsheem "Rocky" Hollis, High School Assistant Principal of the Year for the state of Delaware. We are discussing how to create and hold our school communities to high expectations.

In this episode we discuss school culture and how to create change with National Middle School Principal of the Year, Dr. Damon Lewis.

In this episode we are joined by three teachers (Nina King, Juanita Crispin, and Akisha Maddox) who help us discuss what teachers want and need from their admins.

In this episode we are joined by two of Missouri's finest administrators, John Boyd and Randy Oliver. We will discuss how to create unforgettable experiences for all members of the school community while getting student, staff, and parent voice in the process.

In this episode we discuss high school academics with Connecticut's Assistant Principal of the Year for High Schools, LaShante James. We will look into the benefits and drawbacks of ECE Courses along with AP courses. Lastly, we will discuss tracking.

In this episode we look back at all the successes from this school year. We also look ahead to the summer and what work needs to be completed before the start of the next school year.

In this episode we discuss all aspects of school safety (Physically, Emotionally, and Mentally) and how it may be similar or different from state to state. We also have a guest on the podcast, Justin Tucker. Justin Tucker was the 2025 Middle School Assistant Principal of the Year for Indiana and a National Assistant Principal of the Year Finalist.

In this episode we will discuss the differences between culture and climate. We will also discuss strategies we have used to empower the school community which will then improve the climate and culture of your building.

A member of the podcast was named Connecticut Assistant Principal of the Year for Middle Schools! In this episode we will discuss the award and what advice we would give to another administrator looking to make change in their building.

Today we discuss our hiring and recruitment processes. What we look for and how we perform our interviews.

In this episode we discuss trying to find a work life balance. To no one's surprise, we can't.

Today we discuss beliefs around discipline and how restorative practices are viewed in education.

In this episode we discuss an experience Dez had as an administrator. We will talk about how he handled the situation and how his school rallied behind him.

Today we take a look at equity and how the world of education perceives it. We look into our own practices and how we have grown over the years.

In our first episode we take some time to discuss why we became educators and who helped guide are journey in this field.