Vacilando

Why would we has become, why not? The Barossa and Regions Lutheran Education (BARLE) Hub have taken some fantastic, meaningful steps together. Through an environment of trust, innovation, and shared conceptions of purpose, the leaders take "day hikes" together to ideate and tackle of big challenges in the area.What they do so well is create really strong foundations for taking purposeful small steps towards a goal, with group norms and structures that promote learning and moving forwards, even when things don't go their way.Promotional Episode - Out nowEpisode 1: The Retreat - Out nowEpisode 2: The Summit - Out now

The Barossa and Regions Lutheran Education (BARLE) Hub have what have become unmissable meetings. Gone are the days of "I can't take a day off", they've become "I can't afford not to be there".Enhanced by the deliberate, co-constructed, and distributed leadership across the group, each meeting has become a mini-retreat. The leaders join together in the fellowship of a meal, a spiritual input and devotion that is personal and vulnerable.The secret as I see it? The hub was formed to be vulnerable, to create experiences that were fulfilling, and to collectively design processes that enhanced their wellbeing.Promotional Episode - Out nowEpisode 1: The Retreat - Out nowEpisode 2: The Summit - Out Wednesday Feb 4th

Welcome to Now Town. It’s where we meet a group of Principals from the Barossa and Regions Lutheran Education (BARLE) Hub. Hear about their move from self-proclaimed dysfunction, to a thriving network hub.Promotional Episode - Out todayEpisode 1: The Retreat - Out Wednesday Jan 28thEpisode 2: The Summit - Out Wednesday Feb 4th

In this literary exploration, Paul and I talk film, theatre, music, and books in what is a fascinating look at humanity and humility. If you want to see the list that I'm referring to, check it out here: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/radionational/countdown/top100booksI look forward to bringing you the final conversations throughout term four!

Vacilando is a 12-month walk alongside three exceptional Principals. In this episode, we're sprinting a marathon, with Jess facing what might be described as her second cyclone of the year. Imagine having 50% of your teaching staff unavailable unexpectedly, what would you do? How would you react?Walk alongside Jess as she sprints her marathon.Check out the other episodes of Vacilando and Dear Stardust where you get your podcasts.

Vacilando is a 12-month walk alongside three exceptional Principals. In this episode, we take our first steps into term 3. Term 3, to the educator, can conjure up some very big feelings, and we are very lucky to hear how Luke manages the back and forth of strategic long-term views alongside the day-to-day in this complex time.At the end of this episode is a preview of Dear Stardust, so please have a listen and search for Dear Stardust where you get your podcasts.

In this double bonus episode of Vacilando, you'll hear a conversation that Dr Paul Kidson and I had during our last interview was a little "off the reservation" as Paul put it, but still worth our time as we Vacilando.The second bonus is a preview of Dear Stardust, my latest project, that I am so pleased to share with you.

Vacilando is a 12-month journey exploring the lives of three principals, who we meet once each term, uncovering the reflections, resilience, and essence of principalship in 2025.We meet again with Dr Paul Kidson and he talks through everything I have got wrong about the first half of the year.

Vacilando is a 12-month journey exploring the lives of three principals, who we meet once each term, uncovering the reflections, resilience, and essence of principalship in 2025.In the mid year reflection episode, I share an analogy of a family, and look at how Principals are expected to hold a multitude of personas and roles. Thank you for being one of the thousands of listeners, I really appreciate you and would love it if you could help grow the show by sharing with others.

Vacilando is a 12-month journey exploring the lives of three principals, who we meet once each term, uncovering the reflections, resilience, and essence of principalship in 2025.Julie Sampson is leading Tyndale Christian School, and in this episode we look at how the pendulum swings between joys and concerns, along with just how hard you need to work, just to stay in the same place.

Vacilando is a 12-month journey exploring the lives of three principals, who we meet once each term, uncovering the reflections, resilience, and essence of principalship in 2025.Luke is sculpting an amazing school, St Andrew's School Walkerville, and in this episode, we talk balance, legacy, and sacrifice.

Vacilando is a 12-month journey exploring the lives of three principals, who we meet once each term, uncovering the reflections, resilience, and essence of principalship in 2025.Are you one of the thousands of leaders who loved meeting Jess Chesterfield in her first episode? Jess is a multi-award winning educator and leader of ⁠Yarranlea Primary School.In this episode, we see the incredible growth of Jess as a leader and person as she navigates one of the most extraordinary first terms as a principal you could imagine.

Vacilando is a 12-month journey exploring the lives of three principals, who we meet once each term, uncovering the reflections, resilience, and essence of principalship in 2025.We meet again with Dr Paul Kidson who takes us through the Australian Principal Health and Wellbeing Report, and we talk politics and the breakdown of civil relationships in societies.

Vacilando is a 12-month journey exploring the lives of three principals, who we meet once each term, uncovering the reflections, resilience, and essence of principalship in 2025.In this episode, I share my reflections from term 1, and look forward to the episodes we have in store for term 2.

Vacilando is a 12-month journey exploring the lives of three principals, who we meet once each term, uncovering the reflections, resilience, and essence of principalship in 2025.Join us as we meet our next Principal, Julie Sampson, who is an experienced leader and Principal of Tyndale Christian School - Strathalbyn.In this episode, we speak to Julie about the transitions of her career that has brought her to the role.

Vacilando is a 12-month journey exploring the lives of three principals, who we meet once each term, uncovering the reflections, resilience, and essence of principalship in 2025.Join us as we meet our next Principal, Jess Chesterfield, who is a multi-award winning educator and leader of Yarranlea Primary School. In this episode, we speak to Jess about how she came to buck the traditional hierarchies to become a Principal, getting deep connection with a community, and maintaining your identity as an educator as a leader.

Vacilando is a 12-month journey exploring the lives of three principals, who we meet once each term, uncovering the reflections, resilience, and essence of principalship in 2025.Join us as we meet our first Principal, Luke Ritchie, who is leading the adventures of St Andrew's School. In this episode, we speak to Luke about the role of history in school leadership, self-care, and looking at growth of people and a community.

Vacilando is a 12-month journey exploring the lives of three principals, who we meet once each term, uncovering the reflections, resilience, and essence of principalship in 2025.Join us as we pack our bags and get started on our journey with our experienced guide, Dr Paul Kidson.In this episode, we speak to Paul about authentic care, balancing privilege and isolation, first impressions, purpose, and leadership that is relational, not just operational.