The Principl(ed) Podcast

The Principl(ed) Podcast is a made-in-Canada monthly series that connects with BC school Principals who are working everywhere in the province, from the smallest rural schools to the bustling urban centres. Some guests are in the early years of their leadership journey, and others can share a wealth of professional experience to help Principals and Vice-Principals enhance their own learning and leadership skills. It's like networking and Pro-D, all wrapped up in a podcast!

Shannon Behan 09/05/2024

Shannon Behan New BCPVPA President Dr. Shannon Behan shares her journey and learning as a School leader with Chris Horton. From teaching in BC and overseas to becoming a School Principal - and dealing with a helicopter landing at her school on Valentine's day - and more. Episode comes out next Thursday September 5. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/32778427

Tara Marinkovic 06/11/2024

Tara Marinkovic In episode 26 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, we meet Tara Marinkovic, a Vice-Principal in SD 43 (Coquitlam), whose journey to school leadership has been guided by her goal to effect change for students with complex needs, and create a positive impact for all students. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/31636937

Vicki Roberts 05/30/2024

Vicki Roberts Host Chris Horton chats with Vicki Roberts, a Principal in SD 61 (Victoria), about her love of leadership, the importance of working together to nurture culture, and maintaining curiosity as a leader. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/31426792

Dana Miller 04/17/2024

Dana Miller This episode features Vice-Principal Dana Miller, who shares her experience as a new school leader. Dana shares her passion for connecting with and supporting students in difficult situations, the importance of building relationships with staff, and more. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/30838378

Shawne Callihoo 03/13/2024

Shawne Callihoo In Episode 23, host Chris Horton speaks with SD 43 Principal Shawne Callihoo about her journey in school leadership, including becoming an administrator during the pandemic. Shawne shares the importance for leaders to support others and of taking challenges in a safe space. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/30263813

Ellen Roberts 03/27/2023

Ellen Roberts Ellen Roberts is a BC educator who has most recently worked as a BCPVPA Director of Member Support Services. On the eve of her retirement, Ellen talks about what she has learned, from being a listening leader and honouring all voices, to building strong teams, to walking with members through challenging situations and seeing them thrive. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/26287155

Larry Ryan 12/13/2022

Larry Ryan Episode 21 features Principal Larry Ryan, who tells us about his journey from the start of his career working in youth support all the way to his current role as a high school principal in Coquitlam (SD43). In this conversation, our Host Chris Horton talks to Larry about his beliefs in community, persistence, and the value of being invitational. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/25272501

Vicki Roberts 11/21/2022

Vicki Roberts Episode 20 features an interview with Host Chris Horton and Middle School Principal in SD61, Vicki Roberts. Vicki tells us about her love of literacy and how understanding you core values and acting on them can strengthen your relationships as a school leader. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/25055139

Dionte Jelks 10/26/2022

Dionte Jelks In episode 19 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, Chris Horton talks to Dionte Jelks a Principal at an intermediate school in Ladysmith, BC. Dionte discusses how he ensures every student is able to succeed; it requires support from community agencies, being accessible & visible to students, and ensuring students see themselves & their culture reflected in the school community. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/24808554

Maghen Girard, Nancy Roberts, Raelyn Larmet, and Chris Martin 10/26/2022

Maghen Girard, Nancy Roberts, Raelyn Larmet, and Chris Martin Episode 16 features two live recorded conversations with BC Vice-Principals. In part one, Maghen Girard and Nancy Roberts talk about VP fall responsibilities, and in part two, Raelyn Larmet and Chris Martin follow this discussion by speaking about January to end of year. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/21330737

Brian Leonard 09/13/2022

Brian Leonard In this episode, host Chris Horton asks Brian Leonard, the 2022-2024 President of the BC Principals’ & Vice-Principals’ Association, about his journey to leadership, the most rewarding moments in his career, and what he hopes to achieve during his presidency. Connect with Brian by emailing or call the BCPVPA office: . /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/24362757

Jacqueline Borosa 03/03/2022

Jacqueline Borosa In episode 17, host Chris Horton talks to Vice-Principal from School District 92 (Nisga’a) and BCPVPA Board Director Jacqueline Borosa about her pathway to school leadership and how she finds joy, connection, and fulfillment as an educational leader. The pathway to school leadership is not always linear as we learn from Jackie’s fascinating journey. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/22326299

Episode 15: Tu Loan Trieu & Stefan Stipp 11/02/2021

Episode 15: Tu Loan Trieu & Stefan Stipp On Episode 15 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, Vice-Principals Tu Loan Trieu (SD 40) and Stefan Stipp (SD 36) discuss their approaches to instructional leadership with our host, Chris Horton. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/21030470

Episode 14: Tara Zielinski & Tom Aerts 10/06/2021

Episode 14: Tara Zielinski & Tom Aerts On episode 14 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, host Chris Horton speaks to Principals Tara Zielinski (SD 45) and Tom Aerts (SD 61) in a live interview for EASL 2021. They discuss the importance of creating authentic relationships and positive engagement with staff to build a successful team. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/20719280

Episode 13: Katie Marren & Holly Zurak 09/05/2021

Episode 13: Katie Marren & Holly Zurak BC Vice-Principals Katie Marren and Holly Zurak discuss how Principals and Vice-Principals can represent their core values in their school leadership. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/20350196

Jessica Antosz 05/31/2021

Jessica Antosz In Episode 12 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, host Chris Horton sits down with Jessica Antosz, BCPVPA Professional Learning & Development Director and former school leader. As Jessica approaches retirement this year, together they look back on her highlights, pivot moments, growth opportunities and successes from her many years in school leadership and supporting leaders across BC. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/19301513

Brad Baker 04/30/2021

Brad Baker In Episode 11 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, host Chris Horton connects with Brad Baker, SD 44 District Principal of Indigenous Education, to discuss his passion for shared responsibility, making sure everyone’s voice is heard, modelling vulnerability, and honouring and including Indigenous knowledge and perspectives in schools. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/18927233

Andrea McComb 03/30/2021

Andrea McComb In Episode 10 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, host Chris Horton speaks with Andrea McComb, Principal of Learning Services in Coquitlam (SD43) with more than 23 years of experience in school leadership. Their conversation explores Andrea’s passion for building collaborative team culture and strengthening leadership capacities, and what she loves about being a school leader. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/18485501

Dan Watt 02/27/2021

Dan Watt In Episode 9 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, host Chris Horton sits down with Dan Watt, a SD57 Elementary Principal who has been in school leadership for more than 17 years. Dan shares what critical lessons he’s learned over the years, including: showing up with intentionality, prioritizing relationships, building and re-building networks, and investing in your health and wellness. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/18109793

Mikel Brogan 02/01/2021

Mikel Brogan In Episode 8 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, host Chris Horton chats with Mikel Brogan, Principal of West Heights Community Elementary School in Mission, SD75. Mikel talks about working as a team to set goals and create a shared vision, the importance of building relationships, and how school community projects involving students, staff and parents can have a profound effect on the school culture and create a sense of belonging. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/17772884

Peter Johnston 11/30/2020

Peter Johnston In Episode 7 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, host Chris Horton chats with SD36 Principal of LA Matheson Secondary and father of five, Peter Johnston. Peter shares how he went from Marketing Director to Principal, his challenges with dyslexia, and his passions for innovative thinking, collaboration, and preparing students for the modern world. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/17003495

Shawn Lockhart 10/31/2020

Shawn Lockhart Shawn Lockhart, an elementary school Principal in Christina Lake, BC, talks about defining a vision based on the needs of your school, the importance of trust, and how listening is likely the strongest skill you’ll ever need. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/16623950

Rosa Fazio 09/29/2020

Rosa Fazio In Episode 5 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, host Chris Horton speaks with Rosa Fazio, Vancouver Principal and recipient of Canada’s Outstanding Principal Awards. Rosa shares what inspired her to become a school leader, her experiences with balancing work and life, and the impact of collaborative and courageous leadership on her journey. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/16207112

Darren Danyluk 08/30/2020

Darren Danyluk In Episode 4 of the Principl(ed) Podcast, host Chris Horton speaks with Darren Danyluk – BCPVPA’s 2020-2022 President – about his 25 years in school leadership, and what has made him the leader he is today. Darren shares his thoughts on the characteristics of great leadership: saying ‘yes’, enabling others to be leaders, and demonstrating empathy and integrity, especially in complex situations. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/15770633

Barb Hamblett 07/30/2020

Barb Hamblett In episode three of the Principl(ed) Podcast, host Chris Horton sits down with Barb Hamblett, SD73 Principal, to discuss how creative problem-solving and effective collaboration have been transformative to her journey as a BC school leader. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/15374228

Anneli Duncan 06/29/2020

Anneli Duncan Host Chris Horton visits with Anneli Duncan, the Principal of a small rural K-7 school that serves two First Nations in BC's school district 59. Anneli talks about transitioning to a school with many vulnerable learners, looks back on the eight years that she has spent encouraging calm and creating a school vision, and reflects upon how she has become a different kind of Principal through her experience. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/14894852

The Principl(ed) Podcast: David DeRosa 05/26/2020

The Principl(ed) Podcast: David DeRosa Host Chris Horton visits with David DeRosa, the outgoing President of the BC Principals’ & Vice-Principals’ Association. David reflects on his journey from teacher to Principal to provincial leader, and talks about mentorship and what drew him to leadership. David shares his experience with Compassionate Systems Leadership and its impact on schools and school leadership; the role of self-awareness in leadership; the tools leaders need; and his two biggest pieces of advice for new leaders. /episode/index/show/bcpvpa/id/14578358

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