The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
The Rock Star Principals Podcast jams to all the latest and greatest in educational leadership! Join your hosts, "The Boss" Jon Ross and "The Doctor of Proctors" Nick Indeglio as they bring a unique blend of humor, timely topics, and "real" talk each episode. They bring the "Principal Perspective" to a wide range of topics! Rock out with "twisted steel and school appeal!"
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Rick and Nick's Excellent EdVenture Breakfast Cereal Collegiate Ranking System
12/03/2023
Rick and Nick's Excellent EdVenture Breakfast Cereal Collegiate Ranking System
Here's a special excerpt from Rick and Nick's Excellent EdVenture Episode 28's Every Rose has Its Thorn segment focusing on Breakfast Cereals. Nick teases the penultimate College Tier Ranking system based on cereal selections. But first, the guys discuss the best and worst things about breakfast cereal. Both guys agree that chocolate based cereals which provide leftover chocolate milk are roses. Rick reflects on one of his favorite discontinued brands – Nut’N Honey. Nick then takes the stand to deliver what can best be described as "The Great Breakfast Cereal Address of 2023" as Nick unveils a detailed review of the complex college ranking system based on cereal availability. Tune in to find out if your current college, university or Alma Mater are Tier 1, Tier 2, or find themselves in a breakfast cereal desert, also known as - Tier 3.
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Special Preview: Rick and Nick's Excellent EdVenture Episode 9
12/08/2022
Special Preview: Rick and Nick's Excellent EdVenture Episode 9
While you patiently wait for new episodes of the Rock Star Principals Podcast, please enjoy another special preview of . features talk about the Search Institute's Developmental Assets, , Favorite Jedi, and much much more. Please subscribe and listen to this excellent new FREE educational podcast for teachers, parents, school counselors, coaches, weekend warriors, and more where ever you enjoy podcasts:
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Special Preview: Rick and Nick's Excellent EdVenture Episode 4
11/17/2022
Special Preview: Rick and Nick's Excellent EdVenture Episode 4
While you're waiting for the Rock Star Principals to return to the airwaves with new content, Dr. Nick invites you to "pass the time" listening to one of his other educational podcasts titled, "." Today we provide a full episode of the Excellent EdVenture. The description is below. We encourage you to subscribe and support this great show for principals, counselors, teachers, coaches, parents, and anyone who likes edu-awesome podcasts. Subscribe on Spotify at: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts at: The Excellent EdVenture Episode 4: This episode kicks off with the guys catching up what they've been up to of late. Rick talks a little about his recent Fall Break family trip to Pensacola Beach and Toby's aversion to jellyfish. Middle School Principal - Dr. Nick - shares about how a simple conversation turned into a movie-making competition with one of his students and production of "The Cornman.". Rick then reads his blog from this past week "Helping the Butterfly" which prompts the guys to discuss the dangers of advice-giving and the benefits of allowing others to learn from natural consequences. In the "Building the Brochure" segment, Dr. Nick and Dr. Rick continue their investigation into Search Institute's research on the 40 Developmental Assets. For this first week, they share experiences and reactions to the assets three and four - "Other Adult Relationships" and a "Caring Neighborhood". Nick points out how important it is for kids to have support from multiple caring adults and Rick considers an expanded definition for "neighbors' to include a school community. The Every Rose has Its Thorn segment revolves around Fall/Autumn this week. The beauty of the leaves changing and hiking in the cool weather are a few of the rosier aspects of the season. On the thornier side, the guys discuss Seasonal Affective Disorder and Rick's disconnect from football. The guys dig back into the mailbag in the last segment to respond to more fan questions. Dr. Rick starts by going back to a question from last week's episode to share some additional information on finding qualified counselors. Nick then shares some brilliant advice for Heather from TX, an elementary school teacher who is having an incredibly difficult year. Things end on a lighter note as the guys respond to another listener about their pre-workout routines and the challenges of keeping in shape in their mid-forties.
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Episode 140: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
04/30/2021
Episode 140: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
Episode 140 of "The Rock Star Principals' Podcast" is brought to you by Lexia Learning. Lots of hectic excitement and zany energy along with the usual dose of Edu-Awesomeness this week with RSP as the boys record while Nick is driving and Jon is in his office using a phone recording app: The 11 P's of Rock Star Principal Leadership: Pragmatism Movie Plug: "Nobody" starring Bob Odenkirk Upcoming Series Introduction: "Lasso's Leadership Lessons" Inspired by the hit Apple TV Series, "Ted Lasso"
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Episode 139: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
04/19/2021
Episode 139: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
The Rock Star Principals are back and once again brought to you by ! In this week's episode, Jon and Nick bring you two awesome segments discussing: Leadership Lessons from Kevin Costner's Leadership Quotes "You can't teach toughness. You're either born a willow or you're born an oak." "There's once constant in life: you build something worth having; someone's gonna try and take it." "I have this new rule. I only carry my cell phone in places where there's no service." The 11 P's of Rock Star Leadership The Pledge of Responsibility Godfather II s' Teachers and Leaders who take full responsibility for all outcomes and results achieve more. Don't forget to catch the Rock Star Principals at the this Wednesday, April 21st, 2021 for an awesome afternoon of Professional Development, which will then be available on-demand until June 21st. Also, a big "thank you" to our producer and instructional technologist, , for creating a dynamic presentation for our session.
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Episode 138: The Rock Star Principal's Podcast
04/09/2021
Episode 138: The Rock Star Principal's Podcast
The Rock Star Principals, Jon and Nick, are thrilled to be back on the airwaves! Episode 138 is sponsored by Lexia Learning () and "brings it" with three awesome segments: "Getting Up to Speed" The boys talk about the incredibly unique 2020-2021 school year, challenges, opportunities for success, and the uncharted future ahead. A Word from Our Sponsor: Jon "addresses the nation" about some awesome new initiatives with the PA Principals Association including the new website, monthly school spotlights on YouTube, semi-monthly President Vlogs, and more! Commercial: Article Review: "" from Edutopia.org The boys' say "I told ya so" as research from Chicago supports the importance of relationships and SEL over standardized test scores in long-term success of students.
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Episode 137: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
11/24/2020
Episode 137: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
The Rock Star Principals, Jon and Nick, interview the NASSP Principal of the Year, Richard Gordon, who is from the great Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Richard is the principal of Paul Robeson High School in Philadelphia. You don't want to miss this 43 minute conversation where Richard demonstrates his passion, dedication, and determination to see every one of his students succeed. He shares emotional examples of students overcoming their circumstances and finding their place in the world. The three Nationally recognized educational leaders also discuss the characteristics that make an effective principal and, of course, chat about superheroes as well. Information about Richard Gordon from NASSP: Richard Gordon became principal of Paul Robeson High School in 2013 when it was on the brink of shutting down. Determined to turn the school around, he found the root of Robeson’s toxicity—staff and stakeholders questioned the ability of their students, while students felt academically, emotionally, and physically unsafe. He faced this unsettling discord head-on by creating four core values: 1) positive, nurturing, and healthy relationships; 2) growth mindset; 3) college and career readiness; and 4) belief. These rebuilt the foundation of Robeson’s daily practice, allowing both teachers and students to embody an all-inclusive family atmosphere. Between the implementation of the core values—plus the Safe Corridors Program that provided extra supervision for students traveling to and from school and more than 30 community partnerships—Robeson’s stats changed from worrisome to remarkable. Truancy rates lowered to near 10 percent, graduation rates averaged 95 percent, school suspension rates fell below 5 percent, and student safety and well-being were no longer in question. Gordon’s focus goes beyond the student population—he also values the adults in his learning community. His leadership style empowers teachers and staff to use their voice to strengthen the vitality of his city. He mentors through the PhillyPlus Principal Residency Program, a two-year, practice-based principal certification program that prepares teachers and aspiring school leaders to transform schools into high-performing learning environments. His teachers are frequently selected by state and district officials to provide professional development to other teachers and administrators across the southeastern Pennsylvania region. While every principal faced the challenges brought on by COVID-19 this year, Gordon’s out-of-the-box thinking, focus on equity, and flexible leadership prepared Robeson to weather the storm. Throughout the adjustment to remote learning, Gordon kept his staff and learning community focused on quick transitions via Google Classroom, face-to-face connections and confidence using digital platforms, and meaningful assignments to drive student engagement. He made sure that Robeson is still providing online preventative therapy for students with mental health concerns.
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Episode 136: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
11/03/2020
Episode 136: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
The Rock Stars discuss "toxic positivity" and drop some educational leadership wisdom along the way. Mike Indeglio visits to lend his perspective to the topic as well. This is a timely topic just in time for Election Day!
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Episode 135: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
10/27/2020
Episode 135: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
Elementary school students returned to their buildings in the Downingtown Area School District for the first time in 226 days. Jon and Nick were on hand with Melanie Susi to help with the big day. The three of them discuss some big picture observations from that big first day.
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Episode 134: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
10/15/2020
Episode 134: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
It’s National Principal's Month and the Rock Stars are interviewing three sitting elementary principals from each of their "Coaching Trees" to discuss the triumphs, the challenges, and all things related to educational leadership in the K-12 setting! Join Jon and Nick as they interview Mr. Travis Orth (Principal of Pickering Valley Elementary School), Dr. Melanie Susi (Principal of Shamona Creek Elementary School), and Dr. Shawn Wright (Principal of Brandywine Wallace Elementary School). We frequently discuss the unique challenges faced by elementary principals. While secondary principals usually have an assistant principal to rely on and confide in, elementary principals are alone on an island. How has that challenge affected you and how have you overcome it? You are each in the first two years of your tenure. What has been the biggest change going from assistant principal to head principal? The Rock Star Principals originally brought each of you on as an assistant principal/leader. In sports terms, you are part of their “Coaching Tree.“ Which of the "11 Ps" do you believe is most important and why? Which of the "11 Ps" do you have to further develop as part of your skill set? The entire planet is dealing with a global pandemic which is unlike any other experience in the history of education. We all know the challenges this has wrought, but what do you will be the biggest benefits at the conclusion of this pandemic?
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Episode 133: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
10/08/2020
Episode 133: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
"Education During Uncertain Times: Our Students' Reflect" An interview with Two High School Freshmen: Ms. Marin Krause and Ms. Elli Ross Part 1: Describe school and technology before March of 2020. Part 2: What worked and what didn’t when schools went virtual in March 2020 Part 3: What were the biggest differences pre-Shutdown and then March-June? Part 4: What has the new school year been like so far? (2020-2021) Part 5: How has the learning model changed from March 2020 until Now? Part 6: WHat advice would you give to Students+Teachers for Hybrid Learning? Part 7: Questions and Answers
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Episode 132: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
09/15/2020
Episode 132: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
As schools are back in session, in one form or another, Jon and Nick discuss the substitute teacher shortage, its systemic causes, and some possible solutions. In addition, they prognosticate towards the continuing principal shortage as well. Finally, Jon begins dealing with his pop-culture-malaise and the boys devise a future new segment called, "All the Things We Were Right About."
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Episode 131: The Rock Star Principals’ Podcast
09/01/2020
Episode 131: The Rock Star Principals’ Podcast
With districts trying to fill dozens of teaching positions due to the unique circumstances, hiring is ultra important right now. The boys go back to the archives in 2015 when they interviewed Dr. James Stronge, famous educational author, to discuss hiring.
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Episode 130: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
08/25/2020
Episode 130: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
The start of the 2020-2021 school year looms large as school leaders grapple with conflicting ideologies, opinions, and guidance from athletics to health departments to governmental offices and beyond. Dr. Ross and Dr. Indeglio discuss all of this along with addressing the unhealthy notion that "Everyone thinks they have it worse than everyone else." Finally, the boys wrap up with a discussion of "DC Fandom" and the slew of new DC content coming down the pike...(Batman!)
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Episode 129: The Rock Star Principals’ Podcast
08/18/2020
Episode 129: The Rock Star Principals’ Podcast
The boys dig back into the archives for an interview with renowned author, Mike Schmoker, who wrote the famous education book, “focus.“ The lessons from this interview are applicable right now as schools prepare to begin a new year during a pandemic which is forcing educators to reevaluate how instruction is delivered. Mike Schmoker advocates “less is more.“ Focus solely on the things which matter the most.
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Episode 128: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
08/11/2020
Episode 128: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
Jon and Nick discuss the lack of guidance provided to local school districts along with mounting threats to superintendents and school officials. Some helpful tips for reopening schools as well! They reference an article by Mark DiRocco, President of PASA (Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators)(@mark_dirocco)
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Episode 127: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
08/04/2020
Episode 127: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
School starts (or has started) imminently and the time has come to stop admiring the problem and start finding solutions. This week, Jon and Nick talk about the latest developments around the country regarding COVID-19, provide two important "RSP Lessons for Starting the 2020-2021 School Year," and denounce the politicizing of the school reopening issue.
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Episode 126: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
07/28/2020
Episode 126: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
Dr. Jon Ross and Dr. Nick Indeglio return to the airwaves and discuss the topic that's on everyones' minds: COVID-19 and the re-opening of schools. Join the "Rock Star Principals" as they share their unfiltered opinions and expertise during this historic time in education.
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Episode 125: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
09/18/2019
Episode 125: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
The boys are back for a new season of educational awesomeness! The show covers the next P from the 11Ps of Leadership, which is Positivity! It's a heartfelt, pragmatic, and philosophic discussion of an incredibly important topic.
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Episode 124: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
03/10/2019
Episode 124: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
Jon and Nick are gearing up for their Keynote Speech this week at the in held at the beautiful ! Therefore, their "education brains" are even more fully tuned than usual! Segment 1: 11 P's of Principal Leadership = Pluck Pluck is spirited and determined courage. Courage isn't courage without fear and gravitas. Pluck comes into play every day in our vocation. A Word from Our Fake Sponsors: (A New Podcast) If you like the Rockstar Principals’ Podcast, then you’ll also enjoy Gallimaufry with Men of a Certain Age! An eclectic group of middle aged men will discuss anything and everything under the sun including foot pain, the glory days, nutrition, beards, afternoon naps, bending over, lawn care, tv remotes that you talk to, marriage, divorce, hating noisy places, hair growing in places it shouldn’t, lawn care, weight training, medications, forgetting things, cardio, choosing clothes for comfort, losing your keys, realizing every song your kids listen is inappropriate, forgetting things...wait, did I already say that? Professional wrestling, pipes, movies, and more… Listen now through , , or Podbean at . Follow us on Twitter at Important Article Review: by from Scientific American Researchers at Oxford University carefully examined data collected from over 350,000 children and determined that technology has not caused any harm. Jon and Nick discuss aspects of the article as well as how to avoid some of the true dangers of social media addiction, FOMO, and comparing your real life to someone's social profile. A preview of an upcoming related segment featuring a speech by More RSP awesomeness...
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Episode 123: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
02/10/2019
Episode 123: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
Episode 123 drops with loads of educational leadership content! Jon and Nick discuss Pennsylvania's Safe2Say initiative and program rollout. RSP's 11 P's of Principaling: Plainness Pop Culture: Red Dead Redemption 2 and Super Smash Brothers Ultimate
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Episode 122: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
02/09/2019
Episode 122: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
Jon and Nick are on the road again with a meaningful episode. They boys discuss the mental health crisis sweeping the nation and affecting their own district. Then they lighten the mood with some pop culture. The episode ends with the wrap-up of the 20 Characteristics of Effective Teaching from research by the University of Minnesota. Tune in now!
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Rockstar Principals' Special Compilation: Rocky's Punches of Perspicacity
01/06/2019
Rockstar Principals' Special Compilation: Rocky's Punches of Perspicacity
The Rockstar Principals give you a heavyweight championship compilation of their hit segments from Episodes 49, 50, and 51 featuring the enduring wisdom of Rocky Balboa! Segment Compilation Includes: Lesson 1: From Rocky Balboa (2006) “It ain’t about how hard you can hit; it’s about how much you can take and keep moving forward…” (Episode 49) Lesson 2: From Rocky III (1982) “You’re the one that has to carry around that fear inside you…” (Episode 50) Lesson 3: From Rocky IV (1985) “Going that one more round when you don’t think you can...is what makes all the difference in your life (Episode 51) *All quotes, music, audio, characters, etc. referenced are copyrighted and trademarked by and not limited to Sylvester Stallone, United Artists, MGM Distribution Company, Columbia Pictures, Revolution Studios, Chartoff/Winkler Productions, Bill Conti, Robert Chartoff, Billy Chartoff, Irwin Winkler, Charles Winkler, David Winkler, and Kevin King.
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Episode 121: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
01/06/2019
Episode 121: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
Jon is sick but RSP carries on with a great episode filled with educational leadership content and more! Today's show features: The Rock Star Principals' 11 "Ps" of Leadership: the third P is Perspicacity Article Review: 20 Effective Characteristics of Teaching Practices from the University of Minnesota: 11-15 are reviewed in this segment ATT Commercial: Just Ok is Not Ok (Tattoo Parlor) RSP Pop Culture Segment reviews Netflix’s The Bodyguard, Aquaman, Titan Games, and takes a stroll down memory lane with Over the Top and Mt Bodyguard!
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Episode 120-The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
12/23/2018
Episode 120-The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
The holidays are upon us and we are still rocking and rolling. Enjoy your winter break and listen to us!. Today's show features: The Rock Star Principals' 11 "Ps" of Leadership: the second P is Patience and we discuss its importance in this segment Article Review: 20 Effective Characteristics of Teaching Practices from the University of Minnesota: 6-10 are reviewed in this segment The Avenger's 4 Endgame Trailer RSP Pop Culture Segment talking the best and most unique versions of “A Christmas Carol.” Which was your favorite? Jon and Nick share theirs!
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Episode 119-The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
12/08/2018
Episode 119-The Rock Star Principals' Podcast
RSP is back on the audio podcasting airwaves and we're here with a vengeance! With a big keynote address coming up in March and a book project, Jon and Nick are hitting you with original RSP content along with the usual unique blend of humor and educational insight. Today's show features: The Rock Star Principals' 11 "Ps" of Leadership: the first P is Passion and we discuss its importance in this segment Article Review: 20 Effective Characteristics of Teaching Practices from the University of Minnesota: the first 5 are reviewed in this segment The Avenger's 4 Endgame Trailer RSP Pop Culture Segment talking Avengers, Creed II, Aquaman, and more!
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Episode 118: The Rock Star Principals Have Moved to YouTube
09/16/2018
Episode 118: The Rock Star Principals Have Moved to YouTube
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Episode 117: The Rock Star Principals Have Moved to YouTube
09/09/2018
Episode 117: The Rock Star Principals Have Moved to YouTube
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Episode 116: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast Has Moved to YouTube!
09/02/2018
Episode 116: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast Has Moved to YouTube!
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Episode 115: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast Has Moved to YouTube
08/26/2018
Episode 115: The Rock Star Principals' Podcast Has Moved to YouTube
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