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The PrincipAL Truth is a podcast of the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools.

The PrincipAL Truth is a podcast of the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools.

By Vic Wilson

The Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools is dedicated to advancing public education in Alabama through the development of school leaders. In this podcast, we will explore the relationships that are necessary between school leaders and other administrative roles within a school district. You should expect music, humor, and lots of learning.
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Pause, Breathe, Flourish with Will Parker

The PrincipAL Truth is a podcast of the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools.Jan 12, 2024

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Pause, Breathe, Flourish with Will Parker

Pause, Breathe, Flourish with Will Parker

Join us as we talk with Will Parker about his book, Pause, Breathe, Flourish and his podcast, Principal Matters.

Jan 12, 202413:25
Partner Conversation with Bill Miller Photography

Partner Conversation with Bill Miller Photography

Join us as we talk with longtime CLAS, AAESA, and AASSP partner Bill Miller Photography. Third generation leader Abby Miller and three great reps, Susan McRae, Jeff Winn, and Hal Ellison join me in talking about Bill Miller Photography and our partnership.

Dec 08, 202312:41
Lessons from the 2023 AAESA Fall Conference (Part 2 of 2)

Lessons from the 2023 AAESA Fall Conference (Part 2 of 2)

Join us as we learn from elementary principals at the 2023 AAESA Fall Conference.

Nov 27, 202315:05
Leadership Lessons from the 2023 AAESA Fall Conference (Part 1 of 2)

Leadership Lessons from the 2023 AAESA Fall Conference (Part 1 of 2)

Join us as we talk to elementary principals at the 2023 AAESA Fall Conference. Hear from NAESP President Liza Carvello-Saurez, Dr. Charley Garner, Jill Eaton, Hope Zenah, and Rickey Darby on this episode.

Nov 17, 202316:48
Leadership Lessons from the 2023 AASSP Fall Conference Part II of II

Leadership Lessons from the 2023 AASSP Fall Conference Part II of II

Join us as we hear more from secondary principals and retired principals who attended the 2023 AASSP Fall Conference.

Nov 13, 202315:18
Leadership Lessons from the 2023 AASSP Fall Conference - Part One of Two

Leadership Lessons from the 2023 AASSP Fall Conference - Part One of Two

Join us as we talk with secondary principals and assistant principals as well as two recently retired principals at the 2023 AASSP Fall Conference from beautiful Orange Beach, AL.

Nov 07, 202318:50
Meet the CLAS Staff Part III

Meet the CLAS Staff Part III

Join us as we meet the rest of the CLAS Staff.

Oct 19, 202317:18
Meet the CLAS Staff Part II

Meet the CLAS Staff Part II

Join us as we meet the rest of The CLAS Staff.

Sep 26, 202317:19
Meet the CLAS Staff Series

Meet the CLAS Staff Series

Join us as we meet Alyssa Godfrey and DeAnna Swindle and learn about what they do for CLAS and the CLAS members.

Sep 08, 202312:16
PrincipAL Truth 2023-2024 Kickoff

PrincipAL Truth 2023-2024 Kickoff

Join us as we meet the new Director of Governmental Relations, Whitney Miller-Nichols.

Aug 18, 202312:26
2023 Alabama Legislative Recap

2023 Alabama Legislative Recap

Join us as we talked about the 2023 Alabama Legislative Recap. We will discuss the ETF budget, the supplemental budget, and some of the bills that passed.

Jun 09, 202312:59
2022-2023 CLAS Schools of Distinction and Banner Schools

2022-2023 CLAS Schools of Distinction and Banner Schools

Join us as we highlight 32 Schools of Distinction from the 8 state school board districts and the overall Banner School winner from each district.

May 22, 202313:10
May 2023 Legislative Update for Alabama

May 2023 Legislative Update for Alabama

Join us on the PrincipAL Truth podcast as we discuss the first 17 days of the 2023 Alabama Legislative Session.

May 05, 202310:23
AASSP Leadership Thoughts

AASSP Leadership Thoughts

Join us as we speak with four principals from around the state. Each one serves on the Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals (AASSP) Board.

Apr 20, 202318:38
2023 Legislative Session

2023 Legislative Session

Join us as we give a short update on the start of the 2023 Legislative Session.

Mar 12, 202308:41
Alabama 2023 National Distinguished Principal

Alabama 2023 National Distinguished Principal

Join us as we talk with and honor the 2023 Alabama National Distinguished Principal, Karissa Lang, from Crestline Elementary School in the Hartselle City Schools district.

Feb 28, 202312:59
Alabama State Superintendent of Education, Dr. Eric Mackey

Alabama State Superintendent of Education, Dr. Eric Mackey

Join us as we talk with Dr. Eric Mackey, Alabama State Superintendent of Education, about his career and his thoughts on the current state of education in Alabama.

Feb 10, 202319:48
2023 Alabama High School Principal of the Year

2023 Alabama High School Principal of the Year

Join us as we talk with the 2023 Alabama High School Principal of the Year, Daniel Barrentine, the superintendent of Dale County Schools, Ben Baker, and our Principal of the Year sponsor, John Cole, with American Fidelity.

Jan 20, 202316:39
Alabama Middle School Principal of the Year

Alabama Middle School Principal of the Year

Join us as we talk with Mr. Tony Bonds, principal of Russellville Middle School, who has just been named the 2023 Alabama Middle School Principal of the year.  Also joining us is Dr. Heath Grimes, superintendent for Russellville City Schools.  The Alabama Middle School Principal of the Year is sponsored by Horace Mann and Interior Elements.

Jan 06, 202313:26
Great things going on in Alabama Schools

Great things going on in Alabama Schools

This episode includes a great conversation with the AASSP Asst. Executive Director and CLAS Legal person, Katrina Akers.  It also honors the Secretary and Assistant Principal of the Year for Alabama.

Dec 16, 202210:21
Survey Says...

Survey Says...

This episode will share data from the Principal survey taken by 665 building administrators from Alabama.

Nov 18, 202209:16
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Oct 28, 202209:20
PrincipAL Truth Alabama Principals of the Year

PrincipAL Truth Alabama Principals of the Year

Listen to the Principals and Assistant Principals of the Year from Alabama talk about their leadership journey and give advice to new leaders.

Oct 14, 202212:54
PrincipAL Truth Intro

PrincipAL Truth Intro

This episode outlines the goals of the PrincipAL Truth podcast. 

Oct 05, 202206:46