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Are You Ready for the Principalship?
Posted In: Asst/Assoc Principals, Mentoring Matters,
Date posted Mar 11

With the launch of “hiring season,” you may be wondering when or if a transition to the lead principal is right for you. These...

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Jayme Braida Named 2025 Elementary School Principal of the Year
Posted In: Awards, News,
Date posted Mar 6

By Laine Buck | Awards — 2025 Elementary Principal Administrator of the Year

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Administrator of the Year Highlight: Middle School AOY Paul Gebel
Posted In: Awards,
Date posted Mar 1

By Guest Columnist Paul Gebel | SAI Report

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How Does the Classification System Impact the Competitive Nature of Iowa High School Sports?
Posted In: It's been SAId podcast,
Date posted Feb 24

Dr. Lisa Remy | It's Been SAId podcast

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Nicole Roder Named 2025 High School Principal of the Year
Posted In: Awards,
Date posted Feb 10

Nicole Roder, Rock Valley Community Schools high school principal, has been named the 2024-25 Iowa High School Principal of the Year by School...

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Administrator of the Year Highlight: Central Office AOY Peggy Murphy
Posted In: Awards,
Date posted Feb 1

By Guest Columnist Peggy Murphy | SAI Report

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Hear About SAI's Upcoming 50th Annual Conference Celebration
Posted In: It's been SAId podcast,
Date posted Jan 23

Dr. Lisa Remy and Al Neppl | It's Been SAId podcast

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Paul Gebel Named 2025 Middle School Principal of the Year
Posted In: Awards,
Date posted Jan 23

By Laine Buck | Awards — 2025 Middle School Principal Administrator of the Year

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Administrator of the Year Highlight: Secondary Assistant Principal Derek Schulte
Posted In: Awards,
Date posted Jan 1

By Guest Columnist Derek Schulte | SAI Report

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Why SAI's Individualized Coaching Program is for EVERY Iowa Administrator
Posted In: It's been SAId podcast,
Date posted Dec 19

Dr. Lisa Remy and Dr. Dana Schon | It's Been SAId podcast

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How to Disagree Across Power Structures
Posted In: Asst/Assoc Principals, Mentoring Matters,
Date posted Dec 17

Use these five questions to help you navigate disagreements effectively.

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Monthly Checklist (Dec): Asst/Assoc. Principals
Posted In: Asst/Assoc Principals, Mentoring Matters,
Date posted Dec 17

These lists are intended as a guide—we encourage you to process in your mentoring partnership to identify other items that may need your attention!

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