It’s been SAId: Conversations on Leadership

How to Address Employee Investigations When There May Be An Unreported Diagnosis or Disability

Listen to Matt's October edition of Legal Vortex where he addresses the sensitive topic of employee investigations. Specifically, what should you do if you are investigating an employee who may have an unreported diagnosis or disability? He provides guidance on what questions to ask how to prioritize the safety of students, staff, and the employee.
Matt covers a lot of ground in this 19-minute podcast.

Leadership Life Fit: Just Say No

In this special edition of the It's Been SAId podcast, Dr. Dana Schon, associate executive director of professional learning with SAI, shares how you can discover how learning to say “no” can strengthen your leadership, protect your energy, and sharpen your focus on what matters most. Learn more in this 15-minute podcast.

Leadership Life Fit: Two Words to Determine Your Next Steps

In this special edition of the It's Been SAId podcast, Dr. Dana Schon, associate executive director of professional learning with SAI, shares two words that can transform how you approach determining your next steps. Learn what these two simple words are in this 10-minute podcast!

SAI's New AI Chatbot: Your Teacher Evaluation Partner

In this episode of the It's Been SAId podcast, Dr. Lisa Remy and Al Neppl, SAI's associate professional learning director, preview the new AI chatbot SAI plans to provide as a new member benefit: Your Teacher Evaluation Partner.
This AI tool is being created with one goal in mind—making the evaluation process more meaningful, efficient, and supportive for administrators and teachers alike. 
Listen to this 30-minute podcast to learn more about the chatbot and how it can help you as an administrator.

Where Does the Line for Public Employee Speech Get Drawn?

Listen to Matt's September edition of Legal Vortex where he delves into the timely discussion on employee speech in light of recent national, politically-charged events. He provides advice on what type of speech may result in a recommendation to a board of education for employee termination.
Carver also covers the overall considerations a district must make when an employee has said, posted, or written something that may cause concern. Listen now!

Leave Balance Behind in Favor of a Fit

In this special edition of the It's Been SAId podcast, Dr. Dana Schon, professional learning director with SAI, shares why she doesn't like the phrase "work/life balance" and encourages listeners to instead consider finding a leadership life fit. 
Listen now and hear why words matter!

Learn About SAI's New Superintendent's Collaborative and How It Will Help You Lead

In this episode of It’s Been SAId, Dr. Lisa Remy talks with SAI Associate Professional Learning Director Dr. Dana Schon.
Together they introduce the new Superintendent's Collaborative professional learning opportunity and share how it can help school leaders grow and connect. You'll also hear from Dr. Jennifer Perry Cheatham who will facilitate the kick-off event in October.

Special Edition: Wellness Wakeup with Jen Woodley

Revitalize your routine and embrace the day ahead! This podcast was created for SAI's 50th annual conference attendees. However, you can start any day with this short wellness wakeup session. Thanks to Jen Woodley with the Iowa Association of School Boards for leading this session. She serves as IASB's Associate Executive Director, Communications & Events.
Enjoy!
 

How Artificial Intelligence Can Transform Your Daily Work

In this episode of It’s Been SAId, Dr. Lisa Remy talks with Davenport West High School Associate Principal Matthew Hassig.
They explore a topic that has the possibility of changing the game for school administrators: how artificial intelligence can transform your daily work.
From streamlining communication and automating repetitive tasks to using data-driven insights for stronger decision-making—AI isn't just a futuristic concept anymore. It's here, it's practical, and it's capable of freeing up your time so you can focus on what truly matters: leading strategically and supporting your school community.

Educator Wellness: One District's Journey to Support All Staff so They Can Be Their Best for Students

In this episode of It’s Been SAId, Dr. Lisa Remy talks with North Polk Community School District Superintendent Michael Kline.
They explore a topic that’s foundational to the success of any school system: educator wellness. Over the past two years, North Polk CSD has made intentional, sustained efforts to support the well-being of all staff—recognizing that when educators feel their best, they can do their best for students.