It’s been SAId: Conversations on leadership

2023 Fine Arts Administrator of the Year Doug Jiskoot

Join SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy as she talks with 2023 Iowa Fine Arts Administrator of the Year Doug Jiskoot of West Lyon about supporting the arts in schools and the way his district celebrates students in all extracurriculars. Hear how students in his school have achieved through the success room and how you can be reminded of the students you've influenced even years later.

Iowa’s AEA System Facilitator & Great Prairie Chief Cindy Yelick, IASB Executive Director Lisa Bartusek & ISEA Executive Director Mary Jane Cobb

In this episode, SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy talks with three Iowa education organization leaders — Iowa's AEA System Facilitator and Great Prairie Chief Cindy Yelick, IASB Executive Director Lisa Bartusek and ISEA Executive Director Mary Jane Cobb. You’ll be inspired as they share their insights on leadership and making a difference in Iowa education.

2023 Assistant Secondary Principal of the Year Dustin Smith

Join SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy as she talks with 2023 Iowa Assistant Secondary Principal of the Year Dustin Smith of Nevada about a collaborative approach to discipline, building relationships with students, student internships, three pieces of advice for teachers, recruiting and retaining teachers, and taking a systems approach.

Iowa State Board of Education Student Member Alaina Whittington

Join SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy as she talks with Alaina Whittington, student member on the Iowa State Board of Education. Alaina talks about being a student in a small Iowa school, the importance of involving student voice, choices students can make in terms of academics, opportunities to learn outside the classroom and a chance to give back to the community.

2023 Superintendent of the Year Kristen Rickey

Join SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy and 2023 Superintendent of the Year Kristen Rickey of West Delaware Co. CSD as they discuss
getting through challenging times
clarifying direction for a district
learnings from Finland during a tour as a Fulbright Leader for Global Schools
setting goals and assessments to prepare students to be future ready
and much more!

Developing a Cohesive Leadership Team with North Scott CSD

In this episode, SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy talks with Superintendent Joe Stutting and Director of Curriculum and Instruction Bernie Brustkern from North Scott CSD as they revisit their standing-room-only SAI Annual Conference session on Developing a Cohesive Leadership Team. 
Hear what prompted them to pursue the work, the resources they've tapped, tips they'd offer and the results they've experienced.

NAESP Immediate Past President and former SAI President Paul Wenger

In celebration of National Principals Month, SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy talks with the National Association of Elementary School Principals Immediate President and 2016-17 SAI President Paul Wenger on
the qualities of best leaders,
how to create emotionally healthy organizations and
advice he gave when someone close to him chose to pursue the principalship.

2022 Iowa Teacher of the Year Sara Russell

SAI Executive Director Lisa Remy talks with 2022 Iowa Teacher of the Year Sara Russell. Sara offers 3 Cs for educators and ways to empower student and staff voice. She will also share her insights on the teacher shortage and suggestions for reducing educator burnout.