Transformative Principal Podcast
1) Building Accountability Through Key Responsibility Areas with Will Parker
In this vault episode from the Transformative Leadership Summit, host Jethro Jones interviews Will Parker, a high school principal from northeastern Oklahoma, about implementing KRAs (Key Responsibili...Show More
2) Learning Through Video Games at Alpha School with Benny
15:19.5In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones interviews Benny, a 16-year-old sophomore at Alpha School in Austin. Benny discusses his Alpha X project—a YouTube channel explain...Show More
3) The Power of Principal Self-Efficacy with Stan Koterba
In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones speaks with Stan Koterba, an Ohio principal working on his doctorate in educational leadership. Stan shares his powerful personal journey...Show More
4) Reject the Premise, Part 8 with Danny Bauer
In this episode of Reject the Premise, Jethro and Danny challenge three common misconceptions in educational leadership. They argue that leadership development isn't a luxury but a necessity, emphasiz...Show More
5) Supporting Students and Families with ADHD with Mike Goldstein
In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Mike Goldstein, co-founder of Reset Teen Coaching and author of "I'll Do It Later." They discuss the challenges teens face with executive function, especially ...Show More
6) The Jethro 2025 Episode
In this special "reverse interview" episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones is interviewed by Mike Caldwell. Jethro reflects on his journey as a podcaster, the evolution of his career, ...Show More
7) Run the School Before It Runs You with Rich Czyz
In this episode, Jethro Jones sits down with Rich Czyz, principal of Yardville Elementary and author of "Autopilot: Practical Productivity for School Leaders." They dive into actionable strategies for...Show More
8) Reject the Premise, Part 6 with Danny Bauer
In this episode, Jethro Jones and Danny Bauer continue their "Reject the Premise" series, challenging common assumptions in education. They discuss the importance of schools partnering with parents, e...Show More
9) Building Stronger, More Connected School Communities with Ben Downey
Jethro Jones interviews Ben Downey, founder of Big Nest, about the vital role and challenges of parent teacher groups (PTAs/PTGs) in schools. They discuss how these groups are essential for building s...Show More
10) Helping Educators Grow Through Technology and Community with Mike Caldwell
Host Jethro Jones talks with Mike Caldwell, founder of LinkedLeaders, about building a platform that connects school leaders with mentors and peers for real-time support. They discuss the challenges o...Show More
Helping Educators Grow Through Technology and Community with Mike Caldwell
29:31 | Nov 30th, 2025