Featuring Stacia Werner, 2022 Florida Department of Education Assistant Principal of the Year; currently serving as the Proud Principal of Tavares Elementary School.

Summary

In this episode of Talking Shop, hosts Mike Randolph and Martin Aftuck engage with Stacia Werner, the 2022 Florida Department of Education Assistant Principal of the Year. They discuss the challenges faced by schools post-hurricane, Stacia's unique educational journey from PE teacher to elementary principal, and the importance of building relationships within the school community. Stacia shares insights on creating a positive school culture, her experience in achieving the Golden STEAM Award, and her goals for the upcoming school year, emphasizing the significance of love and accountability in education.

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Challenges Post-Hurricane

02:24 Stacia Werner's Educational Journey

05:33 Transitioning from Secondary to Elementary Leadership

08:33 The Impact of Sports on Leadership Skills

10:33 Building Community Connections

12:51 The Importance of Relationship Building

14:51 Creating a Positive School Culture

19:53 Celebrating Achievements as Assistant Principal of the Year

25:23 Achieving the Golden STEAM Award

27:58 Goals for a Successful School Year