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Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani

Proud Principals Podcast celebrates the incredible work of school leaders making a difference every day. This podcast is your go-to source for recognizing, acknowledging, and sharing the best practices of educational leaders. Join us as we learn about true, proven efforts that transform schools and inspire success. Let’s learn from our Best Resources, Each Other and take pride in the amazing accomplishments happening in our schools.

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38:43

State POY Series - Christian Ledesma (Minnesota) -...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/09/06

Christian Ledesma is the 2025 Minnesota Principal of the YearChristian Ledesma is the principal of Roosevelt High School in Minneapolis, where he leads with a strong focus on safety, equity, and academic excellence. Returning after the pandemic, he addressed students’ physical and emotional well-being through safety campaigns, increased supervision, and student-led cultural celebrations. Under his leadership, Roosevelt strengthened its partnership with the International Baccalaureate program,

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State POY Series - Kelly Messmer (South Dakota) -...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/08/30

Kelly Messmer - South Dakota's 2025 Secondary Principal of the YearKelly Messmer is a dedicated principal in rural South Dakota who is determined to provide his ranching-country students with opportunities that reach far beyond the traditional classroom. Recognizing the challenges of limited access in a rural community, he has brought career education directly to his school through a mobile experience with skilled instructors each semester. Students now have hands-on learning in welding, electrical

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39:24

State POY Series - Ryan Cordia (Nevada) - Innovation...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/08/23

State Principal of the Year Series - NevadaRyan Cordia - 2025 Nevada Principal of the Year Northeast Career & Technical Academy Ryan Cordia is in his second year as the inaugural principal of Northeast Career and Technical Academy in North Las Vegas, NV. The school is the first in state to implement in-person, self-paced, mastery blended learning, which breaks away from the traditional Carnegie Unit model. As principal, he created a framework for the school where every student receives career

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34:51

State POY Series - Mark Andresen (North Dakota) -...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/08/16

Mark Andresen is the 2025 North Dakota Secondary School Principal of the Year.Mark is the principal of Mandan High School in Mandan, ND. Previously, he was a science teacher and girls’ basketball coach. In his 21 years as principal of Mandan, he has worked diligently to improve test scores, graduation rates, and dual credit opportunities, as well as to support and implement numerous programs that benefit all students. Most recently, he played a key role in the team that designed, built, and opened

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37:49

State POY Series - Terita Walker (Colorado) - Student...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/08/08

Terita Walker - 2025 Colorado State Principal of the Year and NASSP National Principal of the Year Finalist. Terita Walker has served as the principal of East High School in Denver, CO, for four years. She has transformed the school into a model of inclusivity, academic excellence, and student empowerment. Through intentional leadership and a deep commitment to equity, she has fostered a culture where students and staff thrive. Recognizing that a strong school culture is built on trust and

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43:20

State POY Series - Spencer Long (Tennessee) - Making...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/08/01

Spencer Long is the 2025 Tennessee Secondary Principal of the Year.Spencer Long is the executive principal of Halls High School in Halls Crossroads, TN Knox County. A proud alumnus of Halls, he began his career at Halls as a science teacher and assistant football and baseball coach. He moved into administration with roles as an athletic director and assistant principal. Under his leadership, Halls successfully completed its first year of reorganization as an 865 Academies High School, part

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54:59

State POY Series - Pierre Orbe (New York) - Believe...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/07/23

Pierre Orbe - New York Secondary Principal of the Year - 2025DeWitt Clinton High School New York City Pierre Orbe is the principal of DeWitt Clinton High School in Bronx, NY. Previously, he was a science teacher and an assistant principal. He leads one of the nation’s most historic schools—alma mater to icons like Stan Lee, Ralph Lauren, and James Baldwin. Under his leadership, DeWitt Clinton’s graduation rate has increased from under 46% to more than 97%, with significant equity gains for Black

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45:35

State POY Series - Laura Tobias (Pennsylvania) -...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/07/17

Proud principal Laura Tobias of State College Area High School, Pennsylvania is an amazing school leader. Laura has created a special place in the shadows of Happy Valley. Her daily positive messages, academic interventions, and learning centers are just the tip of this inspiring conversation. If you are looking to model your school after a dynamic school leader, look no farther or just listen to this episode. Pennsylvania Principal of the Year 2025 Contact Mrs.

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43:56

State POY Series - Dr. Jonathon Guthrie (Arkansas) -...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/07/06

Dr. Jonathon Guthrie, Proud Principal of Bentonville West High School, Arkansas shares how he and his team opened Bentonville West, which just completed it's 9th year.As part of the State POY Series - Jonathon Guthrie is the Arkansas Principal of the year - 2025. He led his team to set the culture, hiring the staff, ordering every desk, chair and trash can! Bentonville West High School has seen academic growth and success earlier than some expected with the intention of "Winning them

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38:03

State POY Series -Middle School - Miguel Salazar...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/06/30

Miguel Salazar is the principal of Sundown Middle School in Sundown, TX. Previously he was a math teacher, coach, assistant principal, and high school principal. He is dedicated to fostering positive school cultures, promoting equity, and ensuring student success. His leadership philosophy is rooted in the belief that a thriving educational community is built upon shared accountability, high standards, and continuous improvement. He champions proactive strategies to cultivate a positive school

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42:53

State POY Series - Adam Lancto (Michigan) - Building...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/06/25

State Principal of the Year Series - Michigan's Adam LanctoAdam Lancto is the principal of Grandville High School in Grandville, MI and the 2025 Michigan Secondary Principal of the Year. Previously, he served as assistant principal. A visible leader who consistently attends student and community events, he championed students by creating programs such as the Student Voice Committee to help students feel a sense of belonging, and courses that align to the world of work, including auto maintenance

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36:41

State POY Series - Kelly Whittaker (Kansas) -...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/06/22

Kansas' 2025 Principal of the year, Kelly Whittaker has served as the principal of Ottawa High School in Ottawa, KS, since 2018. Previously, she served as an assistant principal of Shawnee Heights High School and Goshen High School in Indiana. She taught special education at the elementary and middle school levels before transitioning to a career as an administrator. Under her leadership, Ottawa’s graduation rate has consistently increased from 80.5% to an average of 95%. She has also implemented a

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38:33

State Principals of the Year Series - Dr. Jason Di...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/06/20

Jason Di Giulio, EdD, is the principal of Hazen Union School in Hardwick, VT. He is known for his transformational leadership, particularly in advancing the community schools model in rural Vermont. Under his guidance, Hazen Union has expanded access to mental health services, family engagement programs, and strategic partnerships with local organizations and higher education institutions. Di Giulio’s background as a commissioned Army officer, college and high school educator, and scholar in both

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36:25

State Principals of the Year Series - Damon Lewis -...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/06/15

Damon C. Lewis, EdD , is the principal of Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy in Norwalk, CT. Previously, he was the assistant principal. Under his leadership, Ponus Ridge, a 6–8 middle school, reduced chronic absenteeism from 31% to 8% in one year. His school has increased the number of minority students in the gifted and talented program, and the number of female students in accelerated math. He has championed an equity-driven and “Every Day Counts” culture where PSAT scores for grade 8 students outpaced

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36:49

State Principals of the Year Series - Chase...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/06/11

2025 Wyoming Principal of the Year, Chase Christensen shares how he led a state initiative to provide an apprenticeship for aspiring administrators and created work based opportunities for his seniors. Chase serves as the state coordinator for the Wyoming Association of Secondary School Principals, championing public education and leadership development. Recently, he initiated a statewide apprenticeship program through the association, designed to offer mentorship and potential financial support

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51:33

State Principals of the Year Series - Efa Huckaby...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/06/08

Efa Huckaby, the 2025 California Principal of the Year from Liberty High School in Brentwood, CA shares the details of his how he and his school community defined and implemented the expectations of what it means to be a Liberty High School Warrior. This includes their Welcome Week activities. Instagram - @efahuckaby @Libertyhighofficial

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31:19

State Principal of the Year Series - Texas' Dr....

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/06/01

Texas Principal of the Year, Dr. Winston McCowan Jr. of Chisholm Trail High School, Fort Worth, Texas shares how his student "Ranger Voice" committee enhanced their school community. This campus wide student led committee consists of students from all athletic teams, clubs, and organizations to represent student voice. Contact Dr. McCowan Jr. for more information Email - wmccowan@ems-isd.net X/Twitter - @McCowanWinston Instagram - drwinjr98

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Proud Principals Podcast - State Principal of the...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/05/25

Alabama's 2025 Principal of the Year, Dr. Matt Epps of Career Technical School in Columbiana, Alabama shares his strategies of personalizing a students' educational journey through student voice and leadership. The personal inventory assessment was intentional to gain insight to the students' perception of their skill sets and the school's role in helping them better achieve their goals. The results have been incredibly insightful for student and staff growth., and this was in 1 year of Dr. Epps'

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Proud Principals Podcast 20 - Jen Cimaglia - Struggle...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/05/17

In this inspiring episode of the Proud Principals Podcast, we sit down with Principal Jen Cimaglia, from Hardyston Elementary, Franklin, NJ who saw a critical learning gap in her school and took bold, informed action to close it. Jen shares the story behind her decision to implement the Wilson Reading System — a structured literacy program designed to support students with language-based learning difficulties.Listen as she walks us through the “why” and “how” behind this game-changing initiative,

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39:23

Proud Principals Podcast - Josh Tovar - Creating...

Proud Principals Podcast with Tony Cattani ·

2025/04/15

Proud Principal Josh Tovar exudes energy and pride for his students and staff of Memorial Pathway Academy in Garland, Texas. He celebrates their success every day in every way. This positive approach creates a culture of ALL stakeholders being seen and celebrated for their daily work. We all want to promote student and staff success. Listen to how Josh Tovar does it like no other we have heard on Proud Principals Podcast. You are encouraged to contact Josh to learn more. X - @JTSPOTLIGHTS or

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