
SchoolBiz Chat
Get insights on hot topics and relevant issues in school business and education. Tune in and hear podcast host, MoASBO Executive Director Kim Cranston, interview leaders in education, experts in school finance, and more.
Episodes
29 episodes
Episode #29 - You Don't Know Until You Go!
Geoff Macy Ed.D., SFO, Assistant Supt. of Business and Finance for Ladue School District, shares his conference philosophy, "You Don't Know Until You Go"! Listen to what he has to say about attending the Annual Spring Conference.
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10:36

Episode #28 - Missouri's General Assembly Is In Session!
Mike Lodewegen, director of Government Affairs for MCSA, talks about legislative priorities for this session.
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18:19

Episode #27 - Build a Budget Worthy of the Meritorious Budget Award (MBA)
Dr. Laura Nelson, School of the Osage superintendent, and Dr. Amy St. John, School of the Osage executive director of Business, share some valuable advice on working towards budget transparency.
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17:22

Episode #26 - Key Takeaways for the 2024 Budgets
Kari Monsees, DESE deputy commissioner, talks about the latest priorities for 2024 and relevant issues that impact you.
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13:33

Episode #25 - Impacts on the Schools from the GASB 96
Do you know the requirements of GASB 96? Kim Cranston interviews Sara McLeod, the deputy director for the State Department of Audits in Georgia, to discuss this "hot topic."
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14:22

Episode #24 - Is There Such A Thing As Work-Life Harmony?
In this week's podcast, Kim Cranston visits with Jeff Feyerer, an ASBOI colleague from Illinois, who talks about creating work-life harmony. Keeping all the plates spinning is difficult; taking a deep breath, reflecting, and prioritizing are im...
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18:35

Episode #23 - The Interview Experience
Dr. Patty Corum, MOASPA executive director, offers valuable advice about preparing for a job interview.
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21:13

Episode #22 - Why Mentorship is Important for Mentee and Mentor
Whether you are new to school business or a seasoned veteran, being in a mentor-mentee program provides benefits and success. Join Kim Cranston as she interviews Aaron Hooper about his experience as a mentor.
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13:17

Episode #21 - Is Your Attention Span Shorter Than a Goldfish's?
Solutions Provided Founder and Chief Leadership Strategist, Jacqueline Wieland, shares how to face the challenges of being a meaningful leader and creating the space to engage others.
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17:12

Episode #20 - Unleashing the Power of AI for Educators
How do you see AI changing K-12 education? Chris Warden, Technology director for Central R-3 School District, and Jason Rooks, CIO for Parkway School District, discuss this question.
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20:44

Episode #19 - Why Women Should Take the Risk and Step into Leadership Roles
Molly McGee Hewitt, executive director of National Association of Pupil Transportation (NAPT) and former executive director for the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO) shares practical advice to help women be more confid...
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14:37

Episode #18 - What is the debt ceiling and how does it affect education?
Do you have questions about the debt ceiling? Do you understand how it affects schools? Elleka Yost, ASBOI director of Advocacy, explains the impact the debt ceiling has on education and why school business officials need to pay attention.
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13:50

Episode #17 - Legislation Session Is Over. Here Are Some of the Highlights.
MoASBO's Legislative Liaison, Kevin Supple, discusses the adjourned 2023 legislation session.
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12:07

Episode #16 - Don't Leap Before You Think Through It
Dr. Bill Rebore, an educator for over 45 years and the author of two school finance books shares his perspective on the evolution of education.
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17:10

Episode #15 - Things Learned from a Veteran Administrator and School Business Official
Clint Johnston, superintendent for Jefferson R-VII School District, has 21 years of experience in central office. Listen to what he has to say about working in education and how to overcome obstacles.
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18:30

Episode #14 - Be Your Very Best - Be Awesome!
Joshua Peach, who will be the keynote speaker at the 70th Annual Spring Conference, shares his philosophy around Be Awesome! Joshua founded Be Au Sm in 2018, with one mission - to help inspire others to be their very best at work and in l...
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13:29

Episode #13 - Challenges and Opportunities Facing First-Year Superintendents
Dr. Tina Spencer is a first-year superintendent for the Miller County R-III Schools in Tuscumbia, MO. Dr. Spencer shares her experiences and outlook on the year.
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9:20

Episode #12 - Four-Day School Week Gaining Popularity
Jon Turner, associate professor of Educational Leadership for Missouri State University, has been called the four-day school week expert. Listen to what he has to say about the benefits of a non-traditional schedule.
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22:02

Episode #11 - School District Experience
Anya Randle is the CFO for Assumption Parish Schools in Louisiana. During the pandemic, she was named their Interim Superintendent. Listen to what she learned from that experience.
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10:39

Episode #10 - Earn Your SFO Certification
Dr. Steve Shelton, Lee's Summit associate superintendent of Operations, encourages school business officials to elevate their professional stature and gain experience by achieving their SFO certification. By having the SFO certific...
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17:15

Episode #9 - Keep Calm and Plan
Kari Monsees, DESE deputy commissioner, encourages new superintendents and chief finance officers to pay attention to their upcoming budgets, planning periods, and communication preparation this second half of the year.
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10:45

Episode #8 - Hot Topic Education Issues in this Legislative Session
Mike Lodewegen, director of Government Affairs for MCSA, talks about legislative priorities for this session.
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10:18

Episode #7 - The Critical Role You Play in Advocacy
Elleka Yost, ASBOI director of Advocacy, has made it her mission to inform School Business Officials of their role in public education Advocacy. We must rise to the challenge of ensuring students' and district interests are represented in Washi...
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18:45

Episode #6 - Serving Missouri Students
Charlie Shields, Missouri State Board of Education President, shares information about serving Missouri schools.
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23:07

Episode #5 - Are You Ready to Eliminate the Drama from Your Workplace?
Dennis McIntee, who will be at the Executive Leadership Forum, is known for working with leaders to uncover their personal organizational constraints in order to build high-trust, high-performance cultures. Tune in to hear podcast host, MoASBO ...
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12:21
