In this episode of the Principals' Leadership Lounge, Joe and Al tackle the chaos of school life with a conversation titled "Drinking from the Hose and The Week Before the Week." With energy high and time scarce, they share how they navigate the rapid pace of back-to-back events and initiatives, offering tips on how to stay organized and avoid burnout. From managing the lead-up to a long holiday break to keeping staff and students focused, this episode is packed with practical advice, humor, and relatable moments. Whether you’re a school leader or simply someone trying to keep up with the busy season, you won’t want to miss it!

In this episode, Joe and Al compare notes on shared challenges across their schools, focusing on those ever-busy hallways. From students lingering between classes to strategies for keeping traffic flowing and minimizing disruptions, they explore the commonalities and differences in their approaches. Tune in as they discuss practical solutions, share funny stories, and dig into what it takes to maintain a positive, productive school environment. This episode is packed with relatable insights for school leaders everywhere dealing with the daily hustle of managing a school building!

In this episode of Principals' Leadership Lounge, Joe and Al explore the exciting—and sometimes challenging—world of school dances! As school leaders, they share stories from the dance floor, discussing the logistics, planning, and surprising elements that make these events memorable for students and staff alike. But that's not all! Joe also gives listeners an update on his journey toward a doctoral degree