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Welcome to Cool Coffee with Kansas Principals! By and for school administrators, this podcast is intended to promote candid discussion and offer insight from a building leader’s perspective.
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- Sep 10, 2026
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CC#123: Leadership from the Dance Floor and the Balcony with Principal Justin Coffey - Ulysses HS - USD 214 (opens the original)
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Episode Summary Principal Justin Coffey from Ulysses High School, USD 214, shares his journey from a high school teacher to a principal, emphasizing the importance of leadership balance, intentionality, and community in education. Discover practical insights on managing school responsibilities and fostering a strong school culture through Justin's "dance floor vs balcony" analogy. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! Leave a like and leave a comment for this episode and Cool Coffee with Kansas Principals on
CC#122: Leadership Lessons from Louisiana's 2026 POY - Justin Wax (opens the original)
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Episode Summary In this engaging interview, 2026 Louisiana Principal of the Year, Justin Wax of Denham Springs Junior High School, shares insights on leadership, school culture, community engagement, and effective communication strategies that foster a thriving educational environment. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! Leave a like and leave a comment for this episode and Cool Coffee with Kansas Principals on your favorite podcast platform! Connect with Principal Wax: Email: Justin Wax Chapters 00:00 Int
CC#121: Culture, Routines, and PLCs with Principal Ariel Jankord Lincoln Elementary - USD 290 (opens the original)
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In this episode, Ariel Jankord shares her insights on building strong PLCs, establishing effective routines at the start of the school year, and creating a positive school culture. She discusses practical strategies for principals to foster collaboration, set expectations, and support staff development. Connect with Principal Jankord: Email: Ariel Jankord More Cool Coffee Episodes Featuring Ariel Jankord: CC#58: "Leading from the Extremes" - A Principal's Perspective Click for ALL Cool Coffee ep
CC#120: Season 3 Kickoff! Goals and Insights from KPA President Kelly Whittaker (opens the original)
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In this episode, Kelly Whitaker, president of the Kansas Principals Association, shares insights on leadership, advocacy, and building community within the educational sector. She discusses upcoming conferences, the importance of networking, and how principals can serve their profession effectively. In addition, Kelly answer fun, quick-hitter questions from host Rick Sola. Connect with Principal Whittaker: Email: Kelly Whitaker LinkedInKansas Principals Association More Cool Coffee Episodes Feat
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