Posted: November 2025
In this episode of the KASA School Leader Podcast, Executive Director Rhonda Caldwell and General Counsel Wayne Young unpack KASA’s powerful trifecta of legal protections for school leaders — from counsel and cost coverage to liability insurance. Learn about new member benefits, including the Win with Wayne video series and a must-attend webinar on public employee free speech..
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Posted: October 2025
In this episode of the KASA School Leader Podcast, Executive Director Dr. Rhonda Caldwell sits down with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman to discuss the ambitious Pre-K for All initiative. Lt. Gov. Coleman outlines why early childhood education is critical to student success, how pre-K impacts third-grade literacy and even long-term prison rates, and what it will take to move from just 27% of four-year-olds in public pre-K to full access statewide.
Posted: August 2025
Representative Tina Bojanowski is both a special education teacher and a Kentucky legislator, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of classrooms and policy. In this episode, she shares her journey, unpacks key education challenges, and offers insights on advocacy, accountability, and the future of public schools in Kentucky.
Posted: May 2025
From his roots as a dedicated teacher and coach to his current role as Chairman of the Primary and Secondary Education Committee in the Kentucky House of Representatives, Scott Lewis shares his inspiring journey and vision for Kentucky's youth. Discover his insights on the challenges and triumphs of the education system, his advocacy for early literacy, and his strategies for building a brighter future through education.
Posted: April 2025
Rhonda speaks with Garrett Frank, Bryan Lile & Chris Barrier about this essential new toolkit for substitutes. Ensures safe, productive classrooms for everyone.
Posted: February 2025
Rhonda interviews KASA General Counsel Wayne Young on how Trump Administration orders affect public education and what leaders need to know.
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Posted: September 2024
Dr. Rhonda Caldwell and Wayne Young discuss Amendment 2 and its implications for public school administrators ahead of Election Day.
Posted: February 2024
Rhonda interviews Chris Bentzel about the Coalition to Sustain the Education Profession and its work in Kentucky.
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Posted: September 2023
A working conditions survey revealed top challenges for teachers. Rhonda talks with superintendents Thom Cochran and Carrie Ballinger.
Posted: February 2023
Rhonda speaks with Rep. Kevin Jackson & Bob Rowland about House Bill 32 and what it means for Kentucky schools.
Posted: December 2022
Rhonda and Brian Creasman explore wellness for educators and students—because health matters in learning.
Posted: November 2022
Sandra Combs shares about KASA’s coat drive and relief efforts after Eastern KY floods—supporting families in need.
Posted: July 2022
Ben Wilcox, Kentucky’s State School Security Marshal, joins Rhonda to talk school safety and House Bill 63.
Dr. Todd Whitaker joins Rhonda to discuss leadership strategies from his bestselling book *What Great Leaders Do Differently*.
Bob Bennett and Bryan Goodwin join Rhonda to discuss strategies for engaging and re‑engaging today’s students.
Posted: April 2022
Dr. Casey Allen, superintendent of Ballard County Schools, speaks with Rhonda about leadership and school progress.
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Veteran principal Rick Lasley talks about public education challenges—from funding and infrastructure, to teacher shortages and privatization.
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Lt. Gov. Coleman discusses state budgeting, priorities, and supports for students and educators in Kentucky.
Dr. Derek Black discusses his book *School House Burning* and strategies against privatization and charter or voucher efforts in education.
Rep. Bojanowski and Rhonda discuss SB9/HB226 and what early literacy legislation means for Kentucky learners and Read for Success.
Rep. Tipton joins Rhonda to discuss early literacy bills and the Read for Success program in episode two of the series.
Rep. Massey and Rhonda reflect on the 2022 legislative session, pandemic impacts, funding, and teacher shortages in public education.
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