It’s been SAId: Conversations on Leadership

Conversations to inform and inspire educational leaders.

It’s been SAId: Conversations on Leadership is a education podcast hosted by School Administrators of Iowa, with 88 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

School Administrators of Iowa hosts It’s been SAId: Conversations on Leadership, a education show with 88 episodes published.

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  Episode #86

  Leadership Life Fit: Beyond the Noise — The Power of Intentional and Empathic Listening

  Sep 30, 202618 min

  In this Leadership Life Fit episode of the It's Been SAId podcast, Dr. Dana Schon explores how listening—both to our bodies and to others—strengthens leadership and wellbeing. She explains the listening continuum (from ignoring to empathic listening), the importance of nonverbal cues, and practical tools like body scans and box breathing. Listeners will learn concrete habits to slow down, hold space, and respond more effectively—so you can make better decisions, build stronger relationships, and create a higher-quality leadership life fit. Listen and learn a lot in this 17-minute podcast.

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  Episode #85

  Legislative Update: September 2026

  Sep 24, 20264 min

  Dave Daughton, government relations director with School Administrators of Iowa, summarizes September legislative and policy updates for school districts in this episode of the It's Been SAId podcast. He addresses the Department of Education guidance on Senate File 2428 and open enrollment, work groups on concurrent enrollment and cybersecurity, and the potential FCC E‑Rate rule changes that could reduce internet funding. The update also highlights scholarship‑granting organizations (SGOs) as a funding opportunity and he urges superintendents to contact Dr. Buck for more information. The podcast wraps up with a preview of the upcoming November 3 election and proposed Amendment 1 that would require a 2/3 legislative majority to raise state income taxes. This podcast covers a lot in under four minutes.

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  Episode #84

  Legal Vortex: Senate File 2428, Round Two!

  Sep 17, 202615 min

  In this follow-up to last month's deep dive into Iowa’s new behavior bill (SF 2428), SAI’s Legal Vortex, Legal Services Director Matt Carver returns to address key questions, legal nuances, and practical scenarios raised by educators and administrators. This episode explores: Non-Violent Removals: Understanding teacher discretion and the three main options available for addressing non-violent disruptions. Special Education & IEPs: How 2428 applies to students with IEPs, including support provisions, documentation, and guidelines around expanded IEP meetings. Meeting Requirements: Clarifying when meetings are required for general education students versus IEP students following classroom removals. Oversight Review Committees: The specific role and limits of building committees in shaping removal and return policies. Tracking & Resetting: How the tracking of removals resets with grading periods. Teacher Support & Leave: Best practice recommendations for supporting injured educators. Disclaimer: This podcast reflects current legal interpretations and guidance from the Department of Education. Always consult your district's legal counsel for specific guidance. Thank you for your leadership and dedication to Iowa’s students! Listen and learn a lot in this 15-minute episode.

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  Episode #83

  Leadership Life Fit: Intentional Visualization & Well-Being

  Sep 1, 202620 min

  In this episode Leadership Life Fit edition of the It's Been SAId podcast, Associate Executive Director of Professional Learning Dr. Dana Schon explores a powerful strategy to enhance your leadership life fit: intentional visualization and manifestation. Drawing from her early days in sports to modern neuroscience, Dana breaks down how unexamined self-talk can trigger stress and default "worst-case scenario" thinking. She contrasts simple goal-setting with intentional living, explaining how aligning daily intentions with core values rewires neural pathways, engages the prefrontal cortex, and shifts the body out of fight-or-flight mode. Plus, Dana outlines a practical, six-step morning routine incorporating breathwork, intentionality, writing, verbalization, and visualization to help you navigate constant distractions, reduce cortisol levels, and lead with clarity, courage, and joy. Listen and learn a lot in this 20-minute podcast.

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  Episode #82

  Legislative Update: Student Behavior, Physical Fitness, and Civics Mandates

  Aug 27, 20263 min

  As the new school year kicks off, Dave Daughton, government relations director for School Administrators of Iowa, provides a quick rundown of critical legislative updates affecting Iowa schools. In this legislative episode of the It's Been SAId podcast, Daughton breaks down key compliance requirements and points to essential resources for Iowa educators: Senate File 2428 (Student Behavior Bill): Insights from recent discussions, the joint SAI, Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB) and Iowa State Education Association (ISEA) town hall, and navigating implementation guidance. House File 2676 (Physical Activity and Fitness Testing): Requirements for physical fitness testing covering first through 12th grades. Senate File 369 (Civics Test Mandate): Updates on administering the required civics test for students in ninth through 12th grades, including senior-plus students. Catch up in this short three-minute podcast.

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