Public School Matters

Join the North Carolina Association of School Administrators’ Advocacy Team for a brief and timely discussion on legislation and policy news affecting public schools. New podcasts are released weekly during NC General Assembly sessions and at other times as legislative and policy developments occur. Find the latest K-12 education news at www.NCASA.net or @NCASAtweets!

Public School Matters is a education podcast hosted by NC Association of School Administrators, with 47 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

NC Association of School Administrators hosts Public School Matters, a education show with 47 episodes published.

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  Episode #47

  Episode 47 - A Conversation With Dr. Shirley Prince, NC Principals & Assistant Principals' Association (NCPAPA) Executive Director

  Oct 1, 202627 minS5

  In this episode, NCASA welcomes Dr. Shirley Prince, Executive Director of the NC Principals and Assistant Principals’ Association (NCPAPA) , for a conversation about leadership, professional development, and advocacy. Dr. Prince shares lessons from the leaders who shaped her career, the challenges facing today’s school leaders, and why supporting principals matters. Tune in for an inspiring look at leadership and the future of North Carolina’s public schools!

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  Episode #45

  Episode 45 - A Conversation With Dr. Matthew Cheeseman, NCASA President And Superintendent, Craven County Schools

  Jul 16, 202628 minS5

  This week, the NCASA Advocacy Team welcomes Dr. Matthew Cheeseman, NCASA President and Superintendent of Craven County Schools . Drawing on more than 31 years in education, Dr. Cheeseman shares his vision for the future of North Carolina's public schools, and the importance of building strong relationships with policymakers and advancing advocacy efforts. Dr. Cheeseman also offers practical leadership insights on listening, collaboration, and effectively telling the story of public education, making this a must-listen episode for school leaders, educators, and public education advocates.

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  Episode #44

  Episode 44 - A Conversation With Jason Johnson, 2025 NC Principal Of The Year And 2026 National High School Principal Of The Year

  May 14, 202622 minS5

  <p>This week, the NCASA Advocacy Team speaks with<b>Jason Johnson, 2025 NC Principal of the Year and 2026 National High School Principal of the Year</b>. Our hosts discuss the challenges that face Principals, Assistant Principals, and all school administrators. They also talk about advocating with state legislators to raise awareness on issues currently affecting NC Public Schools, statewide.</p><p><br/><br/></p>

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  Episode #43

  Episode 43: A Conversation With Incoming NCASA Executive Director, Dr. Travis Reeves

  Apr 16, 202629 minS5

  <p>This week our Advocacy Team sits down to have a conversation with NCASA’s <b>Incoming Executive Director, Dr. Travis Reeves</b><b>.</b><b> Dr. Reeves, who currently serves as the Superintendent of Surry County Schools</b><b>, will officially assume the duties of Executive Director on July 1, 2026</b>. In this episode Dr. Reeves shares his thoughts on NCASA, his vision for the organization’s future in supporting school leaders across the state, and efforts to engage members in advocating for strong public schools.</p>

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  Episode #42

  Episode 42 - 2026 Primary Election In North Carolina: Important Races For Education

  Feb 17, 202621 minS5

  <p>This week the NCASA Advocacy Team discusses the importance of the March 3rd Primary Election with Alex Baltzegar, Executive Director of the NC FreeEnterprise Foundation, also known as NCFree. NCFree’s mission is focused on promoting a free enterprise system through research, education, and political engagement, which includes informative analyses on key races and trends shaping North Carolina elections.</p>

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