Spike Cook

Spike Cook


Proud father of two amazing kids, Principal, Blogger, Author, Speaker, Adjunct Prof, Co-host @PrincipalPLN & guest on @unlockthemiddle podcast.

Appears in 145 Episodes

Episode 90: Getting Organized

Episode 90: Getting Organized

S1E90 · · 51:42

In this episode, Theresa and Spike discuss how 2018 is going while Jessica is Ice Fishing! As the discussion unfolds, Theresa talked about how she has been using the app Todoist. She...

Episode 89: Principal in Boots, Lindsy Stumpenhorst

Episode 89: Principal in Boots, Lindsy Stumpenhorst

S1E89 · · 01:01:42

In this episode, we chat with Lindsy Stumpenhorst, elementary principal in Illinois, also known as “Principal in Boots.” Lindsy shares all about leading an amazing staff, living ...

Episode 88: What's the Weather?

Episode 88: What's the Weather?

S1E88 · · 54:29

In this episode, we warm up with hot coffee and blankets to stay warm in this frigid winter. Spike talks about the Bomb Cyclone in New Jersey, which caused his school to close for ...

Episode 87: Happy New Year 2018!

Episode 87: Happy New Year 2018!

S1E86 · · 43:57

In this special end of the year episode, Theresa, Jessica and Spike discuss their Winter Break.   Spike talked about his floating experience. He will be posting a blog about what he ...

Episode 86: The Holiday Break for Principals

Episode 86: The Holiday Break for Principals

S1E86 · · 43:00

In this episode, Theresa and Spike share their final week leading up to the Winter Break. It is clear from the discussion that no matter the school you work in or the area of the cou...

Episode 85 - Breaking Out of lsolation

Episode 85 - Breaking Out of lsolation

S4E85 · · 56:14

Episode 85: Breaking Out Of Isolation   In this episode, Theresa, Spike and Jessica catch up after about a year hiatus from the podcast. It is clear that everyone needed a break to w...

Episode 84: Happy New Year #PrincipalPLN

Episode 84: Happy New Year #PrincipalPLN

S1E127 · · 35:43

Episode 84: Happy New Year #PrincipalPLN by Dr. Spike Cook, Jessica Johnson, Theresa Stager

Episode 83: Support for New Administrators

Episode 83: Support for New Administrators

S1E126 · · 31:14

Episode 83: Support for New Administrators by Dr. Spike Cook, Jessica Johnson, Theresa Stager

Episode 82: Random Thoughts in the August 'Crunch Time'

Episode 82: Random Thoughts in the August 'Crunch Time'

S1E125 · · 42:20

Episode 82: Random Thoughts in the August 'Crunch Time' by Dr. Spike Cook, Jessica Johnson, Theresa Stager

Episode 81

Episode 81

S1E124 · · 36:50

In this episode, we are joined by Ann Smart (@annsmart17), an Ed Tech Consultant from Michigan to have her answer our question: What is BreakoutEdu? Listen to find out how you can us...

Episode 80: Leveling Up Your School Facebook Page with guest Melissa Emler @melissaemler

Episode 80: Leveling Up Your School Facebook Page with guest Melissa Emler @melissaemler

S1E123 · · 44:18

In this episode we chat with Melissa Emler, a former principal and now Director of Innovations, about using Facebook as your tool to communicate with your parents and community. Whil...

Episode 78: When Was the Last Time You Did Something for the First Time? with Dr. Tony Sinanis

Episode 78: When Was the Last Time You Did Something for the First Time? with Dr. Tony Sinanis

S1E121 · · 26:26

Episode 78: When Was the Last Time You Did Something for the First Time? with Dr. Tony Sinanis by Dr. Spike Cook, Jessica Johnson, Theresa Stager

Episode 51: Tia Henriksen

Episode 51: Tia Henriksen

S1E120 · · 27:29

In this episode we talk with Tia Henriksen, a current Vice Principal, but soon to be Principal in British Columbia starting on January 1st, 2015. We discuss inbox zero, making the ...

Episode 47: Conquering Email and Inbox Zero with Curt Rees

Episode 47: Conquering Email and Inbox Zero with Curt Rees

S1E119 · · 38:54

In this episode we are joined by Curt Rees, Elementary Principal and Recess Kickball legend in Onalaska, Wisconsin. Curt’s school is recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Pub...

Episode 46: What do you have to do

Episode 46: What do you have to do

S1E118 · · 23:38

In this episode, Jessica and Spike explore the ever present "to do list."   The show starts out with the realization that the modern day Principal probably needs ADD or ADHD to survi...

Episode 45: Observations and Walkthroughs Part II

Episode 45: Observations and Walkthroughs Part II

S1E117 · · 36:16

In this episode, Theresa and Spike discuss the importance of non-evaluative walkthroughs. Theresa mentioned how her school has used TeachBoost and how it helped her work collaborativ...

Episode 43: Running Your School from your Mobile Device with Adam Welcome

Episode 43: Running Your School from your Mobile Device with Adam Welcome

S1E116 · · 30:14

In this episode we invite Adam Welcome, a Principal of the Year from Lafayette, CA. You can find Adam on Twitter @awelcome or his blog at adamwelcome.blogspot.com.  Adam shares with ...

Episode 37: #PrincipalPLN

Episode 37: #PrincipalPLN

S1E115 · · 23:03

The PrincipalPLN is a weekly podcast hosted by Theresa Stager, Jessica Johnson and Spike Cook. We are committed to creating podcasts that are informative, innovative and fun! The con...

Episode 36: Learn how to start your own SCHOOL from Kelly Tenkely

Episode 36: Learn how to start your own SCHOOL from Kelly Tenkely

S1E114 · · 01:25:11

The PrincipalPLN is a weekly podcast hosted by Theresa Stager, Jessica Johnson and Spike Cook. We are committed to creating podcasts that are informative, innovative and fun! The con...

Episode 33: An Interview with Bob Dillon

Episode 33: An Interview with Bob Dillon

S1E113 · · 01:20:43

The PrincipalPLN is a weekly podcast hosted by Theresa Stager, Jessica Johnson and Spike Cook. We are committed to creating podcasts that are informative, innovative and fun! The con...