FASA Leadership Lounge

FASA Leadership Lounge

Explore the world of Educational Leadership in Florida and beyond! The Florida Association of School Administrators presents The Leadership Lounge, a weekly look at everything related to Educational Leadership, from legislative policies to best practices, and any other timely topics.

Episodes

September 1, 2025 9 mins

Choo Choo! Get on the train. This week, Michele and Jessica break down the never-boring, always a little confusing Train Bill. Make sure to listen to this to prepare yourself for Florida's upcoming Legislative Session.


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The State Board of Education Meeting was held this week, and several rules were passed. This brings the question: what exactly are rules, and how do they come about? Listen to this episode to find out more.

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Season 2 continues with Michele and Jessica discussing the upcoming 2026 Legislative Session and leadership. Get prepared for 2026, don't miss this episode!


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Welcome back to season 2! In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jen Halter, Principal of Clay High School in Clay County, Florida. Don't miss this engaging episode!

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Season one comes to an end with some special guests from the Florida School Boards Association - Dr. Danielle Thomas and Joe McGehee. Our guests provide their insight into the legislative session, and more!


Season two will begin in August. Stay tuned!

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June 23, 2025 11 mins

The Florida Legislature has finally approved a budget. What's next? Tune in to Episode 16 to find out!

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This week, we are joined by two very special guests - Dr. Earl Franks, Executive Director of NAESP, and Ronn Nozoe, CEO of NASSP. They discuss everything education from the national to the state level. This very special episode was recorded on site at FASA's Discover '25 conference.

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June 9, 2025 10 mins

Will Florida's budget be agreed upon? Tune in to hear the latest...

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Does Florida have a budget? It might happen! Also, discussion about FASA's Discover '25 conference, and the loss of a great leader.

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May 26, 2025 14 mins

Michele and Jessica discuss bills that the Governor signed this week, a few issues at the Federal level, and the current lack of agreement from Florida's Legislature.

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May 19, 2025 14 mins

As the Legislature takes a bit of a break, trying to figure out the budget, Michele and Jessica talk about happenings in all 3 branches of government.

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May 12, 2025 20 mins

The 60-day Florida Legislative Session has ended (sort of). What is next? Michele and Jessica take a deeper look into what is expected in the near future.

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May 5, 2025 15 mins

Day 60 of the Florida Legislative Session is here, and the budget has not been passed. What is going to happen next? Join Michele and Jessica to find out.

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Will Session end on time? What is going on at the Capitol? This week is a deeper dive into this very unusual Legislative Session. Also, we have some special guests!

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This week, Michele and Jessica discuss what a "Train Bill" is. They also preview the last two weeks of Florida's Legislative Session, and all that still needs to be done.

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April 14, 2025 24 mins

Episode 6 of the FASA Leadership Lounge takes a deep dive into the heart of the 2025 Florida Legislative Session. The end of session is only 3 weeks away, and things are starting to get very busy!

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April 7, 2025 16 mins

Tornados in Tallahassee, and Florida's Legislative Session is flying by, at the halfway point. Just another Monday!

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Week 4 of Florida's Legislative Session is discussed, including bills in committees, some that have reached the House or Senate Floor, and more!

Podcast Hosts - Michele White and Jessica Janasiewicz Producer - Geoff Willoughby Musical Director - David Higgins

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March 24, 2025 17 mins

This week, we discuss week 3 of Florida's Legislative Session - bills moving through committees and what is expected over the next 6 weeks.

Podcast Hosts - Michele White and Jessica Janasiewicz

Producer - Geoff Willoughby

Musical Director - David Higgins

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The second week of Florida's Legislative Session is discussed, and Michele talks about her trip to Washington, D.C.

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