Dana Schon (@djschon) profile picture

Wife, mother of three, and educational leader focused on maximizing opportunities for all learners.

Joined June 2011
Photo by Dana Schon (@djschon)Photo by Dana Schon (@djschon)Photo by Dana Schon (@djschon)Photo by Dana Schon (@djschon)Photo by Dana Schon (@djschon)Photo by Dana Schon (@djschon)Photo by Dana Schon (@djschon)Photo by Dana Schon (@djschon)Photo by Dana Schon (@djschon)Photo by Dana Schon (@djschon)
Dana Schon retweeted
In case you can't tell, the SAI team is just a little excited about our upcoming conference in just a few days! Come take a selfie with us Aug. 5-7. See you soon!
3
13
491
Dana Schon retweeted
This year's conference program got a BIGGER and BETTER! Take conference notes using an awesome, free SAI pen you pick up at conference! See you in just a couple of days! #SAI50Conf25 #2025SAIconference #50years
3
1
11
627
Dana Schon retweeted
We love celebrating our Iowa principals. Listen to what one colleague has to say about @ghvschools High School Principal Shawn Miller. Submit your own note of appreciation for a favorite principal at lead.sai-iowa.org/principals… #principalsmonth
1
4
13
886
Dana Schon retweeted
It is with deep sadness that we learn of the passing of Dan Marburger. Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and the Perry community during this difficult time.
2
12
2
100
7,325
Dana Schon retweeted
🎧Tune in and be inspired by the wisdom shared by Elementary Principal of the Year Dana Nally, Middle Level Principal of the Year Toby Young, and Secondary Principal of the Year Jake Feldmann in the latest episode of the "It's Been SAId" podcast! sai-iowa.org/its-been-said-c…
2
8
1,036
Dana Schon retweeted
New middle school and high school principals discuss the start of the school year at today's institute. Experienced leaders, what's top of mind for you?
1
5
2
32
Dana Schon retweeted
It was a great day welcoming 40 new elementary principals to the role. Experienced administrators, what nuggets of advice would you share with these leaders?
9
3
4
72
Dana Schon retweeted
It’s #APWeek, April 4-8. Join us in celebrating the significant role assistant and associate principals and deans play in the success of schools. Thank you, APs! @NAESP @NASSP
3
2
17
In 2021-22 there were 38 female superintendents serving 42 districts now with 3 more 41 total which is significant increase from 18 my first year in 2015! @djschon @sai_iowa
There have been 45 superintendent openings in Iowa for the 22-23 school year so far. All of the final hiring decisions have been male superintendents, except for 3…so far. Of the 3 females, 2 were internal candidates. Just reporting data.
1
1
9
18?! Wow! Thank you for sharing this statistic. That increase is significant! 👏🏻
1
1
3
Dana Schon retweeted
Iowa's most recent National Superintendent Certification graduates recognized at #NCE2022. Congratulations to Laura Kacer of Johnston, Rich Powers of Bondurant-Farrar and Julie Trepa of Boone! nce.aasa.org/video-domenech-… @BFCSD @JohnstonCSD @JulieTrepa
2
8
1
37
Dana Schon retweeted
Thank you to mentors and mentees who were able to join us in recent meetings. We value the learning time!
1
2
14
Dana Schon retweeted
Let's celebrate the principalship! Hear a special message from Iowan Paul Wenger, @NAESP President:
It's #NationalPrincipalsMonth! @NAESP is celebrating principals for their dedication to their students and schools. Find programs and resources, graphics to share your principal pride, and a video from @NAESP president @PWPrincipal at naesp.org/NPM! #ThankAPrincipal
3
1
13
Replying to @sai_iowa
@sai_iowa @MarleyElevate @Mr_Bonjour @DHalupnik @Iowasupt great learning at Supt Mentor/Mentee meeting! @djschon @RoarkHorn
I’m honored to have the endorsement of @djschon for Permission to be Great. Dr. Schon serves as the Director of Professional Learning for @sai_iowa and has a strong passion for educator well-being. Learn more: tinyurl.com/p2bgreat. #permission2bgreat
3
18
Dana Schon retweeted
Congratulations to @CRSCHOOLS @noreencbush for receiving the Superintendent Award! aasa.org/WomensLeadership.as…
Congratulations to Women in School Leadership award winners, @noreencbush and @tanzy_kilcrease! #NCE2021 #AASA_WELL @HoraceMann
3
25
Dana Schon retweeted
Iowan recognized at the national level: @CRSCHOOLS Noreen Bush is finalist for @AASAHQ Women in School Leadership Superintendent Award aasa.org/content.aspx?id=451… Congratulations @noreencbush!
1
3
14
Dana Schon retweeted
Iowa is fortunate to have Kim Buryanek of @siouxcityschool as a new appointee to the national Future Ready Schools Advisory Board! Thank you @KBuryanek! futureready.org/
1
11
Dana Schon retweeted
Join Legal Services Director Matt Carver Tues., Sept. 22 at 9:30 a.m. for key legal and practical points to consider on COVID leave and more timely topics. members.sai-iowa.org/events/…
3
6
Dana Schon retweeted
I'm hearing from many parents of young children of the heroic work teachers and administrators are doing to make the start of this surreal school year feel special. I'm not surprised. Educators are heroes. And are often left to fix the messes of the rest of society.
432
7,399
775
38,559