A Slice with 'Dice

Reflecting on a semester isn’t just about grades—it’s about growth, resilience, and setting meaningful goals. ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores how parents can guide students through …

For students navigating the stress of a deferral or waitlist decision, the Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI) can be a powerful tool to reignite hope. ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explor…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the concept of "exerting pressure" from Barry Conchie and Sarah Dalton's The Five Talents That Really Matter: How Great Leaders Drive Extraordinary P…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the concept of Microwins, introduced by Daron K. Roberts, and how it can revolutionize school leadership. By focusing on small, achievable victories,…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice unpacks the newly released Federal Strategic Plan for Advancing STEM Education and Cultivating STEM Talent and its implications for STEM school leaders. With …

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores how school administrators can apply the principles of Paul Graham's essay "Founder Mode" to their leadership practices. Originally a concept from the…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores how school leaders can develop a metaphorical thicker skin when facing public scrutiny, criticism, and the challenges of making tough, sometimes unpo…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice takes a deeper look at the evolution of STEM to STEAM and why it’s time to go even further. While the addition of the arts was a critical step in integrating …

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice delves into Joseph Renzulli's influential "three ring" model of giftedness, which defines giftedness as the intersection of above-average ability, creativity,…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores how school leaders can move beyond the ineffective mindset of "If everyone would just..." and instead focus on generating genuine buy-in for school i…

As the holiday season approaches, the pressure to accept every social invitation can feel overwhelming. In this episode, ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice dives into a fascinating study by Jul…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores  the hidden stress and anxiety high school seniors experience when asked about their college plans. While well-meaning, questions like "Where are you…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice dives into the Challenge Success 2024 Student Voices Report, which gathers insights from over 270,000 high school students across the United States. We explor…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the Stanford Challenge Success Survey of Adolescent Student Experiences, a powerful tool that helps schools gain a deeper understanding of their stud…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the often-overlooked early stages of the highly-selective college admissions process: the Awareness and Inquiry phases. While most students focus on …

In this episode, ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the future of Arkansas' creative economy—a powerful blend of arts, technology, and cultural innovation that has the potential to tra…

In this week's episode, ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the profound impact of pronoun choice on how messages are perceived, particularly in adversarial contexts. Drawing from recen…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the concept of "Your vibe sets your tribe," and how the energy you bring into the world shapes the people you surround yourself with. We discuss the …

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice challenges the conventional label of "highly-selective" colleges and universities and offers a more accurate term: "highly-rejective." We explore the impact o…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the metaphor of ducks gliding effortlessly on water to uncover the hidden struggles of gifted and talented high school students. While they may appea…