IASP Advocacy Podcast 5.16.25

IASP Advocacy Podcast: Wrapping Up Our Legislative Series with Dr. Jane Bitting

We’re closing out our Voices from the Field – Legislative Perspectives podcast series with an elementary lens on the 2025 legislative session.

This week’s guest is Dr. Jane Bitting, Principal of Perry Hill Elementary School and IASP's next Vice President. Jane offers thoughtful reflections on how this year’s new laws are shaping the foundational years of education and what elementary principals should keep in mind moving forward.

In this episode, we explore:

• HEA 1498 – Accountability & Assessment: How changes in performance metrics and testing are impacting elementary schools.

• HEA 1634 – Advanced Math Placement: Why early math readiness matters and how elementary educators play a role in advanced pathways.

• SEA 482 – Absenteeism: The importance of early attendance interventions and building family partnerships to support consistent learning.

🎙️ Whether you're in an elementary setting or supporting educators across levels, this conversation brings timely insights and practical takeaways.

Thank you for following along with our series!