- Brad Vance Balch
Bayh College of Education, Dean's Office
Bayh College of Education, Educational Leadership
Brad.Balch@indstate.edu
Credentials
- Ph.D., Indiana State University, 1998.
Major: Educational Leadership
Dissertation Title: Principals' inclusive beliefs and degree of inclusive implementation in middle level schools in relation to teachers' perceptions of climate - M.A., Ball State University, 1985.
- B.S., Ball State University, 1984.
- Administrative Activities
- Licensures and Certifications
- Scholarship and Creative Activities
- Librarianship
- Grants, Contracts and Fellowship
- University and Community Service
- Awards and Honors
- Consulting
- Biography and Expertise
Administrative Activities
- Dean, Interim, College, approximately 2000 hours spent per year, Yes. (August 2021 - Present).
- Faculty Fellow, College, approximately 120 hours spent per year, Yes. (August 2015 - August 2020).
- Dean, College, Yes. (July 1, 2006 - June 30, 2013).
Licensures and Certifications
Scholarship and Creative Activities
Blog Post
- Balch, T. J., & Balch, B. V. (2020). Addressing the Whole Child with a Team Approach. http://www.solutiontree.com/blog/
- Balch, T. J., & Balch, B. V. (2019). Building Great Mental Health Professional-Teacher Teams..
- Monica, C., & Balch, B. V. (2015). Teacher evaluation: What gets measured gets done.. http://k12edleadershipatisu.blogspot.com/2015/04/teacher-evaluation-what-gets-measured.html
- Donlan, R. A., Gruenert, S., & Balch, B. V. (2014). Trash as an Independent Variable. Ed Leadership at ISU.
Book, Scholarly-New
- Balch, T. J., Oliver, B. M., Phelps, C. M., & Balch, B. V. (accepted). Building Great Human Service Professionals. In No. Solution Tree Inc.
- Balch, T. J., & Balch, B. V. (2019). Building Great Counselor – Administrator Teams: A Systematic Approach to Balancing Roles and Responsibilities.
- Balch, B. V. (2018). Building great school board–superintendent teams: A systematic approach to balancing roles and responsibilities.. Solution Tree.
- Balch, B. V. (2017). Building Great School Board-Superintendent Teams. Solution Tree.
Cited Research
- Gruenert, S., & Balch, B. V. (2016). When School Leaders Live in the Middle. Teachers College Record.
Conference Proceeding
- Roberts-Pittman, B. J., & Balch, B. V. (published). Leadership in times of crisis: The complex relationship of bullying and suicide. 1–13.
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Balch, B. V. (2019). Student discipline and school resource officers: When are Miranda rights involved?. Indiana Association of School Principals, 21(4), 8–9.
- Balch, B. V. (2019). Using handheld metal detectors: A magic want fo prevention or policy predicament?. Indiana Association of School Principals, 21(3), 8–9.
- Balch, B. V. (2019). When school safety, behavioral and mental health issues intersect: Implications for the school board-superintendent team. Indiana School Boards Association, 65(1), 38–43.
- Balch, B. V. (2018). The school board-superintendent team transformation: Effectively addressing today's demands. Indiana School Boards Association, 64(1), 24–26.
- Balch, B. V., & Danny, T. (2015). Seven strategies to cultivate strategic & sustainable PDS partnerships. PDS Partners, 10(2), 5 & 12.
- Roberts-Pittman, B. J., Slavens, J., & Balch, B. V. (2015). Too young to die: The complex relationship of bullying and suicide. The Illinois School Boards Journal, 83(1), 5–10.
- Bolinger, K. B., & Balch, B. V. (2014). Post Millennial Learner Characteristics. PDS Partners, 10(1), 9.
Journal Article, Professional Journal
- Balch, B. V. (2019). Concealed-carry permit holders and guns in schools: Should educators carry guns in schools?. Indiana Association of School Principals, 21(5), 15.
- Grimes, R., McCaffrey, K., & Balch, B. V. (2014). Positive behavior support in an urban middle school: Schoolwide commitment is the key to a successful PBS program. Association for Middle Level Education, 2(4), 36–39.
Monograph
- Kiger, S. J., & Balch, B. V. (2007). Democracy and Civic Engagement: Implications for Teacher Education. AASCU.
Newspaper
- Wasicsko, M., & Balch, B. V. (2014, March 3). A tale of two deans. Published. chronicle.com/article/A-Tale-of-2-Deans/145081/.
- Balch, B. V. (2014, February 23). We need to restore trust and respect in public schools. A23.
Other
- Balch, B. V., & Gruenert, S. (2013). A new era of accountability is forthcoming for higher education: Vol. 11 (3rd ed., p. 14). Education Policy Brief.
Presentations
- Balch, T. J., Balch, B. V., NAPDS 2022 National Conference,, "Building Capacity to Deal with Anxiety and Stress in Our Schools," Chicago, IL. (February 2022).
- Balch, T. J., Balch, B. V., "School Counselor-Principal Relationships & Support for an Effective Team," Springtown Independent School District, Virtual. (2021).
- Balch, T. J., Balch, B. V., Indiana Association of School Principals, "Building Capacity to Effectively Deal with Grief & Loss in Our Schools.," Indianapolis, IN. (November 2021).
- Balch, T. J., Balch, B. V., NAPDS 2021 National Conference, "Building Capacity to Effectively Deal with Grief & Loss in Our Schools." (March 2021).
- Balch, T. J. (Presenter), Balch, B. V., National Association of Professional Development Schools 2020 Conference, "Counselor-Informed PDS School: Student Behavior Lessons Learned from Human Services Professionals," National Association of Professional Development Schools, Atlantic City, NJ. (February 2020).
- Balch, B. V., Balch, T. J. (Presenter), Fall Professionals Conference, "Strategies for Improved Parent/Guardian Engagement," Indiana Association of School Principals, Indianapolis, IN. (November 2019).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Fall Professionals Conference, "Teacher Coaching to Fuel Retention, Productivity, and Improved Student Success.," Indiana Association of School Principals, Indianapolis, IN. (November 2019).
- Balch, T. J., Balch, B. V., West Central Superintendent Study Council, "Building Great Teams," St. Louis, MO. (June 2019).
- Balch, B. V., Indiana School Boards and Superintendents Fall Conference, "Leadership for Superintendent-School Board Teams," Indiana School Boards Association and Indiana Association of School Superintendents, Indianapolis IN. (November 29, 2018).
- Balch, T. J., Balch, B. V., AdvancEd State Conference, "Strategies for Improved Student Engagement," Indianapolis, IN. (September 2018).
- Balch, B. V., School Board Candidate Academy, "So you want to be a school board member?," Jacksonville Public Education Fund, Jacksonville FL. (June 2018).
- Balch, B. V., National School Boards Association Annual Conference, "Building Great School Board-Superintendent Teams," National School Boards Association, San Antonio TX. (April 8, 2018).
- Balch, B. V., National Association of Professional Development Schools 2017 Conference, "Understanding Change to Advance PDS Partnerships," National Association of Professional Development Schools, Washington DC. (March 2017).
- Balch, B. V., . Indiana School Boards Association (ISBA) Annual Fall Conference, "The Superintendent-School Board Team: Effectively Balancing Roles and Responsibilities for Successful Governance," . Indiana School Boards Association, Indianapolis IN. (September 2016).
- Balch, T. J., Balch, B. V., AdvancED Indiana 2016 Fall Conference, "So you want to be a lead evaluator?," AdvancED Indiana, Indianapolis IN. (September 12, 2016).
- Balch, B. V., Panel Discussion on Program Prioritizaton, "Best Practices and Outcomes of Program Prioritization," Northern IL University, DeKalb, IL. (October 2015).
- Balch, B. V., TECSCU 2015 Fall Conference, "Transitions in the Lifecycle of the Deanship That Ensures Effective Succession Planning," Teacher Education Council of State Colleges and Universities, San Antonio, TX. (October 2015).
- Balch, B. V., . Indiana School Boards Association (ISBA) Annual Fall Conference, "Data Rich and Analysis Poor: How Districts Can Put Their Data to Work for Improved Teaching and Learning," Indiana School Boards Association, Indianapolis IN. (September 2015).
- Balch, B. V., AdvancED Indiana 2015 Fall Conference, "Strategic Planning for Continuous School Improvement," AdvancED Indiana, Indianapolis IN. (September 2015).
- Corey, N. R. (Presenter), Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Association of Teacher Educators Annual Meeting, "Action Research Using Distance Education vis the Blackboard Platform," Association of Teacher Educators, Phoenix, AZ. (February 2015).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), O'Neil, R. (Presenter), Indiana Association of School Principals Fall Assistant Principals Conference, "The Counselor-Administrator: Essential Roles That Support Student Achievement," Indiana Association of School Principals, Indianapolis, IN. (November 2014).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Monahan, B. J. (Presenter), AdvancED Fall Indiana Conference, "Leadership Essentials for Continuous School Improvement," AdvancED Indiana, Indianapolis, IN. (September 2014).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Roberts-Pittman, B. J. (Presenter), Younker, B. (Presenter), Indiana School Boards Association Fall Conference, "Those Defining Moments in Leadership – Strategies and Tips for Handling Crisis Situations," Indiana School Boards Association, Indianapolis, IN. (September 2014).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents Regional Meeting, "AdvancED…NCA? Who we are, What we do, and Why it matters," Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents, Plainfield, IN. (April 2014).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), National Association of Professional Development Schools 2014 National Conference, "Seven Strategies to Create Strategic and Sustainable Partnerships," National Association of Professional Development Schools, Las Vegas, NV. (March 2014).
- Bolinger, K. B. (Author & Presenter), Balch, B. V. (Author & Presenter), AACTE Annual Conference, "Clinical Expereinces that Cultivate Strategic and Sustainable Partnerships," AACTE, Indianapolis. (March 2, 2014).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), AACTE Annual Meeting, "Clinical Experiences That Cultivate Strategic and Sustainable Partnerships," American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, Indianapolis, IN. (February 2014).
- Corey, N. R. (Presenter), Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Association of Teacher Educators Annual Meeting, "The Value of Action Research in Teacher Education Programs," Association of Teacher Educators, St. Louis, MO. (February 2014).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Ballard, L. (Presenter), Indiana Association of School Principals Fall Assistant Principals Conference, "Leading Learning for Continuous School Improvement," Indiana Association of School Principals, Indianapolis, IN. (November 2013).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Ballard, L. (Presenter), Indiana Association of School Principals Fall Professionals Conference, "Leading Learning for Continuous School Improvement," Indiana Association of School Principals, Indianapolis, IN. (November 2013).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Dickel, T. (Presenter), AdvancED Fall Indiana Conference, "The Impact of an Influx of Participants in Indiana’s School Choice Scholarship Program on Non-Public Schools.," AdvancED Indiana, Indianapolis, IN. (October 2013).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Hanna, J. (Presenter), AdvancED Fall Indiana Conference, "Vision-Mission Development: How Constancy of Purpose Supports System-Wide Accreditation and Continuous Improvement," AdvancED Indiana, Indianapolis, IN. (October 2013).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Hanna, J. (Presenter), Indiana School Boards Association Fall Conference, "Vision-Mission Development: How Constancy of Purpose Supports System-Wide Accreditation and Continuous Improvement," Indiana School Boards Association, Indianapolis, IN. (September 2013).
- Balch, B. V. (Presenter), Goeller, K. (Presenter), Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Speaker Series, "Indiana’s P-20 Assessment System," Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Terre Haute, IN. (May 2013).
- Bolinger, K. B. (Author & Presenter), Balch, B. V. (Author & Presenter), Professional Development Schools national Conference, "Preparing Teachers for the Post Millenial Classroom," NAPDS, New Orleans. (February 2013).
- Balch, B. V., Libler, R. W., PDS National Conference, "We Believe...In the "PD" in Professional Development Schools!," Professional Development, Daytona Beach, FL. (March 2009).
- Balch, B. V., V. C. S. C., AACTE, "A Developing Leader Institute: Linking the Practitioner to Theory," AACTE, Chicago, IL. (February 2009).
- Gruenert, S., Balch, B. V., Goeller, K., AACTE National Conference, "Developing a Partnership between the University and Public School," AACTE, Chicago. (February 2009).
- Balch, B. V., American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, "Making Initiatives Work: What to Do When Leadership Changes," AACTE, Chicago, IL. (February 2009).
- Balch, B. V., Ballard, L., Conference for Developing a National Accreditation System for Higher Education in Morocco, "The Importance of Allignment among Primary, Secondary and Higher Education," Rabat, Morocco, Rabat, Morocco. (February 2009).
- Kiger, S. J., Quatroche, D. J., Libler, R. W., Balch, B. V., S. M., AACTE 61st Annual Meeting, "Making Initiatives Work: What to Do When Leadership Changes," American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education, Chicago, IL. (February 6, 2009).
- Balch, B. V., "Leading Learning in a School and District," Twin Lakes School Corporation, Monticello, IN. (January 2009).
- Gruenert, S., Balch, B. V., NCA Regional Conference, "School and University Partnerships." (2008).
- Balch, B. V., Myers, S., Daniel, L., Teacher Education Council of State Colleges and Universities Fall Conference, TECSCU, University of North Florida. (October 2008).
- Balch, B. V., "Lab School: Standing the Test of Time," Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Terre Haute, IN. (September 2008).
- Balch, B. V., Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Indiana State University, ISU. (September 2008).
- Balch, B. V., "Evaluating School Board Effectiveness," Indiana School Boards Association Summer Board Academy, Indianapolis, IN. (July 2008).
- Balch, B. V., Indiana School Boards Association Summer Board Academy, "Evaluating School Board Effectiveness," Indiana School Boards Association. (July 2008).
- Balch, B. V., Conference for Developing a National Accreditation System for Higher Education in Morocco, "Accreditation for the 21st Century: The AdvancEd Process," Terre Haute, IN. (April 2008).
- Balch, B. V., Indiana Association of School Principals Spring Conference, "Aspiring Leaders: It’s all about student success and improved student achievement," Indianapolis, IN. (April 2008).
- Balch, B. V., Libler, R. W., Professional Development Schools National Conference, "Keeping the Relationship Alive and Well: Revitalized Partnerships After 15 Years," Orlando, FL. (April 2008).
- Balch, B. V., Conference for the Department of Higher Education, Training and Scientific Research, "Evaluation and Accreditation Systems in the United States," Rabat, Morocco. (February 2008).
- Balch, B. V., Goeller, K., Lisby, M., Newport, M., Fears, T., Indiana Principal Leadership Academy, "Linking Students from Middle School to High School with Effective Transition Strategies for Linking Students with Success," Indiana Principal Leadership Academy, Indianapolis, IN. (January 2008).
- Balch, B. V., Indiana School Boards Association Leadership Seminar, "Building Consensus: The Ethnical Foundation Behind Speaking with One Voice," ISBA, Indianapolis, IN. (January 2008).
- Balch, B. V., Kiger, S. J., Indiana Principal Leadership Academy, "Leading with the Stars," Indiana Principals Assn, Indianapolis, IN. (January 28, 2008).
- Balch, B. V., Best Practices Learning Symposium for PK-12 Teachers/Administrators, "How to Make Difficult Decisions in Schools," Crawfordsville, IN. (November 2007).
- Balch, B. V., Best Practices Learning Symposium for PK-12 Teachers/Administrators, "Instructional Leadership That Makes a Difference: 21 Proven Strategies," Crawfordsville, IN. (November 2007).
- Balch, B. V., Best Practices Learning Symposium for PK-12 Teachers/Administrators, "Leading Learning in a School or District," Crawfordsville, IN. (November 2007).
- Balch, B. V., Boyer, M. C., Collins, D. E., Ganapathy-Coleman, H., Sperry, L. L., Meeting of the President's Commission on the Enhancement of Diversity Resources, Indiana State University, "A committment to cultural responsiveness: Organizing a cultural audit," Indiana State University, Indiana State University. (November 15, 2007).
- Balch, B. V., Perry Township School District Town Hall Meeting, "Are You Ready for a Town-Hall Meeting? Guidelines for Communities and School Boards," Perry Township, Indianapolis, IN. (October 2007).
- Balch, B. V., Balch, T., The Education Trust's National Center for Transforming School Counseling Summer Academy, "The Counselor/Administrator Team: Moving Beyond Role Confusion Towards Student Achievement," The Education Trust's National Center for Transforming School Counseling Summer Academy, Portland, OR. (May 2007).
- Balch, B. V., Seminar for the Department of Higher Education, Training and Scientific Research, Rabat, Morocco, "Accreditation and Quality Assurance in Education: Overview from a College Perspective," Rabat, Morocco, Rabat, Morocco. (March 2007).
- Balch, B. V., Vigo County School Board Administrators, "Transformational Decision Making for School Leaders," Vigo County School Corporation, Terre Haute, IN. (December 2006).
- Gruenert, S., Balch, B. V., NCA National Conference, "Leadership that Fosters Student Achievement." (2006).
- Gruenert, S., Balch, B. V., NCA Regional Conference, "Raising School Climate in a High-Stakes Era." (2006).
- Balch, B. V., Indiana Association of School Principals Fall Conference, "Creating a Positive School Environment Through Comprehensive School Reform," IASP, Indianapolis, IN. (November 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Gruenert, S., North Central Association Indiana Fall Conference, "School Climate in the Era of High Stakes Testing," NCA, Indianapolis, IN. (October 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Hanna, J., Indiana School Boards Association Annual Fall Conference, "How Can Boards Focus on Student Achievement?," ISBA, Indianapolis, IN. (September 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Vigo County School Corporation, "The Board-Administrative Team," VCSC, Terre Haute, IN. (May 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Central Indiana Education Service Center, "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana's School Leaders," Central Indiana Education Service Center, Indianapolis, IN. (April 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Gruenert, S., North Central Association: Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement 2006 Annual Meeting, "School Leadership and Student Achievement: Instructional Leadership That Works!," NCA, Chicago, IL. (April 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Randall L. Tobias Center for Leadership Excellence Multi-Sector Forum, "Preparing School Leaders--New Designs for a New Time," IUPUI, Indianapolis, IN. (April 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Turkey Run School Corporation, "The Key Work of Teams," Turkey Run School Corporation, Marshall, IN. (April 2006).
- Balch, B. V., South Vermillion Community School Corporation, "The Key Work of Teams," South Vermillion Community School Corporation, Clinton, IN. (March 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Hanna, J., American Association of School Administrators, "Bad Apple Improvement: A Focused Teacher Evaluation System," AASA, San Diego, CA. (February 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Seymour Community Schools, "District Accreditation: The Board/Administrative Team," Seymour Community Schools, Seymour, IN. (February 2006).
- Balch, B. V., American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, "The Values-Infused, University-School District Partnership: Expanded Meaning and Intentionality," AACTE, San Diego, CA. (January 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Kiger, S. J., Fountain Central High School, "Instructional Methods and Assessment Strategies for Success," Fountain Central High School, Veedersburg, IN. (January 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Indiana School Board Association's Winter Academy, "What Makes an Effective School Board?," ISBA, Indianapolis, IN. (January 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Region 3 Service Center, "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana's School Leaders," Regtion 3 Service Center, Jasper, IN. (January 2006).
- Balch, B. V., Turkey Run Community School Corporation, "Effective Governance: The Board-Administrative Team," Turkey Run Community School Corporation, Marshall, IN. (January 2006).
- Gruenert, S., Balch, B. V., NCA Regional Conference, "Leadership that Fosters Student Achievement." (2005).
- Balch, B. V., Sycamore Educators Day, "Instructional Leadership for English/Language Arts That Works!," Indiana State University-College of Education, Terre Haute, IN. (November 2005).
- "An Assessment of Organizational Capacity to Change," North Central Association, Indianapolis, IN. (October 28, 2005).
- Pies, H., Balch, B., Kiger, S., IASCD Fall Conference, "Seamless Transitions in Vigo County," Indiana Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development, Indianapolis IN. (October 25, 2005).
- "Administrator-Counselor Collaboration: School Improvement Essentials," North Central Association, Indianapolis, IN. (October 20, 2005).
- Balch, B., Gruenert, S., North Central Association's Indiana Fall Conference, "Administrative Leadership and Student Achievement: Instructiional Leadership That Works," NCA-CASI, Indianapolis. (October 7, 2005).
- Balch, B. V., The Wallace Foundation and the Indiana Wallace State Team, "A Consortium of School-University Partnerships: Implications for Strengthening Administrative Preparation Programs," Indianapolis IN. (September 2005).
- Balch, B., Division of Professional Standards Statewide Meeting, "Strengthening Administrative Preparation Programs," Indiana Department of Education, Indianapolis IN. (September 21, 2005).
- "Experiential Advice from Veteran Administrators: The Challenges of Service," Indiana School Boards Association, Indianapolis, IN. (August 15, 2005).
- Balch, B. V., Indiana Professional Standards Board and School-University Stakeholders, "School-University Partnerships: Implications For Strengthening Administrative Preparation Programs," Butler University, Indianapolis IN. (April 2005).
- Balch, B. V., Northwest Indiana Service Center, "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana’s School Leaders," Highland IN. (April 2005).
- Balch, B., Faculty-Administrative Retreat, "Organizational and Individual Behavior: Team Implications," Prosser School of Technology, New Albany IN. (April 9, 2005).
- Balch, B. V., Southern Hills Superintendents’ Study Council, "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana’s School Leaders," Bedford IN. (March 2005).
- Balch, B. V., "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana’s School Leaders," Indianapolis Public Schools, Indianapolis, IN. (February 2005).
- Balch, B. V., "School Leadership: Implications For Student Achievement," Fayette County School Corporation, Connersville, IN. (February 2005).
- Balch, B. V., "Effective Governance: The Board-Administrative Team," South Vermillion School Corporation, Clinton, IN. (January 2005).
- Balch, B. V., "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana’s School Leaders," Indiana University, Kokomo, IN. (January 2005).
- Balch, B. V., "School-University Partnerships: Implications For Strengthening AdministrativePreparation Programs," Indiana Department of Education and School-University Stakeholders, Indianapolis, IN. (January 2005).
- Balch, B., School Leader's Mentor Training, "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana's School Leaders," Indiana Department of Education, Kokomo IN. (January 18, 2005).
- Balch, B. V., "Team Building – The Key to Effective Schools," Southeast Fountain Community School Corporation, Veedersburg, IN. (December 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Governance Model Development – Pathway to Success!," Rossville Consolidated School District Board, Administration and Key Stakeholders, Rossville, IN. (November 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Instructional Leadership for K-12 Mathematics That Works!," Indiana State University-College of Education, Indiana State University. (November 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Transition from Rules 46-47 to Rules 2002: Induction Implications," West Central Educational Service Center Superintendent Governing Board, Greencastle, IN. (November 2004).
- "Instructional Leadership for K-12 Mathematics That Works!," Sycamore Educator's Day - Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN. (November 12, 2004).
- Balch, B. V., North Central Association Indiana Fall Conference, "Administrator-Counselor Collaboration: School Improvement Essentials," Indianapolis, IN. (October 2004).
- Balch, B. V., North Central Association Indiana Fall Conference, "An Assessment of Organizational Capacity to Change," Indianapolis, IN. (October 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana’s School Leaders," Purdue University Calumet, Hammond, IN. (September 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana’s School Leaders," Region 3 Service Center, Jasper, IN. (September 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana’s School Leaders," Region 8 Service Center, Fort Wayne, IN. (September 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana’s School Leaders," Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN. (September 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana’s School Leaders," Washington Township School Corporation, Indianapolis, IN. (September 2004).
- Balch, B. V., Board Member Leadership Seminar, "Experiential Advice From Veteran School Board Members: The Challenges of Service in a New Era of Accountability," Indiana School Boards Association, Indianapolis, IN. (August 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Team Building – The Key to Effective Schools," New Harmony School Corporation, Harmony, IN. (August 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana’s School Leaders," Indiana Professional Standards Board, Indianapolis, IN. (May 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Team Building – The Key to Effective School Governance," South Central Indiana Study Council, Mooresville, IN. (April 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Mentoring New Administrators: Developing Indiana’s School Leaders," Indiana Professional Standards Board, Indianapolis, IN. (March 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Transformational Decision-Making and Theory," National School Boards Association, Orlando, FL. (March 2004).
- "Entitutional Decision Making and Theory," National School Boards Association, Orlando, FL. (March 15, 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Indiana’s Continuing Education – Administrators’ Professional Growth Plans," School City of Hobart, Hobart, IN. (February 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Mentor Training for the 2003-2004 School Year," Indiana Professional Standards Board, External School Leaders Committee, Indianapolis, IN. (February 2004).
- Balch, B. V., "Report and Result of Indiana’s Administrative Licensure Pilots," Indiana Professional Standards Board, Indianapolis, IN. (January 2004).
- Balch, B. V., Gruenert, S., Winterfest Conference on Experiential Learning, "Assessing Successful Experiential Learning: Moving Beyond a Competency-Based Internship," Indiana State University, Indiana State University. (January 2004).
- "Assessing Successful Experiential Learning: Moving Beyond a Competency-Based Internship," Winterfest 2004, Indiana State University. (January 22, 2004).
- "Report and Results of Indiana's Administrative Licensure Pilots," Indiana Professional Standards Board, Indianapolis, IN. (January 13, 2004).
- Gruenert, S., Balch, B. V., Whitaker, T. C., Evansville Catholic Diocese, "Administrative Internship." (2003).
- Gruenert, S., Balch, B. V., North Central Association Indiana Fall Conference, "How to Assess it for School Improvement." (2003).
- Gruenert, S., Balch, B. V., North Central Association Indiana Fall Conference, "Organizational Culture." (2003).
- Balch, B. V., "Implementing No Child Left Behind Legislation – The Effective Administrator," Northwest Indiana Superintendents Study Council, Chicago, IL. (November 2003).
- Balch, B. V., Indiana Association of School Principals Fall Conference, "Leadership Excellence Through Entitutional Decision-Making," Indianapolis, IN. (November 2003).
- Balch, B. V., "Indiana School Finance – From Equity to Adequacy," Phi Delta Kappa-Indiana State University Chapter, Terre Haute, IN. (November 2003).
- Balch, B. V., "Indiana’s Continuing Education – Administrators’ Professional Growth Plans," Indiana Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, Indianapolis, IN. (November 2003).
- Balch, B. V., Sycamore Educators Day, "Instructional Leadership for K-12 Mathematics That Works!," Indiana State University-School of Education, Indiana State University. (November 2003).
- "Indiana's Continuing Education -- Administrator's Professional Growth Plans," Indiana Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, Indianapolis, IN. (November 17, 2003).
- "Leadership Excellence Through Entitutional Decision-Making," Indiana Association of School Principals, Indianapolis, IN. (November 17, 2003).
- "Instructional Leadership for K-12 Mathematics That Works," ELAF 683 students - Fall 2003, Sycamore Educators Day. (November 15, 2003).
- "Implementing No Child Left Behind Legislation 00 The Effective Administrator," Northwest Indiana Superintendents Study Council, Chicago, IL. (November 7, 2003).
- "Indiana School Finance -- From Equity to Adequacy," Phi Delta Kappa, Terre Haute. (November 5, 2003).
- Balch, B. V., Kiger, S. J., . Association for Supervision and CurriculumDevelopment’s (ASCD) Conference on Teaching and Learning, "Project GEMS – Finding Success for all Freshmen Students," Philadelphia, PA. (October 2003).
- Balch, B. V., North Central Association Indiana Fall Conference, "Leadership Excellence Through Entitutional Decision-Making," Indianapolis, IN. (October 2003).
- Balch, B. V., Gruenert, S., North Central Association Indiana Fall Conference, "Organizational Culture and How to Assess It for School Improvement," Indianapolis, IN. (October 2003).
- Balch, B. V., Kiger, S. J., North Central Association Indiana Fall Conference, "Rigorous Academic Experiences for High School Freshmen," Indianapolis, IN. (October 2003).
- "Project GEMS -- Finding Success for all Freshment Students," Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Philadelphia, PA. (October 17, 2003).
- "Rigorous Academic Experiences for High School Freshmen," North Central Association, Indianapolis, IN. (October 7, 2003).
- "Leadership Excellence Through Entitutional Decision-Making," North Central Association, Indianapolis, IN. (October 6, 2003).
- "Organizational Culture and How to Assess It for School Improvement," North Central Association, Indianapolis, IN. (October 6, 2003).
- Balch, B. V., Annual Fall Conference, "School Leaders – Who Is Training Them; What Will They Look Like In The Future?," Indianapolis, IN. (September 2003).
- Balch, B. V., "Licensure Recommendations for Induction and Professional Development – Study andLiterature Findings," Indiana Professional Standards Board, External School Leaders Committee, Indianapolis, IN. (September 2003).
- "Licensure Recommendations for Induction and Professional Development -- Study and Literature Findings," Indiana Professional Standards Board, Indianapolis, IN. (September 27, 2003).
- "School Leaders -- Who is Training Them; What will They Look Like In The Future?," Indiana School Boards Association, Indianapolis, IN. (September 22, 2003).
- "Leading in a Time of Crisis," Center for Educational Leadership, Purdue University-Calumet. (June 17, 2003).
- Balch, B. V., "School Counselor Administrative Eligibility in Indiana," Indiana Professional Standards Board, External School Leaders Committee, Indianapolis, IN. (May 2003).
- Balch, B. V., 2003 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting, "Recruitment, Retention and Professional Development of School Leaders – A Policy Perspective," Chicago, IL. (April 2003).
- "High School Honors Banquet," Southeast Fountain Comm Sch Corp, Fountain Central High School. (April 22, 2003).
- "The Recruitment, Retention and Professional Development of School Leaders -- A Policy Perspective," American Educational Research Association, Chicago, IL. (April 21, 2003).
- "High School Senior Honors Banquet," Decatur Twp Sch Corp, Decatur High School. (April 17, 2003).
- Balch, B. V., Indiana Promise Consortium, "Summary of the Recruitment, Retention and Professional Development Findings of Indiana School Leaders," Indiana Department of Education, Indianapolis, IN. (March 2003).
- "A Summary of the Recruitment, Retention and Professional Development Findings of Indiana School Leaders," Indiana Promise Consortium, Indianapolis, IN. (March 18, 2003).
- "A Promise for Indiana School Leaders," Indiana Association of School Principals, District I, Hammond, IN. (February 28, 2003).
- "Stress Predictors in Public School District-Level Administration," American Association of School Administrators, New Orleans, LA. (February 21, 2003).
- "Culture and How to Assess It," Winterfest Conference on College Teaching, Indiana State University. (February 17, 2003).
- Gruenert, S., Balch, B. V., Winterfest 2003, Indiana State University, "Applying Classroom Culture to Experiential Learning," Indiana State University, Indiana State University. (January 2003).
- "Educational Leadership for the 21st Century: A Keystone for Quality Indiana Schools," Indiana Governor's Round Table, Indianapolis, IN. (December 5, 2002).
- "Leadership Beyond the Classroom: New Standards and Licenses for School Administrators," Sycamore Educators Day, Indiana State University. (November 16, 2002).
- "A Promise of Professional Development for Indiana School Leaders," North Central Association, Indianapolis. (September 23, 2002).
- "District Accreditation -- Aligning Greatness," North Central Association, Indianapolis. (September 23, 2002).
- "The Literature, Policy & Study Findings for the Recruitment, Retention & Professional Development of School Leaders," Indiana Promise Consortium, Indianapolis, IN. (July 21, 2002).
- "The Recruitment, Retention and Professional Development of Indiana School Leaders," Indiana Promise Consortium, Indiana Department of Education - Indianapolis. (May 20, 2002).
- "Indiana School Leaders Induction Pilot Program," Indiana Professional Standards Board External Committee, Indiana Government Center - Indianapolis. (January 24, 2002).
- "What Junior Faculty Don't Learn in Graduate School about Distance Teaching and Need to Know," Winterfest, Indiana State University. (January 17, 2002).
- Balch, B. V., Indiana Promise Consortium, "Survey of Practicing Administrators," Indianapolis, IN. (September 2001).
- Balch, B. V., Principal Internship Seminar, "Standards Based Principal Interviews," Indiana State University-School of Education, Indiana State University. (December 1999).
- Balch, B. V., Contemporary IssuesConference, "Principal Beliefs and Perceptions of Inclusion in the Middle School," Indiana State University-School of Education, Indiana State University. (June 1998).
Librarianship
Grants, Contracts and Fellowship
- Balch, B. V. (Co-Principal), Harper, J. S. (Co-Principal), Maynard, C. J. (Co-Principal), "The MBA in Education Leadership," Sponsored by Woodrow Wilson and the Lilly Foundation, Indiana State University, $500,000.00. (May 2015 - August 2021).
- Jones, E. (Principal), Brown, E. M., Thacker, D. K., Balch, B. V., Sauer, T., Hampton, E. M., "Numeracy and Quantitative Literacy across Teacher Education," Sponsored by Academy for Educational Development, $9,970.00. (2007 - 2008).
University and Community Service
Attendee, Graduation
- Attendee, Graduation, Spring Commencement. (May 2015).
- Attendee, Graduation, Winter Commencement. (December 2014).
Chair
- Chair, Graduate Student Affairs Sub-Committee of Graduate Council. (September 2016 - May 2017).
- Chair, University External Relations Search Committee. (2008).
- Chair, Indiana NCA CASI Director Search Committee. (2003 - 2004).
Faculty Mentor
- Faculty Mentor, Leadership ISU. (August 2014 - June 2017).
Guest Speaker
- Guest Speaker, Facilitator for the Dept. of Earch & Environ. Systems Spring Retreat. (April 2016).
Member
- Member, University Goal 3 Strategic Planning Committee. (August 2016 - August 2019).
- Member, University Sequicentennial Champions of Diversity Sub-Committee. (January 2013 - August 2019).
- Member, University Sequicentennial Fundraising Sub-Committee. (January 2013 - August 2019).
- Member, University Sequicentennial Planning Committee. (January 2013 - August 2019).
- Member, University Sequicentennial Reunions Sub-Committee. (January 2013 - August 2019).
- Member, University Discrimination Appeals Board. (January 2015 - 2018).
- Member, University Title IX Committee. (2015 - 2016).
- Member, University's Classroom of Tomorrow Steering Committee. (August 2014 - May 2015).
- Member, University Accreditation Leadership Committee. (2007 - 2013).
- Member, Sycamore Community Leadership Award Selection Committee. (2008).
- Member, University External Relations Search Committee. (2008).
- Member, NCAA Certification Steering Committee Member. (2007 - 2008).
- Member, Alumni Association Executive Director Search Committee. (2007).
- Member, University Presidential Search Committee. (2007).
- Member, Graduate School Master Planning Committee. (2005).
Other
- Facilitator, Strategic Planning. (July 2019 - Present).
- Facilitator, Facilitator for the College of Health and Human Services – Conflict Resolution and Management. (March 2019 - August 2019).
- Interviewed prospective students for scholarships, President's Scholarship Interviewer. (February 2015).
- Member, Provost's Advisory Committee. (2006 - 2013).
- Member, College of Education Administrative Council. (2002 - 2013).
- Member, University Entrepreneurial Team. (2006 - 2012).
- Other, ISU, Morocco. (2008).
- Member, University Chair's Council. (June 2002 - June 2008).
- Other, College of Allied Health Sciences Dean's Search. (2007).
- Other, College of Arts & Sciences Distinguished Professor Selection Committee. (2007).
- Member, College of Business Dean's Search Committee. (2006 - 2007).
- Other, International Delegation from ISU to Morocco's Higher Education Ministry. (March 2007).
- Member, International Delegation from ISU to Morocco's Universite Hassan II--Mohammedia. (2006).
- Member, University Task Force on Prioritization of Academic Programs. (2005 - 2006).
- Member, University Research Committee. (January 2004 - January 2006).
- Department Chair, School of Graduate Studies. (June 2005 - September 2005).
- Member, NCATE SAf. (September 2004 - August 2005).
- Member, School of Education Library Committee. (August 2002 - August 2005).
- Department Chair, SOGS Grad. Fac. Comm. (September 2004 - June 2005).
- Officer, Other Officer, Department Educational Administration Faculty Search Committee. (October 2004 - March 2005).
- Officer, Other Officer, Teacher Quality Enhancement Grant - School Leadership. (September 2003 - September 2004).
- Member, Teacher Quality Enhancement Grant, ISU, Project Advisory Board. (September 2003 - September 2004).
- Member, Developing Leadership Skills as a Department Chair Learning Community. (August 2003 - June 2004).
- Member, Special Education Faculty Search Committee. (October 2003 - April 2004).
- Officer, Other Officer, Indiana NCA CASI Director Search Committee. (October 2003 - March 2004).
- Member, Alliance for Servant Leadership, Academic Activities Sub-Committee. (July 2002 - June 2003).
University Senate Service
- University Senate Service, Faculty Affairs Committee. (August 2014 - May 2015).
Uncategorized
- University Grievance Mediator. (2016 - Present).
- University Graduate Student Affairs Committee. (2015 - 2016).
- Strategic Planning Committee for Community Engagement. (September 2015 - January 2016).
- President’s Council on Sustainability. (2008 - 2015).
- Homecoming 2015 Parade Grand Marshal. (October 2015).
- College of Business Motorsports Advisory Board. (2008 - May 2013).
- Sycamore Community Leadership Award Selection Committee. (2008).
- University Sustainability Workgroup. (2008).
- University Chair’s Council. (2002 - 2008).
- Graduate Council standing committee for Graduate Faculty Status. (2004 - 2005).
- University Research Committee. (2004 - 2005).
- Indiana State University Law Conference. (2002 - 2005).
- Unit Assessment System (UAS). (2002 - 2005).
- Indiana Professional Standards Board External Committee. (2000 - 2005).
- University Action Committee Member for Credit Outreach. (2004).
- University Committee on Evaluation of Deans. (2004).
- Alliance for Servant Leadership, Academic Activities Sub-Committee. (2002 - 2003).
Awards and Honors
- President's Medallion Recipient. (May 2020).
- Swope Art Museum Board of Managers, Swope Art Museum. (July 1, 2017).
- Senior Advisor to the Superintendent of Public Instruction, Indiana Department of Education. (November 2016).
- Affiliate Faculty. (February 2016).
- 2015 Parade Grand Marshal. (October 2015).
- MBA Education Faculty Fellow. (May 2015).
- Dean Emeritus. (July 2013).
- Indiana Association of School Principals President's Award. (December 2012).
- Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Honor Society. (May 15, 2009).
- Appreciation Award, Counseling Psychology Student Organization (Indiana State University). (2008).
- Appreciation Award, Counseling Psychology Student Organization (Indiana State University). (2008).
- Appreciation Award, International Affairs Center (Indiana State University). (2008).
- TECSCU Region III Representative, TECSCU (Professional Organization). (2008).
- Cunningham Memorial Library Authors' & Artists Honoree, Cunningham Memorial Library (Indiana State University). (2007).
- ISBA Awards Program Recipient, Indiana School Boards Association (Professional Organization). (2007).
- J. Fred Swalls Educational Administration Award, Indiana State University. (May 15, 1996).
Consulting
- Government, South Bend School Corporation, South Bend, IN. (January 1, 2019 - Present).
- Government, Vigo County School Corporation, Terre Haute, IN. (January 2006 - Present).
- Vigo County School Corporation, Terre Haute, IN. (June 2003 - Present).
- Academic, Monmouth College, Monmouth, IL. (December 2020 - May 2020).
- Government, Duneland School Corporation, Chesterton, IN. (January 2020 - May 2020).
- Government, Baugo Community School Corporation, Elkhart, IN. (January 2020).
- Government, Eastern Pulaski School Corporation, Winimac, IN. (January 2020).
- Government, MSD of Wayne Township, Indianapolis, IN. (November 2019).
- Government, Switzerland County School Corporation, Vevay IN. (April 1, 2019 - August 25, 2019).
- Government, Whitley County Consolidated Schools, Columbia City, IN. (February 1, 2019 - February 21, 2019).
- Government, South Vermillion School Corporation, Clinton, IN. (January 5, 2018 - June 23, 2018).
- For Profit Organization, Indiana School Boards Association, Indianapolis, IN. (November 1, 2017 - April 23, 2018).
- Government, Paoli Comm. School Corp., Paoli IN. (July 2017).
- Government, Cloverdale Comm. Sch. Corp., Cloverdale In. (February 2017).
- Government, Tri Twp. School Corp., Wanatah, IN. (December 2016).
- Government, Frankfort School Corporation, Frankfort, IN. (June 2015).
- Government, Bloomfield School Corporation, Bloomfield, IN. (April 2015 - June 2015).
- Academic, Vigo County School Corporation, Terre Haute, IN. (August 2012 - May 2015).
- Government, Frontier School Corporation, Chalmers, IN. (February 2015).
- Academic, West Chester Univesity, West Chester, Pennsylvania. (March 2014 - June 2014).
- Government, National Commission on Teaching and America's Future. (January 2008 - December 2013).
- Not-for-profit Foundation, Vigo County Educaton Foundation, Terre Haute, IN. (November 2013).
- Academic, Butler University, Indianpolis, IN. (January 2013 - August 2013).
- For Profit Organization, Swope Art Museum, Terre Haute, IN. (June 2013 - July 2013).
- Government, Vigo County School Corporation, Terre Haute, IN. (June 2013).
- Government, Rossvile Community School Corporation, Rossville, IN. (January 2013).
- Government, Indiana Department of Education. (August 2008 - May 2012).
- Government, Indiana Department of Education. (August 2008 - August 2010).
- Vigo County School Corporation, Terre Haute, IN. (August 2003 - August 2010).
- Government, Indiana Governor's Teacher Quality Work Group. (July 2008 - March 2010).
- Academic, Indiana State Reading Association. (March 2008 - March 2010).
- Project GEMS, Vigo County Sch Corp. (September 24, 2002 - August 2009).
- Academic, Indiana Middle Grades Reading Network. (May 2008 - May 2009).
- Academic, Perry Township School Corporation. (January 2009).
- Academic, Tri-County School Corporation. (January 2009).
- Academic, Perry Township School Corporation. (November 2008).
- Academic, Perry Township School Corporation. (October 2008).
- Academic, Perry Township School Corporation. (September 2008).
- Academic, Perry Township School Corporation. (August 2008).
- Academic, Vigo County School Corporation, Terre Haute, IN. (May 2008 - August 2008).
- Government, Indiana Civil Rights Commission Education, Indianapolis, IN. (August 2006 - August 2008).
- Academic, MSD Warren County, Strategic Planning Workshop. (July 2008).
- Academic, Washington Township School Corporation, New Board Member Orientation. (June 2008).
- Academic, Washington Township School Corporation, School Board Retreat. (May 2008).
- Academic, Department of Higher Education, Rabat, Morocco, Rabat, Morocco. (February 2008).
- Academic, Tri-County School Corporation. (February 2008).
- Academic, Indiana School Boards Association. (July 2006 - December 2007).
- Academic, Perry Township School Corporation. (October 2007).
- Academic, Tri-County Community Development Task Force. (September 2007).
- Academic, Perry Township School Corporation. (August 2007).
- Academic, Terre Haute South, Terre Haute, IN. (March 2007).
- Academic, Triton School Corporation. (March 2007).
- Academic, South Vermillion School Corporation. (February 2007).
- Academic, Perry Township School Corporation. (January 2007).
- Academic, Tri-County School Corporation. (January 2007).
- Academic, Vigo County School Corporation, Terre Haute, IN. (September 2004 - September 2006).
- Academic, Vigo County School Corporation, Terre Haute, IN. (July 2004 - July 2006).
- Academic, Vigo County School Corporation, Terre Haute, IN. (May 2006).
- Vigo County School Corportion, Terre Haute, IN. (May 2006).
- Academic, North Central Association, Chicago, IL. (April 2006).
- North Central Association, Chicago, IL. (April 2006).
- Academic, Turkey Run School Corporation, Marshall, IN. (April 2006).
- Academic, Turkey Run School Corporation, Marshall, IN. (April 2006).
- Academic, South Vermillion School Corporation, Clinton IN. (March 2006).
- Academic, South Vermillion School Corporation. (March 2006).
- Academic, Seymour Community Schools, Seymour, IN. (February 2006).
- Academic, Seymour Community Schools, Seymour, IN. (February 2006).
- Turkey Run School Corp., Marshall, IN. (January 10, 2006).
- Fountain Central High School, Veedersburg, IN. (January 9, 2006).
- Academic, Vigo County School Corporation, Terre Haute, IN. (December 2005 - 2005).
- North Central Association, Boswell Elementary. (April 10, 2003 - April 13, 2003).
Biography and Expertise
- I previously served as a rural K-12 teacher, assistant principal, principal superintendent and school board member in Indiana. I am currently a Professor of Educational Leadership and Dean Emeritus in the Bayh College of Education.