Full Name
Brent Schwanekamp
Job Title
Principal
Company
Plainfield Community Schools
Speaker Bio
Brent Schwanekamp is Principal at Plainfield High School, where he brings more than two decades of experience as a teacher, technology coach, and instructional leader. A proud Plainfield graduate, Brent has served in multiple roles, including math teacher, assistant principal, and football coach, always pushing innovation to better support staff and students. His expertise spans PowerSchool, data systems, spreadsheets, AI integration, and instructional technology that improves daily workflow and student outcomes. Brent is passionate about helping educators use tools that save time and amplify impact, and he brings a practical, real-world approach to professional development. He also hosts Other Duties as Assigned, a podcast produced in partnership with Keep Indiana Learning that explores the realities of school leadership. With a deep commitment to fostering resilient educators and future-ready schools, Brent empowers fellow leaders to work smarter—without losing sight of the heart of education.
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