Association of Washington School Principals (AWSP)

Association of Washington School Principals (AWSP) Supporting principals in the education of all students. www.awsp.org

Happy Labor Day from AWSP!Today, we pause to honor the hard work and dedication of workers everywhere—and especially the...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from AWSP!

Today, we pause to honor the hard work and dedication of workers everywhere—and especially the incredible leadership of school principals who lead learning, build culture, and serve their communities with heart and vision. 💙🩵🧡

Our offices are closed today in observance of the holiday. We’ll resume normal operations on Tuesday.

Enjoy the well-deserved break, and thank you for all you do to support students, staff, and families.

New Principal Matters episode!Scott Friedman sits down with East Valley High School Principal Ryan Arnold to discuss:✅ B...
09/07/2026

New Principal Matters episode!

Scott Friedman sits down with East Valley High School Principal Ryan Arnold to discuss:
✅ Building a relationship-centered school
✅ Creating positive climate and culture
✅ Supporting student belonging
✅ Developing teacher leadership
✅ Building sustainable systems for improvement

One of the strongest messages from this conversation: leadership starts with people.

Listen where ever you get your podcasts and let us know your biggest takeaway.

https://buff.ly/qJOpEyL East Valley School District #361

Dr. Tamara York of Littlerock Elementary joins Principal Matters to share how intentional culture-building, family engag...
09/03/2026

Dr. Tamara York of Littlerock Elementary joins Principal Matters to share how intentional culture-building, family engagement, and student mentorship are helping students thrive.

Learn how her school launched a successful Watch D.O.G.S. program, implemented a new reading intervention system, and created additional support structures for students—all while maintaining a strong school culture.

🎧 Listen now and discover practical leadership strategies you can apply in your own school community.

https://go.awsp.org/465sNuv

Tumwater School District

Plant the seeds now. Harvest the results all year. 🌱Leadership growth doesn't happen by chance—it happens with intention...
08/26/2026

Plant the seeds now. Harvest the results all year. 🌱
Leadership growth doesn't happen by chance—it happens with intention.
AWSP members, join AWSP and BTS Spark for "Plant It. Cultivate It. Watch It Grow.", a three-part webinar series that will help you sharpen your focus, strengthen your conversations, and multiply the strengths of your team.

- Sept. 29 | 4-5 p.m.
- Oct. 14 | 4-5 p.m.
- Oct. 28 | 4-5 p.m.

4–5 p.m. 🕓
Clock hours included 🎓
Free for AWSP members ✅

Give yourself the gift of an hour each session—and watch your leadership grow.
Register at www.awsp.org/grow.

Assistant principals carry some of the toughest, most complex work in a school — and this fall, we're making sure you do...
08/24/2026

Assistant principals carry some of the toughest, most complex work in a school — and this fall, we're making sure you don't do it alone. 🏔️

Join us for AWSP's 2026 Assistant Principal Summit: A Fast Climb to Stronger Leadership.

- Monday, October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Located at the AWSP Olympia Office
- $149 for AWSP members ($300 for non-members)
- Lunch and five leadership clock hours are included.

Led by AWSP Associate Director Kamrica Ary-Turner, you'll learn from AWSP's School Law Attorney and Washington's award-winning Assistant Principals of the Year — covering legal rights and responsibilities, discipline and restorative practices, evaluation prep, school culture and climate, and more.

Whether you're new to the role or resetting your systems for the year ahead, this summit will help you lead with more clarity, purpose, and confidence.

👉 Learn more and register at www.awsp.org/APSummit

Nominate Your School for the Culture Kickoff Award! 🎉 Great school culture doesn’t just happen—it’s something students a...
08/20/2026

Nominate Your School for the Culture Kickoff Award! 🎉

Great school culture doesn’t just happen—it’s something students and adults intentionally create together. The AWSL/AWSP Culture Kickoff Award celebrates schools that start the year by building connection, belonging, and school spirit—and keep that momentum going all year long.

Did your school kick off the year with an unforgettable assembly, creative theme, welcoming tradition, or student-led experience? We want to hear your story!

Nominations for the 2026 AWSL/AWSP Culture Kickoff Award are open through September 25. 🏆

Students, principals, assistant principals, superintendents, teachers, district staff, and community members can all nominate a school.

Show us how your school is setting the tone for an incredible year!
Nominate your school at https://awsp.org/programs/culture-kickoff-award/

To be eligible to win, schools must have active AWSP and AWSL memberships.

One Conference. Every Leader. The National Principals Association (NPA)'s National Principals Conference (NPC27) brings ...
07/20/2026

One Conference. Every Leader. The National Principals Association (NPA)'s National Principals Conference (NPC27) brings together PreK–12 principals and assistant principals February 6–9, 2027, in Tampa, FL—for three days of peer connection, practical strategies, and the clarity that's hard to find in your day-to-day. Early bird registration is now open at $699 (through October). Learn more and register at https://go.awsp.org/4hsYFQu.

You've built your leadership foundation—now it's time to shift into a higher gear. ⚙️ If you're a principal or assistant...
07/15/2026

You've built your leadership foundation—now it's time to shift into a higher gear. ⚙️

If you're a principal or assistant principal in years 3–5, AWSP's Becoming an Effective Leader Series is designed to help you strengthen school culture, refine your leadership, and build sustainable systems that support long-term success.

Join us for this three-part, in-person series beginning September 28 in Olympia. Each session includes lunch and 5 leadership clock hours.

Three Dates: Sept. 28, Nov. 16, and Feb. 1
Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Olympia
Learn more and register at www.awsp.org/BEL

New principal? New school? New leadership role? Launch your year with confidence!AWSP's Launching School Leadership Seri...
07/07/2026

New principal? New school? New leadership role? Launch your year with confidence!

AWSP's Launching School Leadership Series is designed specifically for new and newly assigned lead principals. Through four interactive, in-person sessions, you'll gain practical strategies, connect with fellow leaders, and build the confidence to lead with purpose throughout your first year. 🚀

Your journey begins August 4 in Olympia with Stage 1: All Cleared for Liftoff, where you'll create a plan for your first 100 days, build strong relationships, and prepare for a successful school year.

Whether you're stepping into the principalship for the first time or leading a new school community, you don't have to do it alone.

- AWSP Headquarters in Olympia
- Four sessions throughout the 2026–27 school year
- Learn more and register: www.awsp.org/LSL

AWSP is very excited to announce that Clover Park School District Superintendent Ron Banner is the winner of the 2026 AW...
07/01/2026

AWSP is very excited to announce that Clover Park School District Superintendent Ron Banner is the winner of the 2026 AWSP President's Award! Ron was presented with the award on Monday, June 29, during the AWSP Luncheon at the AWSP/WASA Annual Summer Conference in Spokane. Congratulations, Ron! Read more about the award and Ron's achievements: https://go.awsp.org/4y0j4lS

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