Events & Training
Who We Are
Since 1972, AWSP has supported school leaders from aspiring to retiring with advocacy, access, and assistance. Watch our video to learn how!
Powered By Principals
We exist to support principals (this means APs, too!) and the
principalship in the education of each and every student.
On-Demand Learning
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The AWSP Learning Lab
At AWSP, we pride ourselves on delivering amazing in-person professional learning. We bring people together, create networks, and collaborate to learn together. But we also know in-person learning has many constraints, from time, travel, budget, and scheduling. Our goal with the AWSP Learning Lab is to bring learning right to you, any time you want it, and on any device.
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Healthy Discourse In Schools: Election Season + AI-Generated Content
In this webinar, The Social Institute will provide educators with tools to guide students through election-related discourse in a way that reduces tensions and fosters healthy conversations. Attendees will gain practical strategies to help students express differing opinions respectfully while minimizing conflicts and drama.
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AI Principals: A Series to Help School Leaders Understand, Use, and Lead with AI
Harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance your leadership skills and streamline your administrative processes.
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Inclusion Office Hours
AWSP and OSPI joined ranks to tackle questions about special education and inclusion best practices. Featuring OSPI's Tania May, Assistant Superintendent and AWSP's Ashley Barker, Inclusionary Practices Coordinator, the hour-long event was packed full of beneficial information. Watch the recording to learn more.
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Legal Support
AWSP offers professional advice to all members, and assistance in obtaining legal counsel for employment-related matters to AWSP Active members only.
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Mentorship
AWSP’s mentoring program pairs new school leaders with a qualified mentor who has been specially trained by AWSP. We offer leadership coaching for leaders beyond year two.
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Blog
From opinion pieces to news you can use, our blog is the source for all your relevant information. Subscribe today to get notified about new posts!
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The Main Idea
THE MAIN IDEA is a subscription service for busy school leaders, providing a monthly summary of a current education or leadership book.
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Newsletters
AWSP publishes an array of print and electronic publications. Members receive these publications automatically as a benefit.
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Our Foundation
Our foundation includes a family of organizations supporting leaders and students, including the Association of Washington Student Leaders, the Cispus Learning Center, Outdoor Schools Washington, and our credit-bearing programs offered through the Principals' Learning Center. We're proud to have nationally-recognized student leadership programs, an amazing outdoor learning center, and a robust outdoor schools program.
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Next Level Leaders
Next Level Leaders is dedicated to preparing leaders to conquer complex challenges through the development of a two-year learning community. The Academy is designed to focus on individual and system leadership behaviors and actions essential for success in our rapidly changing educational environment. A partnership between AWSP and WASA funded by the Washington State Legislature, the next cohort begins in 2025.
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National Afilliates
Active AWSP memberships automatically include memberships with either the National Association of Elementary School Principals or the National Association of Secondary School Principals. Each national association offers its own benefits for members, including national conferences, awards programs, advocacy, and communications.
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Our Career Center is the number one spot for principal and assistant principals openings in the state. Whether you have a job, need a job, or are looking to post a job, AWSP's career center can help you.
