Human Resources: Navigating Trials and Tribulations | This session equips educational leaders with practical tools and strategies to navigate the complex landscape of Human Resources, from resolving conflicts to addressing legal and ethical challenges. Through real-world scenarios and best practices, participants will build confidence in leading HR issues with effectiveness and integrity while fostering a positive workplace culture.

Join us for an intimate conversation and community connection with Dr. Rachelle Rogers-Ard, one of the featured voices in The Majestic Place. In this kickoff session, participants will meet the author, receive their complimentary copy of the book, and be guided through a reflective, heart-centered summer reading journey.

The 2025 Summer Conference hosted by WASA and AWSP presents an opportunity to shine a light on the accomplishments of the 2024-25 school year and gain insights and ideas for the upcoming year. This year’s conference, “Leadership for a New Era” will focus on fostering collaborative cultures, technology leadership in education, building resilient schools, culturally responsive leadership, leading with impact, and transformative leadership.

Monday, June 23 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Leaders of Color, if you'll be at this year's Summer Conference, you're invited to a special evening social to connect with fellow principals, assistant principals, superintendents, and district office staff. AWSP is committed to growing, supporting, and sustaining educational leaders through the creation of the Leaders of Color Network (LOCNET). Members of both AWSP and WASA are invited to attend. Please RSVP.

Kick off the school year with clarity and confidence by planning your first 100 days intentionally. Build meaningful relationships with students, staff, and families to foster relational trust, while actively assessing the school's climate, culture, and any potential areas of chaos. Start strong to lead strong.

Whether you're brand new to your role or a veteran school leader, this series brings learning directly to you. Virtual on Zoom! Session 1: Blueprints for Success: Designing Your Leadership Foundation – We'll focus on setting goals, creating a vision, and laying a strong foundation for impactful leadership.

Reframe your leadership challenges by viewing them through the lens of culture and context. Dive into the Leadership Paradigm—a transformative framework for adaptive, intentional school leadership—and gain tools to elevate a schoolwide culture rooted in belonging. Identify your specific problem of practice and begin a year-long leadership inquiry that drives meaningful change.

Whether you're brand new to your role or a veteran school leader, this series brings learning directly to you. Virtual on Zoom! Session 2: Building the Framework: Tools and Strategies for Lasting Change – This session covers the essential tools, structures, and strategies needed to implement meaningful improvements in your school while preparing for your own evaluation.