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One Purpose, One Voice: National Changes to Support AWSP’s Priorities to Grow, Support, Sustain, and Protect Its Members
News & Announcements, Partners
Author: Dr. Scott Seaman • April 20, 2026
School leadership has never been more demanding—or more important. Every day, principals and assistant principals across Washington are balancing the needs of students, staff, families,...
HearMeWA: Providing Support to Youth 24/7/365
Author: Roz Thompson • April 20, 2026
HearMeWA is a youth-centered crisis-response program that meets youth safety and well-being needs by linking them to existing support systems. This program is available statewide...
GROW Your Special Education Harvest
Author: Ryan Preis, Ed.D. • March 30, 2026
Ryan Preis, Ed.D., is an educator of 23 years. He currently serves as the principal of Covington Elementary in Kent School District. Times are lean...
Summer Conference Keynote Highlight: Sandy Zimmerman
Learning & Events
Author: Sandy Zimmerman • March 26, 2026
Sandy Zimmerman, Inspirational Speaker, Coach, and Author Sandy Zimmerman is a former physical education teacher and mother of three who has competed on nine seasons...
Summer Conference Keynote Highlight: Brad Montague
Learning & Events
Author: Brad Montague • March 24, 2026
Brad Montague, Author and Creator of the Hit Web Series Kid President Brad Montague is a New York Times bestselling author of books for kids and former...
Summer Conference Keynote Highlight: Carlos Ojeda Jr.
Learning & Events
Author: Carlos Ojeda Jr. • March 20, 2026
Carlos Ojeda Jr., Motivational Speaker and Youth Development Expert, CoolSpeak Carlos Ojeda Jr. is a youth development expert with over 26 years of experience inspiring...
Final Legislative Update for March 20, 2026
Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy
Author: Roz Thompson • March 20, 2026
“You can change the world just by sharing your story.” ― Barack Obama The Legislature adjourned last week, officially bringing the 2026 legislative session to a...
2026 Legislative Session: Final Summary from Fred Yancey, The Nexus Group
Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy
Author: Fred Yancey • March 20, 2026
The 2026 Legislature was confusing, sending mixed messages to educators. Legislators passed fewer unfunded education mandates while also cutting and/or paring back education programs and...
Retirement, Health Benefits, and Beyond for March 20, 2026
Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy
Author: Fred Yancey • March 20, 2026
School employees, including administrators, have a number of benefits of which they may not be aware. Below is a brief description of some of the...