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Research Opportunity: Middle and High School Principals, APs, and Deans of Students
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Author:
Caroline Brumfield
October 12, 2026
Transformational Leadership and Support for Inclusive Education Practices in Secondary Schools Middle level and high school principals, APs, and deans of students are invited to...
AWSP Principal for a Day Program at Chelan Middle School
Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy
Author:
Roz Thompson
October 11, 2026
Terry Sanders, Principal, Chelan Middle School, Lake Chelan SD Chelan Middle School was fortunate to host State Representative Brian Burnett on September 28 for the...
PODCAST | Gary Kipp on Leadership, Learning, and the Framework That Shaped a State
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Author:
David Morrill
October 11, 2026
Former AWSP Executive Director Gary Kipp joins David Morrill to share the history, philosophy, and development of the AWSP Leadership Framework. From the evolution of...
Student Walkout Tips & Resources
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Author:
Dr. Scott Seaman
October 6, 2026
As many of you are likely aware, student walkouts and demonstrations are being planned for Wednesday, October 7 (related to the 3rd anniversary of the...
PODCAST | Kim Doepker & Heidi Fagerness on Leadership, Learning, and Finding Your People
AWSP Leadership Framework, Publications, Videos, and Podcasts
Author:
David Morrill
October 4, 2026
Middle school principals Kim Doepker and Heidi Fagerness share how leadership networks, vulnerability, and continuous learning have shaped their work as school leaders. Through a...
PODCAST | Manny Rangel on Relationships, Advocacy, and Belonging
AWSP Leadership Framework, Publications, Videos, and Podcasts
Author:
David Morrill
September 27, 2026
La Center Middle School Assistant Principal Manny Rangel shares how his experiences growing up in the Yakima Valley shaped his commitment to relationships, advocacy, and...
PODCAST | Leading for Communication, Culture, and Student Success with Nick Birklid
AWSP Leadership Framework, Publications, Videos, and Podcasts
Author:
David Morrill
September 20, 2026
Nick Birklid, principal of Eatonville Elementary, reflects on his leadership journey from systems-focused administrator to culture-focused principal. He shares how intentional communication, distributed leadership, and...
From Behavior Plans to Classroom Practice: How ibestt Can Help
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Author:
Jennifer Baumingham, PhD
September 18, 2026
The ibestt team at the University of Washington is a group of researchers, educators, and coaches dedicated to supporting schools and districts build effective behavior...
Leading Inclusive Schools: A Community of Practice for Early Career Principals and Administrative Interns
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Author:
Dr. Cassie Martin
September 17, 2026
Calling early career principals and administrator interns! WA CEEDAR and Lead IDEA are offering the 2026–27 Washington Leading Inclusive Schools Community of Practice, designed to...