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PODCAST | Manny Rangel on Relationships, Advocacy, and Belonging

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Author: David Morrill • Date: 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

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Author: David Morrill • Date: 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...

PODCAST | Family, Trust, and Academic Excellence: A Conversation with Dr. Heather Hastie-Ulery

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Author: David Morrill • Date: September 13, 2026
Dr. Heather Hastie-Ulery, principal of Davis High School in Yakima School District, shares how a culture built on authentic cariño—care, connection, and high expectations—has transformed...

PODCAST | Kids First, Systems Second: Leading for Impact with Ryan Arnold

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Author: David Morrill • Date: September 6, 2026
East Valley High School Principal Ryan Arnold joins Scott Friedman to discuss the power of relationship-centered leadership, building trust, and creating a positive school climate...

PODCAST | Perfect the Pause: Leadership Lessons from Dr. Tamara York at Littlerock

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Author: David Morrill • Date: September 2, 2026
This episode features Dr. Tamara York, principal of Littlerock Elementary in Tumwater School District, sharing how intentional culture-building, family engagement, and student-centered systems are driving...

AWSP Leadership Framework Proposed Student Growth Goal Revisions

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Author: Jack Arend • Date: February 4, 2026
Submit Your Feedback on the Proposed Student Growth Goal Revisions by March 31st Over the past couple of years, a workgroup comprising principals, assistant principals,...

Building Belonging: Positive Behavior Supports Through an AWSP Lens

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Author: Jack Arend • Date: December 3, 2025
At AWSP, we believe every system is perfectly designed to get the results it’s getting. If we want to see positive student behavior, we have...

Middle and High School Surveys from Washington Breathes

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Author: Margaret Shield • Date: September 12, 2025
Washington Breathes has two active surveys for middle and high school staff to inform our work across the state. We know school staff are always...

New Wellness Resources from Kaiser Permanente Thriving Schools

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Author: Kaiser Permanente Thriving Schools • Date: September 9, 2025
As another school year begins, we know the back-to-school season can bring a mix of excitement and stress for teachers and school staff. That’s why...

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