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December Recognitions and Holidays

Awards & Recognition

Author: Mishele Barnett • Date: December 6, 2024
Recognizing special days and events is more than a celebration—it's an opportunity to build inclusivity, foster understanding, and highlight the values we want to promote...

Veterans Day: A Reflection on Leadership in Service to Country and Children

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Author: Dameon Brown • Date: November 8, 2024
As we approach Veterans Day, I find myself reflecting deeply on the meaning of service and the incredible parallels between the leadership experiences of veterans...

Black History Month: Celebrating a Beautifully Rich Culture

Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy, Awards & Recognition

Author: James Layman • Date: February 1, 2024
With Black History Month here, you may ask, "What does this mean for me?" In our daily lives, many of us may not know how...

Engage, Empower, Elevate: AWSP Member Engagement Month is Here!

Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy, Awards & Recognition, Learning & Events

Author: Julie Woods • Date: January 31, 2024
As we usher in February, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our Member Engagement Month – a month-long campaign dedicated to fostering connection,...

Washington State Civic Observances and Future Voter Program for Students

Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy, Awards & Recognition

Author: Roz Thompson • Date: September 13, 2023
As we dive into September, there are lots of changes in the air. A new school year, a new season, pumpkin spiced drinks, and Constitution...

Today is Calendar Awareness Day

Awards & Recognition, Resource

Author: Caroline Brumfield • Date: September 6, 2023
Today is Calendar Awareness Day. No, you won’t find Calendar Awareness Day highlighted on your actual calendar. (Yes, that means we made it up.) But...

Happy National Assistant Principals Week 2022!

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Author: David Morrill • Date: April 4, 2022
It’s a great time to honor the enormous contributions assistant principals make to student success. The many roles of the assistant, associate, and vice-principals have...

It’s Black History Month, but I Run Year-round for Ahmaud Arbery

Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy, Awards & Recognition

Author: Dr. Scott Seaman • Date: February 24, 2022
I’d like to start this blog by sharing three things with you - one you know for sure, and two you probably didn’t. First, it’s...

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

Awards & Recognition

Author: Greg Barker • Date: May 4, 2020
Social distancing can make it tough to show staff how much you care, but there are still plenty of options. From e-cards or thank-you videos...