A critical turning point in an educator’s career is when the decision is made to become a school leader. The Aspiring School Leaders Network cohort series is designed to provide resources, guidance, and support to those who have set their sights on leading and transforming educational systems for all students. Attendees will learn how to enhance their administrative internship experience, hear from successful veteran leaders in the field, and gain valuable insights on preparing for employment in a leadership role.
Audience
This series is designed specifically for administrative interns.
Pricing
No cost for administrative interns
*Registration required*
Time
All Sessions (in-person):
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Workshop Locations and Details
Below you will find details about each of the four Aspiring sessions, including dates, locations, and topics.
Stage 1
Preparing for a successful internship
Examining your leadership styleÂ
Goal setting & creating a network
Dates/Locations:
- July 27 | Tacoma (PLU)
- July 29 | Vancouver PS
- July 30 | Yakima SD
- Aug. 3 | Everett SD
Stage 2
Reflecting on the first few months
Equity centered leadership
Student Voice
Dates/Locations:
- Sept. 28 | Everett SD
- Sept. 29 | Tacoma (PLU)
- Sept. 30 | Vancouver PS
- Oct. 1 | Yakima SD
Stage 3
Mid-year check-in
What do I still need to do?
Preparation for the job search process
Dates/Locations:
- Nov. 30 | Everett SD
- Dec. 1 | Tacoma (PLU)
- Dec. 2 | Vancouver PS
- Dec. 3 | Yakima SD
Stage 4
Job Search
Mock Interviews
Maintaining momentum until the end
Dates/Locations:
- Feb. 17 | Tacoma (PLU)
- Feb. 24 | Yakima SD
Location Addresses
Everett
Everett Public Schools Community Resource Center
3900 Broadway,
Everett, WA 98201
Tacoma
Pacific Lutheran University
12180 Park Avenue S.
Tacoma, WA 98447
Vancouver
Vancouver Public Schools
2901 Falk Rd.
Vancouver, WA 98661
Yakima
Yakima School District
104 N 4th Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
Virtual Sessions:
In addition to the four in-person sessions, we will also have periodic Zoom sessions to check in and discuss further or additional topics. Please note dates and topics are tentative.
- August 25, 2026 | 4 – 5 p.m. | Equity Guide
- October 27, 2026 | 4 – 5 p.m. | Booster Clubs & ASB
- January 26, 2027 | 4 – 5 p.m. | AWSP Leadership Framework
- March 23, 2027 | 4 – 5 p.m. | Job Search & Interviews
- April 27, 2027 | 4 – 5 p.m. | PoP and EOI
- May 18, 2027 | 4 – 5 p.m. | School Leader Paradigm
Ready to Register?
Questions?
Contact our Membership Coordinator, Macy Bruhy, with questions or curiosities.
