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Upcoming OSPI Government to Government Training
Whether you’re looking for an in-person session or need a virtual option, several choices are available through 2025 and into the 2025–26 certification year. Please note: the Office of Native Education is the only entity authorized to facilitate this training.
Learn MoreMay Holidays & Recognition
Recognizing special days and awareness months is an opportunity to build community, highlight values, and celebrate the individuals and events that shape our school environments. These observances support a culture of belonging, appreciation, and learning. By honoring diverse contributions and causes, schools model empathy, curiosity, and respect—qualities that help shape students into thoughtful, engaged citizens.
Learn MoreLegislative Update for 5.1.25
Spring is a season of change in schools and in Olympia, with students, staff, and legislation all in transition. As we wait for final decisions on the state budget and key bills, leaders are also looking ahead to the 2026 session with curiosity and hope—especially around AI and student-centered reforms. While funding gaps remain a…
Learn MoreCelebrating Amazing Assistant Principals: National AP Week Giveaway Winners!
During National Assistant Principal Week, we asked school leaders across Washington, “What makes your AP amazing?” and "What do you love about being an AP?" Your heartfelt responses reminded us once again why strong leadership is vital for thriving schools and students.
Learn MoreGet Inspired: Spring Forum 2025 Breakout Sessions Are Here!
Join us for the AWSP Spring Forum on May 1, 2025, from 4:00 to 5:30 P.M., where you'll connect with fellow school leaders and dive into breakout sessions designed to uplift, inform, and energize your leadership practice.
Learn MoreLegislative Update for 4.18.25
Spring is a season of change in schools and in Olympia, with students, staff, and legislation all in transition. As we wait for final decisions on the state budget and key bills, leaders are also looking ahead to the 2026 session with curiosity and hope—especially around AI and student-centered reforms. While funding gaps remain a…
Learn MoreAI: Action Figure
At AWSP, we’re always looking for new, fun, and meaningful ways to explore the world of artificial intelligence—and share those discoveries with you!
Learn MoreRetirement & Health Benefits – April 18, 2025
As the session moves toward Sine Die, now is the time for both houses to coordinate and negotiate their differing budgets and bills that have made it past both houses. Note, both House and Senate budgets will be released 3/24 so the status of much of what is covered below may be clarified by inclusion…
Learn MoreWashington Cease Fire
Since 2017, with the help of a grant from the King County Academy of Family Physicians, they have reached nearly 10,000 students in grades 9-12 at more than two dozen Washington State high schools. The presentation has been vetted by Lisa Love, Director of Health Curricula for Seattle Public Schools. The Superintendents of the Tacoma…
Learn MoreDo You Know about “Red Flag Laws”?
The goal for safe communities, and protecting our loved ones, is common ground, a goal around which all of us can rally. It is a goal and worry that can keep us up at night. The violence that can harm our community members is tragic to experience and unpleasant to think about. Understanding and implementing…
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