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Nominate a Standout Leader for the 2026 POY & APOY Awards!
Do you know a school leader who goes above and beyond every day to ensure strong schools, strong students, and a culture of hope? Now is the time to give them the recognition they deserve! The nomination window for AWSP’s 2026 Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year is officially OPEN.
Learn MoreLegislative Update for 4.4.25
It’s been a major budget week in Olympia. Senate and House Democrats released competing 2025–27 operating budgets with significant differences in K–12 investments, particularly around special education, MSOC, and leadership development. AWSP supports the Senate's deeper investment in schools and continues to advocate for robust funding for our students, staff, and leaders. With April 2…
Learn MoreRetirement & Health Benefits – April 4, 2025
This week’s budget developments remain uncertain as Governor Ferguson plans to veto the proposed wealth tax, leaving both House and Senate budgets short on expected revenue. Pressure is mounting to use the $3 billion LEOFF 1 surplus, with several competing bills proposing different strategies. Key retirement-related legislation continues to move, including bills that adjust pension…
Learn MoreCelebrating Our Assistant Principals: Honoring Impactful Leadership
As we head into Assistant Principal Week, we’re taking a moment to shine a spotlight on some of the most dynamic and dedicated leaders in our schools — our assistant principals. At AWSP, we recognize the essential role these leaders play not only in their buildings but across our state, especially through their service on…
Learn MoreSupporting Students by Supporting Leaders
AWSP is embarking on an awareness and action campaign to start identifying both short and long term solutions that will grow, support, and sustain our school leaders. Until we can change what we expect of our school leaders, we’d better figure out how to support and keep our current leaders while also attracting our future…
Learn MoreBuilding Neurodivergent-Affirming Schools: For Students, Staff, and the Whole Community
This April, let’s move beyond awareness and build truly inclusive, neurodivergent-affirming schools—for students, staff, and our entire communities. Learn how school leaders can foster belonging, design flexible systems, and lead learning that embraces every brain.
Learn MoreApril 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 MoreLakeside High School Recognizes Outstanding Student Leaders
Encouraging student leadership helps build confidence, responsibility, and a positive school culture. Back in February during AWSP's Member Engagement Month, we invited our members to recognize and celebrate the young leaders in their schools with our You're an Outstanding Leader certificate.
Learn MoreLegislative Update for 3.28.25
It’s been a major budget week in Olympia. Senate and House Democrats released competing 2025–27 operating budgets with significant differences in K–12 investments, particularly around special education, MSOC, and leadership development. AWSP supports the Senate's deeper investment in schools and continues to advocate for robust funding for our students, staff, and leaders. With April 2…
Learn MoreRetirement & Health Benefits – March 28, 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…
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