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June Resources from Kaiser Permanente
As the school year comes to a close, we hope you are feeling proud of all you’ve accomplished and looking forward to a well-deserved summer break! June is also Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month - a great time to talk about brain health and share that Alzheimer's disease and other dementias are major public health…
Learn More2026 Assistant Principal Summit
AP Summit: A Fast Climb to Stronger Leadership Assistant principals carry some of the most complex and consequential responsibilities in a school. From student discipline and family communication to legal compliance, school culture, staff relationships, and your own evaluation, the role requires clarity, confidence, and practical tools. Join AWSP for the 2026 Assistant Principal Summit, a…
Learn MoreThe Main Idea: Summer Books for Teachers
This information comes from our friend and partner Jenn David-Lang of The Main Idea. As an AWSP member benefit, AWSP members are able to access resources from The Main Idea, including book summaries, workshops, planning guides, and more. Below, Jenn shares some resources for summer reading for your teachers. This is a busy time of…
Learn MoreThe Real Cost of Cutting Assistant Principals
Why Reducing School Leadership Harms Students, Staff, and Outcomes in Washington Schools As your professional membership organization, AWSP is often asked how we can help prevent cuts to school leadership when districts face financial challenges. While we don't have the authority to directly influence local staffing decisions, we can support you with clear, research-informed information…
Learn MoreMental Health Awareness Month Resources from Kaiser Permanente
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and focus on daily habits that strengthen mental well-being. AWSP's partner Kaiser Permanente Washington is here to provide tips, tools, and education to help you support your employees' mental health and emotional wellness. Webinars for Employees: Webinars for Employers: Resources: If you…
Learn MoreCommunication Profile Inventory
AWSP Principal Communication Series Communication ProfileInventory A short self-assessment to help you identify your natural communication tendencies — especially under pressure. There are no “good” or “bad” styles. Effective leaders expand their range. Questions20 Time~7 min ResultDominant + Secondary The Lion Direct Driver The Owl Analytical Architect The Dolphin Relational Harmonizer The Eagle Visionary Energizer…
Learn MoreNational Affiliate Membership FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Your Included National Affiliate Membership Context AWSP is transitioning from two national affiliate partners to a single unified PK–12+ national association. For many years, AWSP members have been affiliated with either: Beginning July 1, 2026, NASSP will transition into the National Principals Association (NPA), a unified PK–12+ national partner, designed to represent…
Learn MoreNational Affiliate Membership
Your National Affiliate Membership with the PK12+ National Principals Association (NPA) Simple, clear information about your national affiliation AWSP is transitioning from two national affiliate partners to a single unified PK–12+ national association. For many years, AWSP members have been affiliated with either: Beginning July 1, 2026, NASSP will transition into the National Principals Association, a…
Learn MoreStephanie Leitz of Wahkiakum High School Wins 2026 Annalee Braley Membership Award from AWSP
Stephanie Leitz is the fifth winner of AWSP’s Annalee Braley Membership Award. Her devotion to mentoring fellow leaders, her support of student leaders through the Association of Washington Student Leaders (AWSL), and her involvement in regional PLC work demonstrates why she so perfectly honors and carries forward Annalee’s legacy.
Learn MoreOSPI Principal Recognition: ESEA Distinguished Schools
At AWSP, we are proud to celebrate the remarkable work of school leaders across Washington who are making a lasting difference for students. This spring, six schools were recognized by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) as ESEA Distinguished Schools, an honor that reflects exceptional student performance and a deep commitment to closing…
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