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Serving Principals first, always. Member driven & student focused. 100+ years of extraordinary leadership. #WeAreNAESP #NAESPStrong

Alexandria, VA
Joined March 2009
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The best measure of a principal's impact? Listening to what students have to say. ✨ "He visits our classroom all the time." ✨ "He supports us when we're struggling." ✨ "He makes everyone feel welcome." Here's to the leaders who put students first and lead with heart every day. Thank you to Principal Walsh for sharing your story with us and igniting the spark to continue to serve students well. 💙 #WeAreNAESP #naespNDP #NationalPrincipalsMonth
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Principals move their schools forward every day. NAESP is moving forward with you. We’re building what comes next together. Stay tuned. naesp.org/ #WeAreNAESP #NAESPLeadsFirst #NAESPStrong
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Great leaders don't lead alone. 🫂 Join an NAESP Mastermind Group to connect with fellow principals, solve challenges together, and gain fresh perspectives from peers nationwide. 🚨 Early bird pricing ends soon! Register today. naesp.org/naesp-mastermind-g…
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No theories. No fluff. Just real principals sharing real success stories. Join us for Principal Success Stories—In Their Own Words and discover actionable ideas you can bring back to your school right away. Hear what's working from the leaders making it happen. Register before it's too late: naesp.org/event/principal-su… #PrincipalsLead #WeAreNAESP #SchoolLeadership
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💡Your leadership story could inspire thousands. The #NAESP27 Call for Proposals is now open! This is your chance to share innovative ideas, proven practices, and real-world strategies with school leaders from across the country. Submit your proposal before November 30. cvent.com/c/abstracts/35b484… #SchoolLeadership #WeAreNAESP
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School leaders, let's check in: Leadership is about...?
30%Relationships
10%Service
30%Impact
30%Growth
10 votes • Final results
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What does principal advocacy look like in action? For Jerod Phillips, it's about elevating student success, supporting educators, and leading with purpose every day. Get to know this inspiring school leader in the latest Principal's Advocate spotlight. naesp.org/blog/the-principal… #PrincipalsAdvocate #WeAreNAESP
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We love hearing firsthand how principals lead with compassion, care and kindness. Thank you Christine, for all that you do for your students!💙 #WeAreNAESP #ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth
Thank you to SAANYS Member and Taft Elementary School Principal Christine Williams for sharing with us what brings her joy as a principal in Washingtonville! #ThankAPrincipal @wcsd @NAESP @WeAreNPA
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📅 Don't miss what's happening this week at NAESP! From leadership learning to networking opportunities, there's something for every school leader looking to grow, connect, and lead with impact. See what's coming up and register today: naesp.org/events/
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This is so exciting. NAESP leadership continues to be at the helm of what it takes to support school leaders state to state. What a moment to be a part of bigger, better and brighter things ahead. #WeAreNAESP
Lead Boldly! 💙 So rewarding to share @NAESP updates with amazing North Dakota leaders alongside @agleason7 and @MelissaPatschke! Excited for all ahead as we grow, strengthen partnerships, and find new ways to support ND school leaders. #WeAreNAESP #LeadBoldly
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Classroom walkthroughs are only as valuable as the feedback that follows. Check out our recent AP's Rising article from @SoniaMatthew2 to learn a simple strategy for making every observation count: 🔗 An AP’s Simple System for Better Classroom Feedback: naesp.org/resource/an-aps-si… #Principals #SchoolLeaders #WeAreNAESP
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"Don't let the hard days win." - Principal Wood This #NationalPrincipalsMonth, we're celebrating principals who lead with resilience, heart, and perspective. Great leadership starts with surrounding yourself with great people who lift each other up through every challenge and every success. Thank you for showing that even on the toughest days, community makes all the difference. 💙 #ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreNAESP
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Student leadership doesn't happen by accident. Create meaningful opportunities for students to lead, serve, and make a difference through the American Student Council Association. NAESP members can join for just $50/year. naesp.org/for-students/ameri… #PrincipalLeadership #ASCALeads #StudentCouncil #WeAreNAESP
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👀 Rumors are true: NAESP is growing. Think bigger programs. Stronger state partnerships. More opportunities for you. ​ It’s a new day but the mission and impact remain the same. We’re not standing still – we're building what’s next. The better question: are you in? #WeAreNAESP #NAESPLeadsFirst #NAESPStrong
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Oh we LOVE this! 😍🤩 Happy #NationalPrincipalsMonth to each of you!! #WeAreNAESP
This October is #NationalPrincipalsMonth, and it isn’t over yet! Remember to #ThankAPrincipal during National Principals Month, and hear @LCSDOfficial SAANYS members share what brings them joy in their roles! @NAESP @WeAreNPA
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When student leaders see a need, they step up. 💙 Students at Mater Academy East partnered with @CCharitiesUSA to organize a community coat drive, collecting winter clothing for local families and demonstrating what service, leadership, and community impact look like in action. #ASCALeads #StudentLeaders #WeAreNAESP
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Don't miss our upcoming webinar, in partnership with @AFSAUnion: Principal Success Stories—In Their Own Words, where principals share the experiences that shaped their careers and strengthened their schools. 🗓️ Wednesday, October 28 🕓 4 pm ET 🔗 Register now: naesp.org/event/principal-su… #WeAreNAESP #NationalPrincipalsMonth
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We can't wait to hear all about it. Keeping principals first, always. 💫 #WeAreNAESP
Bismarck bound! ✈️💙 Excited for my first state conference as @NAESP executive director with NDCEL! North Dakota holds a special place in my heart because of the amazing educators and leaders I know and love there. Can’t wait to see you! #NDCEL #PrincipalsFirst
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#AMLE26 is less than a month away! Join us for four days of unforgettable learning, powerful insights into young adolescent development, and powerful connection designed specifically for middle grades educators. amle.org/annual @AMLE
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Healthy students are more likely to be present, engaged, and ready to learn. ✅ Check out NAESP's resource to explore practical strategies principals can use to help prevent health-related absences and support student success. 🔗 naesp.org/resource/what-prin…
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