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Join us in celebrating our 2026 Principals of the year! Catherine Loss, Lloyd Barbee Elementary in Milwaukee, Jamie Thomas, Indian Mound Middle School in McFarland and Russ Gerke, West De Pere High School. Their dedication to students, staff, and community, along with their commitment to continuous improvement, exemplifies outstanding school leadership!

Assistant principals are the steady leaders behind the scenes—supporting teachers, guiding students, strengthening school culture, and helping principals lead thriving school communities.
This week we celebrate the incredible assistant principals who show up every day ready to solve problems, lift others up, and keep schools moving forward. Join us in recognizing these dedicated school leaders.

Congratulations from AWSA to these exceptional leaders and teachers!

The Herb Kohl Educational Foundation recognizes excellence in Wisconsin education through the 2026 Teacher Fellowship and Principal Leadership Awards! 🏆

These awards are given to educators who go above and beyond to lead, inspire, and make an impact on our students and communities that lasts a lifetime. This year’s winners will receive nearly $1.4 million in awards, as well as matching grants to enhance learning in their classrooms.

Congratulations to all these recipients—your passion and dedication help every Wisconsin student have an exceptional experience in your schools!

Read more:https://www.herbkohlphilanthropies.org/content/2026%20Herb%20Kohl%20Educational%20Foundation%20Award%20Annoucement%20and%20Awardees.pdf

We were honored to award Governor Tony Evers with AWSA’s Distinguished Friend of Education Award today in Green Bay!

Don't forget to register for this great professional learning opportunity! Scan the QR code to see the full schedule and registration details.

There is still time to register for this great professional learning opportunity! Scan the QR code to see the full schedule and registration details.

SLATE 2025 is under way!

We are pleased to announce our 2026 Wisconsin Associate Principals of the Year! Ben Tashner, Holmen Middle School, Amanda Jamerson, Shorewood High School and Liz Streubel, Wilson Elementary School, Mequon-Thiensville. Congratulations!!

🎉 Happy National Principals Month! Thank you to the incredible principals who lead with dedication and inspire students every day. 💙 Your impact is invaluable! 👉 Celebrate more at principalsmonth.org

This October, let’s recognize the principals who shape our schools and communities. Nominate an outstanding principal by October 3rd. https://awsa.memberclicks.net/outstanding-wisconsin-leadership-award

Outstanding Wisconsin Leadership Award For the last nine years, AWSA has worked with the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation to help facilitate the Principal Leadership Award.

Time is running out! Nominations for the 2026 Principal Leadership Awards close October 3. ⏱️

Students, parents, teachers, community members, and district administrators—don’t miss your chance to honor an outstanding principal making a difference in your school community.

Submit your nomination today: https://www.kohleducation.org/principalleadership/

Nominations for the State Associate Principal of the Year Award are now open. Nominations can be made by administrators, teachers, or other community members. Help AWSA recognize outstanding leadership by nominating an exemplary middle school or high school associate principal today! Nominations are due by Friday, October 10, 2025 and then applications must be submitted by Friday, October 17, 2025.

Associate Principal of the Year The Wisconsin Associate Principal of the Year program recognizes Associate Principals whose leadership has resulted in improved student learning, instructional collaboration, and a safe and positive school environment. Nominations are accepted from teachers, parents, principals, and others across Wi...