February 26th Edition

AWSA Update

Become What’s Next- An Invitation and an Expectation

In 2018, the Elmbrook Schools completed a branding process that established a new tagline of “Become What’s Next.” Its impact on the organization has been significant, inspiring stakeholders and school communities to dream about what’s ahead. Read more here.

Heart-Centered Leadership: Building an Inclusive and High-Achieving High School

In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, fostering a school environment that balances academic success with student well-being is essential. Heart-centered leadership prioritizes empathy, inclusivity, and student engagement to create a culture where students and educators thrive. This approach has been successfully implemented at Reagan High School, a Milwaukee Public School serving 1,370 students since its founding in 2003. Read more here.

Stay on Top of the Latest News in the Wisconsin State Legislature

The School Administrators Alliance (SAA) has moved to a login/membership only website. Your login is your school email address. Your password is your primary membership organization: awsa2023! Please follow this link to log in. Once logged in, you will be able to change your password and complete your profile. Two helpful instruction videos can be found here. If you have any questions or trouble logging in please contact the SAA office at 608-242-1370 or email [email protected].

Bullying Prevention and Response for All Students

It is imperative that school leaders, in collaboration with educators, students, families, and community partners, establish comprehensive bullying programs that work to both prevent bullying and respond appropriately when it does occur. Read more here.

AWSA 2025 Election

The AWSA Board of Directors election will be held electronically from April 15-April 30, 2025. This year, Directors will be elected from Regions 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, and 9. Members of each of these regions will be emailed a notification on April 15th with a link to an online ballot listing the candidate(s) for that region. As part of its succession planning, the Board has recruited candidates in each region. See candidates here.

Are You Retiring?

If you are retiring this year, please let us know by sending an email to [email protected]. We’d like to include you in our recognition announcement and also share with you information about retired membership with AWSA.

February 12th Edition

AWSA Update

Vote: State Superintendent Primary

Wisconsin voters will elect the next State Superintendent of Public Instruction this spring. AWSA supports Jeff Wright as our next Superintendent of Public Instruction. This office has enormous influence on education in Wisconsin. Plan to vote in person or request your absentee ballot today. And encourage your colleagues, friends, and family to do the same.

Building a High-Performing Culture in a PLC at Work Model: How One Wisconsin School Raised the Bar

In today’s educational landscape, one of the most effective ways to foster growth, collaboration, and student success is through a Professional Learning Community (PLC) at Work model. Read more here.

Leveraging Authentic Engagement Principles in Continuous Improvement

At Sauk Prairie Middle School, I focus on creating a culture of continuous improvement by treating my staff as learners, recognizing that the conditions for deep learning extend beyond age and title. Read more here.

Building the Future of Education: Rhinelander’s Model for Growing Future Educators

The School District of Rhinelander is making waves in educational innovation with a commitment to fostering the next generation of educators. Amidst a nationwide shortage of teachers, Rhinelander has emerged as a beacon of hope, thanks to its comprehensive programming, strong community partnerships, and the remarkable growth of its Educators Rising Club. Read more here.

Legislative Update on 2025-27 State Budget and More

Today, AWSA and SAA lobbyist Dee Pettack provided a Legislative Update for members on the latest on the Budget and other key issues impacting education. Read more here.