October 16th EditionAWSA UpdateWisconsin’s Special Educator Induction Program Shows Promise in First YearAmidst the backdrop of nationwide staffing dilemmas, Wisconsin also finds itself grappling with unprecedented challenges in securing and retaining educators, as highlighted by DPI’s 2022 Education Preparation Program and Workforce Analysis Report. Read more here. Registration is Open for Upcoming AWSA Conferences
AWSA Store is Now OpenClick here to view and purchase AWSA merchandise! Store is open until October 25th.  The Wisconsin Challenge Academy Hosts Open House for ProfessionalsThe Challenge Academy holds two class cycles per year. Mid-January through mid-June and mid-July through mid-December. An open house for professionals will be held on November 19, 2024. Click here to learn more! October 2nd EditionAWSA UpdateOctober is National Principals’ Month: Is Your System Investing in Your Leadership ExcellenceResearch indicates that effective principals significantly impact student achievement; teacher satisfaction and retention; student attendance; and reductions in exclusionary discipline. Principals who are viewed as effective leaders provide accurate feedback, foster trust, and boost teacher commitment and job satisfaction, leading to lower turnover rates. Read more here. Celebrate National Principals Month this OctoberSuccessful schools depend on successful leadership. The AWSA staff joins Governor Tony Evers in thanking you for your dedicated service to your students and community. Organizations Working Together to Support State Action to Attract and Retain Outstanding EducatorsLast month, twelve organizations representing PK-12 and educator preparation programs met in Madison to discuss strategies for attracting and retaining outstanding educators in Wisconsin. Read more here. Determining True Progress When Cut Scores Change: A Thoughtful Tool from the Field for Elementary and Middle School LeadersThis year’s transition to new performance standards (i.e., cut scores) for the Forward Exam’s ELA and mathematics assessments (for grade 3-8 students) presents challenges in processing student outcomes relative to previous years. Sauk Prairie Middle School Principal, Tricia Rodey, enlisted a thoughtful approach. Read more here. Registration is Open for Upcoming AWSA Conferences
Last Chance to Nominate an Outstanding Associate Principal
Nominations for the State Associate Principal of the Year Award are being accepted. Nominations can be made by administrators, teachers, or other community members. Help AWSA recognize outstanding leadership by nominating an exemplary associate principal today! Nominations are due by Friday, October 11, 2024 and then applications must be submitted by Friday, October 18, 2024. Learn more here. Join us Next Week at the Elementary Principals’ ConventionJoin your peers from throughout the state at the Elementary Principals’ Convention in Elkhart Lake October 9-11. The Convention will feature sessions by Douglas Reeves, Josh Varner, WI school exemplars, and AWSA thought leaders. Register today! |