National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals

@NAESP

National Association of Elementary School Principals: Serving all elementary and middle-level principals

Alexandria, VA

Joined March 2009

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · 13 h

January 1 marks the beginning of the calendar year, while August or September signals the start of a new school year and the return of our students. Both offer valuable opportunities to reflect, refocus, and reset our goals and strategies. Read more: edweek.org/leadership/opi…

NAESP's tweet card. My career in education has been shadowed by four words: “You can’t do it.” Here’s how I overcame self-doubt.

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · 16 h

Unlock the power of high expectations and authentic learning! 📚 Check out the session notes from “Rigor Unveiled” by @DFISHERSDSU & @NancyFrey at #principalsUNITED. Notes written by @MrsBalsbaugh: naesp.org/blog/rigor-unv…

NAESP's tweet card. Session notes from “Rigor Unveiled," presented by Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey, at UNITED: The National Conference on School Leadership.

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · 21 h

As school leaders, we face dozens of micro-crises every day. When frustration takes over, we risk reacting from emotion instead of responding with intention. Read the full article here: edutopia.org/article/reflec…

NAESP's tweet card. Reflecting and reframing before responding can help administrators preserve relationships and lead with clarity—even in the heat of the moment.

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 25

🎉Congratulations to this week's T-shirt giveaway recipients @Patrici44782991 & @kamricaawsp! We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continuous support and engagement. Thank you for being a part of the NAESP community!

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 25

📚 Instructional Leadership for Principals | At #principalsUNITED, Catherine Gardner shared actionable strategies to enhance school and classroom outcomes. Check out the insights captured by @MrsBalsbaugh: naesp.org/blog/instructi…

NAESP's tweet card. Session notes from “Instructional Leadership for Principals: 4 Levers of Improvement for Schools and Classrooms," presented by Catherine Gardner, at UNITED: The National Conference on School Leader...

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 24

🤝 @5luce captures key moments and strategies from @MoyerMatthewD, @EdCosentino11, Tara Falasco, and @PrincipalShire's inspiring #principalsUNITED session. Learn how school leaders can strengthen connections with families for greater student success: naesp.org/blog/together-…

NAESP's tweet card. Session notes from “Together We Thrive: Innovative Family Engagement for School Leaders," presented by Matt Moyer, Ed Cosentino, Tara Falasco, and Stephen Wiltshire, at UNITED: The National Confere...

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 24

💡@WMSPal shares key insights from Katie Powell's impactful #principalsUNITED session, exploring strategies for middle-level education success. Check out the session notes and uncover actionable takeaways for #edleaders: naesp.org/blog/a-profoun…

NAESP's tweet card. Session notes from “A Profound Opportunity: Educating Young Adolescents," presented by Katie Powell, at UNITED: The National Conference on School Leadership.

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 23

📸 The @NAESP NDP and NOAP Reunions were an incredible celebration of leadership and excellence in education. Thank you to all the attendees for sharing their inspiring stories and making the reunions so memorable! #WeAreNAESP #naespNDP #NOAP

NAESP's tweet image. 📸 The @NAESP NDP and NOAP Reunions were an incredible celebration of leadership and excellence in education.

Thank you to all the attendees for sharing their inspiring stories and making the reunions so memorable! #WeAreNAESP #naespNDP #NOAP

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 23

🌊 Delaney Rosenberg recaps @MinaJBlazy's eye-opening #principalsUNITED session, exploring how AI is transforming leadership in education. Read the session notes and discover the potential of generative AI in schools: naesp.org/blog/the-rippl…

NAESP's tweet card. Session notes from "The Ripple Effect: Generative AI Empowering School Leaders," presented by Mina Blazy, at UNITED: The National Conference on School Leadership.

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 23

🎓 #UNITED25 Reflections 🎓 New Hampshire principal, Delaney Rosenberg, shares her key takeaways and insights from the #principalsUNITED conference in Seattle, WA. Dive into the lessons learned and how they can inspire your leadership journey: naesp.org/blog/united25-…

NAESP's tweet card. A New Hampshire principal shares her insights and takeaways from the 2025 UNITED: The National Conference on School Leadership in Seattle.

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 23

Help students fight SOMO (Sick of Missing Out)! Lea Michele joins Lysol’s HERE for Healthy Schools to remind staff to use @Lysol Disinfecting Wipes & Disinfectant Spray (when used as directed) #LysolPartner

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 22

The @LeadIDEACenter is accepting applications for its 2025-2026 Lead IDEA Leadership Academy! This free leadership development opportunity is for PreK- Grade 12 #Principals and Assistant Principals who are looking to build IDEA expertise and lead schools that support every…

NAESP's tweet image. The @LeadIDEACenter is accepting applications for its 2025-2026 Lead IDEA Leadership Academy!

This free leadership development opportunity is for PreK- Grade 12 #Principals and Assistant Principals who are looking to build IDEA expertise and lead schools that support every…

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 22

3 Days Left to Apply |📣 Calling all principals & assistant principals! @NAESP is seeking members to join our Editorial Advisory Board. Your insights will help shape our publications & keep us at the forefront of education trends. Deadline is July 25: naesp.org/event/editoria…

NAESP's tweet card. To keep NAESP’s publications at the forefront of education issues and trends, NAESP established the Editorial Advisory Board—a group of 30 principals and assistant principals from across the country....

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 21

📸 A huge thank you to leadership legend @JohnCMaxwell for closing #principalsUNITED last week with his inspiring words on effective leadership and personal growth. What an incredible way to wrap up such a transformative conference! #WeAreNAESP

NAESP's tweet image. 📸 A huge thank you to leadership legend @JohnCMaxwell for closing #principalsUNITED last week with his inspiring words on effective leadership and personal growth.

What an incredible way to wrap up such a transformative conference! #WeAreNAESP

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 21

#ReportToParents | While your child’s teacher might have already sent their supply lists to cover the basics, you might be thinking of strategic additions that can boost the classroom experience throughout the school year. Read more: naesp.org/resource/getti…

NAESP's tweet image. #ReportToParents | While your child’s teacher might have already sent their supply lists to cover the basics, you might be thinking of strategic additions that can boost the classroom experience throughout the school year.

Read more: naesp.org/resource/getti…

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 21

Explore the many membership types @NAESP offers! From Assistant Principals to Institutional memberships, we've got you covered. Enjoy a host of benefits designed to support your leadership journey. Learn more here: naesp.org/membership/mem… #EdLeadership

NAESP's tweet image. Explore the many membership types @NAESP offers!

From Assistant Principals to Institutional memberships, we've got you covered. Enjoy a host of benefits designed to support your leadership journey.

Learn more here: naesp.org/membership/mem… #EdLeadership

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 20

While educators demonstrate enthusiasm for AI's efficiency and accessibility benefits — especially younger educators — they have a desire to preserve the human element in teaching and would like clearer guidance on AI usage. Read more: eschoolnews.com/digital-learni…

NAESP's tweet card. Overall, U.S. educators say AI tools have enhanced classroom engagement, but want clearer guidance on its use in learning.

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 20

A dozen former federal special education leaders are urging Congress to reject any efforts to move oversight of special education services out of the @usedgov, according to a letter sent to lawmakers recently. Read more: k12dive.com/news/former-sp…

NAESP's tweet card. Officials from Republican and Democratic administrations told Congress of concerns about moving the programs and consolidating their funding.

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National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals@NAESP · Jul 19

The @usedgov is resuming a partnership that will move some of its functions to another federal agency after the @USSupremeCourt struck down a lower court's order that temporarily halted mass firings & other changes to downsize the department. Read more: edweek.org/policy-politic…

NAESP's tweet card. The Education Department put arrangements to move some of its programs on hold while court battles over downsizing played out.

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