High-stakes conversations require empathy, confidence, and strong communication skills. Verle Gilbert and Alisa Harwell will share practical tools to de-escalate tension, give feedback, and guide difficult conversations toward resolution. Register at memspa.org/events/summer-leaβ¦.
On #SchoolPrincipalsDay, we celebrate the principals whose leadership drives student success. Second only to teachers in influencing student outcomes, your commitment strengthens every classroom. Thank you for all you do! #WeAreNAESP
Last @MEMSPA Board meeting as Past President on Friday.
Grateful for the people and the work over the past 10 years.
Not an ending. A transition. Thinking more about the long game of this profession, especially the parts we donβt always talk about.
Looking ahead.
Exciting News! The Call for Presentations and Early Bird Registration for the 53rd Annual Conference for Middle Level Education are NOW OPEN!
View the schedule overview, registration breakdown (with group discounts available), and presentation formats: amle.org/annual#AMLE26
Proud to collaborate with education leaders like Dr. Glenn Maleyko, Michigan State Superintendent, who joined our MEMSPA Board meeting today to discuss how we can better support Michiganβs principals and students. #LeadWithUS
In the opening session of #NSLAC26 Tracy D. Hilliard, principal, Urbana Elementary, and chair, ASCA Advisory Committee, identifies intentional ways schools can enlist students to advocate for student success and drive school improvement. #ASCAleads#PrincipalsAdvocate
Had the opportunity to attend one of President Gilbertβs school visits at Farms Intermediate in Hartland yesterday! Inspiring to connect with Principal Crystal Briskey and Tom Ureche. π #MEMSPAConnects#MichiganPrincipals#PrincipalSpotlight
#MEMSPA100 is off to a fantastic start. President Gilbert opened our day and heard from special @NAESP guests, Dr. Earl Franks and Dr. Carmen Maring. #LeadWithUs
Was a great day yesterday connecting with a couple dozen building leaders, our @Lifetouch partners and visiting @MEMSPA President Verle Gilbertβs Hahn Intermediate building and meeting his amazing staff! LeadWithUs
A massive thank you to all our dedicated leaders from across the state. Your commitment, insightful discussions, and tireless service continue to elevate our association and community to new heights.
π@MEMSPA#LeadWithUs#Leadership#StrategicPlanning
Double the inspiration today! π«β¨ Visited two amazing TCAPS buildings with Principals Swegles and Kay. Both facilities showcase this communityβs dedication to excellence! Proud to see such community-focused leadership! @MEMSPA#PrincipalSpotlight#MEMSPAConnects#LeadPositive
MEMSPA's Executive Board met with Executive Director, Dr. Shanna Spickard, and Associate Executive Director, Kimberly Gillow to prepare for the strategic planning work that will take place this fall.
Superintendent Degenfelder greeted the 307PLA attendees this afternoon recognizing the important work of principals and the need to collaborate with peers across the state. #waemsp#307PLA#WyDeptEd