The Southwest Division meeting brought together an incredible group of principals dedicated to collaboration, learning, and growth. ๐ The energy in the room was inspiring. Together, they're building stronger schools and empowering our teams to make a lasting impact. ๐กโจ#MESPA
Southwest Division Meeting in Mankato!
Started with community circles, giving principals time to slow down, connect, and reflect together. These meaningful conversations set the tone for the dayโdeepening relationships, sharing ideas, and strengthening the supportive network.
Big moment at the Capitol! MESPA & MASSP principals had an impromptu meeting with Sen. Mary Kunesh (Ed Finance Chair) & Sen. Steve Cwodzinski (Ed Policy Chair). Grateful for their leadership & support for MN schools! #MESPA#MASSP#MNleg#PrincipalVoice#EdLeadership
๐ Senator Bill Weber joined @WorthingtonD518 as #PrincipalForADay! He got to visit school communities fPreK-12 plus the Learning Center/Community Education. Thanks to the @SenatorWeber for connecting with students & staff and Principal Meyer for organizing! ๐
The Southwest Division had an incredible meeting! ๐ Highlights included learning about Project Momentum and insights from @MnDeptEd 's Early Learning Leaders on P-3 Alignment. ๐ Great collaboration and networking! ๐ค #MESPA#StrongerTogether#EarlyLearning
Important insight for @RPS535 from @CtrEdEcon: โThe highest performing education systems in the world share a relentless focus on alignmentโฆ.They recognize that the parts and pieces of the system must all reinforce and support each other around a clear and limited set of goals."
๐ Thrilled to announce Prairie Elementary as a MN School of Excellence! ๐ They stand out for their inclusive family outreach, providing onsite interpreters, multilingual communication, and ensuring all families stay informed. ๐ซ๐ฌ #MNSoE#MESPA@WorthingtonD518
๐ Meet Liam Dawson, our #featuredprincipal ๐ His first year as a principal during the pandemic tested his resilience and adaptability. At Northside, he has championed structured literacy and talent development programs. @MrDawsonL@isd840
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Great to hear legislative stories and reasoning behind the READ act. Thanks Rep @CLYouakim and Rep @clardyForHouse, the chair and vice chair of the Ed Finance Committee, for speaking with us! @mnprincipals
Starting our day at the Capitol to advocate for MESPA's legislative priorities! Together, we're shaping policies that empower educators, support students, and strengthen our schools. #MESPAAdvocacy#EducationFirst ๐ @mnprincipals
Principal @bretdom's testifies before the Senate Ed Finance Committee, sharing how evidence based reading instruction transforms student literacy. Reading is critical to student success, and it's imperative that we prioritize their literacy needs. @mnprincipals@LakevilleAreaPS