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AWSP Membership

Membership in the Association of Washington School Principals allows you to enter the company of school leaders who understand the difference an effective organization can make in their careers.

AWSP is the state’s preeminent professional association for public and private building principals, assistant principals and principal interns. We are in the business of helping school leaders advance professionally by providing training, advocacy and guidance on related issues.

By joining AWSP, you are one of 3,500+ active or retired members statewide, from the ranks of both public and private schools. Nearly 98 percent of all school principals belong to AWSP.


Change of status? 

If you are a current member and have a change of status to report, please fill out our online form.


 

Membership Levels and Benefits

Download the new AWSP Membership Benefits Brochure.

AWSP offers four levels of membership: Active, Associate, Emeritus and Intern. As an AWSP member, you gain access to key benefits and resources, including:

  • Professional Development – Only AWSP offers training specifically designed to meet the needs of today’s school principal. Participate in one of AWSP’s workshops or conferences at a location near you.
  • Legal Support  – All AWSP members, regardless of membership level, can consult with our executives for career or situational advice. Individuals with an Active Membership enjoy automatic membership into a national principals' association (NAESP or NASSP). Through a national affiliation, active members are protected against unexpected legal expenses due to actions suddenly directed against them, with up to $1,000,000 for individual professional liability and up to $10,000 for legal fees for job-protection defense claims, based on continuous years of membership.
  • Employment Resources – As an AWSP member, you have job search assistance literally at your fingertips through the employment section of our Web site. When you are looking for a new position, let AWSP help you by visiting the Jobs section of our Web site and links to other school leadership opportunities.
  • Publications and the Web – AWSP brings you award-winning publications, from our magazine, The Principal News, to our e-newsletters (Principal Matters, Fast Forward) and Web site—all designed to help you be a better informed, more effective leader. Members also have exclusive access to The Principal's Handbook, a members-only section of the Web site filled with sample letters, tip sheets and other helpful resources such as GPS: Great Principal Strategies. For information on accessing the members-only pages of the AWSP Web site (how to reset your member ID and/or password), click this link: Accessing the Members-only Pages.
  • Governmental Relations – AWSP is an active player in the legislative process, testifying on state and national issues that directly affect schools and the role of the principal. Members can keep tabs on the state Legislature each session through our e-newsletter, Legislative Update.
  • Media/P.R. Consulting – Whether you’re looking for strategies for dealing with reporters or searching for a fresh take on your “welcome back” letter to staff, AWSP can offer you personalized support on a variety of communications issues.
  • Additional Benefits – Active members (through national association affiliation) can take advantage of discounts on books and other education-related products and services from businesses that support principal leadership.

Learn more about the benefits of AWSP membership.
 

Ready to Join?

Not yet a member? Visit the "Join AWSP" page to download a registration form. 

To learn more about membership in AWSP, check out our Member Benefits page, review the AWSP Membership Categories, or contact Annalee Braley, AWSP membership services support, at 360.357.7951 or annalee@awsp.org.