Unleash the Extraordinary at the 2010 NASSP Convention

It's not too late to join us in Phoenix for the 2010 NASSP Convention, March 12-14. Discover new approaches for school improvement and student achievement, share best practices, and leave with new ideas to take back to your school. More information

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March is National Middle Level Education Month

NASSP is marking National Middle Level Education Month by providing expert advice on what it takes to be a successful middle level leader. Check out the podcast interview with Vicki Petzko, a former middle level principal turned educational leadership professor, and much more at www.principals.org/MLMonth!

State Honorees Named in the 2010 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

NASSP congratulates the 102 outstanding youth volunteers – two from each state and the District of Columbia – recently named State Honorees by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for exemplary acts of volunteerism.
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Podcast: Sen. Al Franken Speaks to Priority of Principal Bill

NASSP Executive Director Gerald N. Tirozzi interviews Sen. Al Franken about his recently introduced bill, the Principal Recruitment and Training Act, and the prospect of Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) reauthorization.

President Obama Issues High School Commencement Challenge

Looking for a high school commencement speaker? How about President Obama? The White House and the Department of Education have unveiled a new challenge inviting public schools across the country to compete to have President Obama speak at their graduation. More information

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Helping Haiti

NASSP and its student programs, NASC, NHS, NJHS, and NEHS, are shocked and saddened by the devastating earthquake in Haiti. We encourage all of our members to extend a helping hand to our Caribbean neighbor in this difficult time. View information on how and where to donate.