Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA)

The 2025 AI Innovation Summit is tailored to fit your schedule and AI readiness! With multiple registration options, you can choose to attend one of the day-and-a-half options for a focused overview of AI’s impact on K-12 education, or if you are ready to go deeper, attend all three days to progress from foundational skills to real-world AI applications. #K12AISummitWA Learn more at www.waesd.org/ai-summit Presented by: AESD, Association of Washington School Principals, Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, Washington State School Directors' Association , WSIPC

🚨 Important Leg Advocacy Alert! 🚨 The first “Big Three” hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, January 22, at 1:30 p.m. in the Senate Early Learning & K–12 Education Committee, chaired by State Senator Lisa Wellman, WASA and Washington State School Directors' Association executive directors, and the Washington State PTA president will testify on behalf of all 295 school districts, presenting a clear, unified message to lawmakers. Your support is needed today to sign in “Pro” on four critical bills. Let's show our strength by unifying in one voice! Here’s how you can help: ✅ Sign in at this link: https://lnkd.in/gSGEHJHi... ✅ Select "Early Learning and K-12" under the Committee tab and choose the Jan. 22 meeting. ✅ Sign in "Pro" for these bills: SB 5187: Student Transportation SB 5192: School District Materials (MSOC) SB 5263: Special Education Funding SB 5307: Special Education Funding 🔑 Tips for signing in: 1. Select each bill and choose "I would like my position noted for the legislative record." 2. Mark your position as "Pro" and fill out your information. 3. Submit for each bill and return to the link for the next one. 💬 Share your story! After signing in, consider submitting written comments about how these bills impact your district. ⏳ Remember: Sign-in closes 1 hour before the hearing, and comments can be submitted up to 24 hours after it begins. Let’s stand together united in voice for our schools and students!✨ #EducationMatters #AdvocateForStudents #UnitedForSchools

🌟 Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 🌟 Dr. King once said, "True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice." At WASA, we draw inspiration from his unwavering commitment to equity and justice, striving to create learning environments that empower every student to achieve their goals. 🔔 Reminder: WASA offices are closed today in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Together, let’s lead with integrity and advocate for systemic change that ensures educational equity for all. #MLKDay #LeadershipTrustAdvocacy

This February, you’re invited to join us for the 2025 AI Innovation Summit to explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence in Washington State’s K-12 education system! This dynamic event would not be possible without the generous support of sponsors like Microsoft #K12AISummitWA Learn more and register today at www.waesd.org/ai-summit

📢 In the January 2025 issue of WASA Hotline, Robert Maxwell calls on school leaders to unite and amplify their voices in advocating for equitable education funding. “Hope is not passive—it’s a belief that we can create a better future for our schools and students.” 💬 Be inspired to take action and lead with purpose. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gU8tRDSN And a huge thank you to all who are featured in this month's quarterly articles: Michelle Kuss-Cybula, John Sander, Chris Woods, Ronald Banner, Mira Gobel #SchoolFunding #LeadershipInEducation #AdvocacyInAction

Teachers are the reason why our schools & students succeed. To the millions of educators across the country using their training & talents to teach our students at every level, from Pre-K to postsecondary: Thank you for your dedication and hard work! #ThankYouThursday

We are so excited for the upcoming AI Summit this February! Register now at https://lnkd.in/gNumXNjQ

Thank you Lisa Wellman and Rep Santos for spending time with us at the Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) Washington State School Directors' Association Wasbo Admin Legislative Conference. #TheBig3

Gathering with Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA), Washington State School Directors' Association & #WASBO leaders across the state at the #LegConference25.