May 2009 (vol. 38, no. 4) "Have fun in your command. Don’t always run at a breakneck pace. Take leave when you’ve earned it: spend time with your families.”
Colin L. Powell
March 2009 (vol. 38, no. 3) Special Awards Issue I am passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and have made it my mission in life to do so.
Dr. Gail M. Swor MESPA 2008 National Distinguished Principal principal, Poplar Bridge Elementary, Bloomington
December 2008 (vol. 38, no. 2) Many principals are searching for ways to get schools to the next level. Leaders who build true Professional Learning Communities understand the power of going beyond the buzzwords. It takes time, of course, and skills, commitment, and a clear sense of purpose to get there. But it is worth it. We have found over and over again working with all kinds of schools, that when the instructional leader takes the steps, the results are outstanding in terms of culture, community, and student achievement.
Rob Bocchino Heart of Change MESPA Institute 2009 keynote speaker
Mission: The Minnesota Elementary School Principals' Association is dedicated to promoting and improving education for children and youth, strengthening the role as educational leader for elementary and middle level principals, and collaborating with partners in education to assist in achieving these goals.
Leading schools toward excellence through the MESPA vision to be the premiere resource for preparing today's principals for tomorrow and a strong leading voice for public education.
Minnesota Elementary School Principals' Association
