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NAESP is the only national association dedicated to serving elementary and middle-level principals who represent 35 million children in pre-K through grade 8.

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NAESP invites you to join Pre-K-12 school leaders from across the nation for the premier summer event designed to elevate leadership and impact student success – while enjoying an unforgettable family experience at Disney.

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Latest News and Events

Middle-Level Education Month
3/1/26 – 3/31/26
Celebrating Principals and Assistant Principals Leading the Middle Grades.
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2/24/26
Maryland Principal Elected NAESP Vice President, New Zone Directors Announced
Ed Cosentino has been elected to serve as NAESP vice president, Equetta Jones, Karen Bennett, and Annette Sanchez will…
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2/21/26 in Featured 1, Beyond the Bell
A Family Guide to Safe AI Use for Kids
Families can use these practical strategies to support healthy habits that help kids explore artificial intelligence safely and responsibly.
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Communicator, February 2026, Volume 49, Issue 6
12 Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Black History
Help kids connect with Black history through experiential learning, cross‑curricular projects, and community engagement.
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Communicator, February 2026, Volume 49, Issue 6
How Fun Traditions Move Attendance in the Right Direction
Here’s how one Texas school uses attendance incentives, dance party drop-offs, TikTok trends, and character‑building fundraisers to boost attendance.
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