Elevating Leadership is happening now — and the energy is electric! ⚡️. It's inspiring to see these leaders come together, grow together, and get energized for the year ahead. Let’s go! 💪 #ElevatingLeadership #MESPA

💫 This is what it's all about! 💫 .The room is buzzing with energy as mentors and mentees meet for the first time! 🎉 Connections are forming, stories are being shared, and the foundation for a powerful year of growth and support is being built. #PrincipalMentors #MESPAconnects

🙌 Mentors are in the house!. Today they're diving into best practices and gearing up for another powerful year of supporting Minnesota’s newest principals. We’re so grateful for generously sharing their wisdom, time, and heart—thank you, mentors! You make all the difference. 💙

🚀 Day 2 of Leadership Launch is underway!.New principals are diving deeper into connection, reflection, and real-world strategies to lead with confidence. Huge thanks to MESPA Fellows Logan Schultz and Kelsey Johnson for guiding this powerful learning journey. 💥 #MESPA

🚀 Leadership Launch is officially underway!. Today, new principals from across Minnesota began their yearlong journey of professional learning, mentorship, and connection. The network starts now—and the impact will last all year and beyond. 💬🙌.#MESPA #SchoolLeadership

Headed to Voices That Lead? Kick off the experience early at our Pre-Conference Welcome Social! . Come connect with fellow attendees, enjoy great food, and get excited for #Voices25! Let’s launch this inaugural event together! .#MESPA

What a week at #principalsUNITED! 🎉 MESPA showed up big:.🎙 Kenny Newby's breakout + featured on the NAESP's podcast.📚 Jessica Cabeen shared her wisdom.👏 Ashley Farrington & Xavier Reed co-presented.🏆 Mitch Hegland honored as MN’s Nat’l Outstanding Asst. Principal!. #MESPA

MN principals are in Seattle early for #principalsUnited, joining the beloved Community Service Day! 💪 They're helping build new playground equipment at Bailey Gatzert Elementary—a hands-on way to lead with heart. 🛠️💙 #MESPA @NAESP

Know a new principal? Let them know about Leadership Launch — MESPA’s principal induction & mentorship program (formerly Principal Mentorship Program). Year-long support, PD, and connection they can’t miss. 🔗 #MESPA #LeadershipDevelopment #Mentorship

📣 It’s a packed house at Managing to Lead—our two-day workshop designed for principals and their admin assistants!. The energy is high, the learning is deep, and the team building is powerful! 💪📋💡 #ManagingToLead #SchoolLeadership #MESPA

BIPOC school leaders gathered to connect, reflect, and celebrate another year of powerful leadership and community. It was a reminder of the strength and joy that comes from coming together. 💙 .#MESPA @mnprincipals

📍Managing to Lead underway in White Bear Lake!. There's strong collaboration, systems building and tool sharing. Big thanks to MESPA Fellows Kelsey Johnson & Logan Schultz for their amazing support and insights!. Here’s to purposeful planning for 2025–26! #MESPA

That’s a wrap on our MTSS Workshop Series! 🙌 Held in 4 locations statewide, this session gave leadership teams time to plan, strategize, & build supports that meet their school’s needs. Huge thanks to @Slater_Curtis_ & the amazing educators working to make a difference. #MESPA

Principals + admin assistants are all smiles as they plan, laugh, and build strong systems for the 2025–26 school year. Teamwork, purpose, and a whole lot of positive energy! 🙌✨. Interested? to register for June 17-18 in WBL. #MESPA #SchoolLeadership

🎉 Heidi Meyer of Prairie Elementary, #FeaturedPrincipal 🎉. With 10+ years of servant leadership, she lifts up her staff, connects with kids daily, and builds a school culture full of heart. 💙👏 More at . #MESPA @WorthingtonD518

Mark your calendar for August 8! Voices that Lead is a powerful, one-day event designed by BIPOC leaders for school administrators. This dynamic event will launch your school year with purpose and hope. Stay tuned for details—you won’t want to miss it! @mnprincipals

🎉 Celebrating Excellence at Southview Elementary! 🎉.Southview was named a Minnesota School of Excellence — and every student joined in the celebration! 🎤🎶 The event showed Southview’s amazing spirit & commitment to kids. ❤️. 👏 Congrats, Southview!. #MESPA #SchoolOfExcellence

Know a new or incoming principal? This essential program for new principals kicks off July 29th. ✨ Year-long support.✨ Small cohorts with two mentors that meet regularly.✨ Nine workshops on relevant strategies. More information and register at

Thank you to this year's incredible MESPA Mentors. We appreciate you dedication, time, and thoughtful guidance. Thank you for sharing your expertise, fostering connection, and strengthening the future of school leadership in Minnesota! #MESPA #SchoolLeaders

🎉 We're proud to announce that @FarringtonEdu, principal of @BirchviewWPS, is @NAESP's 2025 NDP! 🇺🇸🎓 💙 From launching #AtBVYouMatter to founding MESPA’s BIPOC Affinity Group, Ashley champions equity, student belonging, and shared leadership. #MESPA #NDP2025 #SchoolLeadership