
The principalship is one of the most challenging and rewarding positions within education. Join the USA-Kansas staff and other leaders new to the role in this partnership between USA-Kansas, KELI, and the Kansas Principal’s Association as we unite our work to support new leaders. This series is designed to foster a strong professional network of principals, to put research into practice within the first year of the principalship, and to provide time for intentional reflection and planning.

Day One - Understanding My School, Making the Most Out of the First 100 Days
Day Two - Building a Healthy School Culture
Day Three - Leading Learning, Getting Out of the Whirlwind
Day Four - Using Shared Leadership to Look Forward and Plan Ahead

Principals starting their first year
Principals participating in the KELI mentoring program
Principals new to Kansas wanting to build a professional network

Non-Member - $2000
USA-Kansas Member - $1000
PLN District Member - $350
Cost includes 4 days of learning, materials, and meals

DODGE CITY
9:00 a.m.-2:00p.m.
August 4, 2026
October 1, 2026
January 26, 2027
April 6, 2027
GODDARD
9:00 a.m.-2:00p.m.on
August 7, 2026
October 29, 2026
January 28, 2027
April 8, 2027
TOPEKA
9:00 a.m.-2:00p.m.
August 4, 2026
October 1, 2026
January 26, 2027
April 6, 2027
