Workshops and Events

Managing to Lead

Join us for the 2-day workshop for principals and their administrative assistant or their entire admin office. Offered in three locations:


Registration info 

May 14, 2-3pm

Results of the MN Principals Survey

  • Webinar presented by Katie Pekel and Sara Kemper
  • Data represents voices of over 1,100 school leaders across the state
  • Thanks to those who participated
  • No registration necessary

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June, 8:30am-3pm

Whole Child Classroom Management

  • 6 CEUs
  • In partnership with Till360
  • Bring your team or come by yourself
  • Three locations:


June, 2026

Transforming Self and Systems: Name it, tame it, frame it, claim it

  • Register by May 1
  • Held virtually
  • Up to 8 CEUs
  • In partnership with MDE
  • Held weekly in June:
    • June 8, 10-11am
    • June 15, 10-11am
    • June 22, 10-11am
    • June 29, 10-11am

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Principal Pathways 2026-27


July 28-29: Kick-off

Leadership Launch

  • Small cohorts of 3-4 peers and two mentors who meet regularly
  • Nine workshops throughout the year on essential, need-to-know and practical topics 
  • Support for the entire school year
  • Develop a plan for your first 90 days
  • Build the foundation of your professional support network

July 30: Kick-off

Elevating Leadership

  • Specifically designed for second- and third-year principals
  • Four in-person workshops throughout the school year about relevant, actionable strategies
  • Learn how to foster a thriving school culture
  • Refine and improve systems in your school
  • Sustain momentum and avoid leadership burnout

Sept 23: Kick-off

Empowering Excellence

  • 4-part series throughout the year
  • Designed for experienced principals (years 6-35)
  • Leadership development: creating hope, fostering growth and reflecting on purpose
  • Practical tools and collaborative learning
  • See preview

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Nov 5: Kick-off

Aspiring Principals

  • 3-part series throughout the year

  • Two in-person, one virtual
  • Designed for teacher leaders, deans, assistant principals
  • Help to launch your career into the principalship
  • Hear from successful leaders in the field
  • Gain valuable insights on preparing for employment in a leadership role.

More Signature Professional Development


Oct and Nov

Legal Seminars

  • 4-part series throughout the year
  • Designed for experienced principals (years 6-35)
  • Leadership development: creating hope, fostering growth and reflecting on purpose
  • Practical tools and collaborative learning

Ongoing, year-long learning

On Demand Professional Development

15-45 CEUs Each


7 Curated Classes
Earn up to 260 CEUs
Courses include:
  • Culturally responsive teaching
  • Practical Strategies for High-Impact Leadership
  • Creating a Vision for Equity in Education
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Roseville, Minnesota, 55113
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