Principal Pathways: Aspiring Principals

• These workshops are ideal for teacher leaders, deans, assistant/associate principals, or anyone interested in learning or seeking more information about the principalship.

• You do not need to be a MESPA member to attend.

• Earn up to 13.5 BOSA CEU credits.

Here's what you can expect from this enriching experience: 

You'll gain insights into the opportunities and challenges that come with being a principal and acquire concrete strategies to prepare for the principalship. 

All participants will receive “The Principled Principal - 10 Principles for Leading Exceptional Schools”

All Participants will also receive “School Leadership that Fits"

Hear from our amazing group of

experienced panelists.

Highlights of these workshops include: 

• Understand the opportunities and challenges of a principalship 

• Learn about your leadership strengths

• A panel discussion with experienced principals 

• Exercises to explore and enhance your leadership characteristics 

• Guidance on crafting your leadership speech 

• Effective job search strategies 

• Tips for what to do once you've secured a principal position 

• Information on support throughout your journey

In-person workshops:

November 6, 2025 & March 3, 2026:

8 AM - 3 PM at Bethel University's Anderson Center

February 4, 2026:

9-10:30 AM at Institute

Radisson Blu at the MOA 

Locations:

Bethel University's Anderson Center

2 Pine Tree Dr.

Arden Hills, MN 55112

Radisson Blu at the MOA (Institute)

2100 Killebrew Drive

Bloomington, MN 55425

Hotels for the Anderson Center:

DoubleTree by Hilton Roseville,  special rate $119 + tax per night. Only 10 minutes away from the Anderson Center. There's a good restaurant and bar in the hotel.

Holiday Inn Express in Roseville, special rate of $117 + tax per night. Only 10 minutes away from the Anderson Center. Contact Christine@mespa.net for reservation information. There's no restaurant or bar in the hotel.