Duluth Area Managing to Lead: Finding Time for What Matters Most - at Work & Home

Start
16 Jun 2026
End
17 Jun 2026
Schedule
2 sessions
#1.
16 Jun 2026, 8:00 AM 3:00 PM (CDT)
#2.
17 Jun 2026, 8:00 AM 3:00 PM (CDT)
Location
Duluth Public Schools Service Center, 709 Portia Johnson Dr, Duluth, MN 55811
Spaces left
28

Registration

(depends on selected options)

Base fee:

Managing to Lead (cost includes one Principal) – $350.00
Cost is for one Principal (you must also sign-up at least one "guest" office staff member for $150 when prompted).

Duluth

Area

Managing to Lead

Finding time for what matters most
at work and home

A Two-day workshop for principals and their administrative staff in effective organization and collaboration

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Where:

Duluth Public Schools District Service Center

709 Portia Johnson Dr. Board rooms 1,2,3

Duluth, MN 55811

When:

Tuesday, June 16 and Wednesday, 17, 2026

8:00am-3pm

Who:

Principal (must attend) and office staff member(s)

Cost:

$500 includes cost of Principal and one Office Staff member, each additional office staff member $150:

Cost breakdown: $350 for one Principal MUST bring at least ONE "guest" Office Staff Member $150 (both must attend both days)
$150 for each additional office staff member
Breakfast and lunch are included both days

CEUs:

Principals will receive a BOSA CEU Certificate for 11 credit hours

PELSB Certificate of Attendance: for 11 credit hours available upon request

Workshop description:

Join us for a dynamic 2-day "Managing to Lead” Workshop. This session is tailored for principals and their office staff, offering invaluable insights and practical strategies for effective organization and collaboration. Together, we'll explore over 20 different strategies and techniques to streamline workflow, prioritize tasks, and create a culture of collaboration.

The session will include:

Leadership strategies focused on culture, systems, and communication
Identifying team member's strengths and leading with your genius
Opportunities to build positive, collaborative, and productive relationships
More than 20 different organizational tools and strategies
Strategies to use Artificial Intelligence to Streamline Office Efficiencies and Processes
Time to explore and build a system that is unique to the skills and strategies that work best for your team
Explore Distributive Leadership Principles for Collaborative and Empowered Teams
Set specific goals for professional and personal growth
Time to Collaborate and Plan for the Upcoming School Year
A materials list for items you should bring will be sent to you prior to the start of the workshop.

The closest hotels near the venue are:

Tru By Hilton Duluth Mall Area (2 min. drive to venue)

503 Clearwood Dr, Duluth, MN 55811

Residence Inn by Duluth Marriott (5 min. drive to venue)

517 W Central Entrance, Duluth, MN 55811

Hampton Inn & Suites Duluth North/Mall Area (6 min. drive to venue)

1002 Mall Drive, Duluth, MN 55811

MESPA is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization

1970 Oakcrest Avenue, Suite 204
Roseville, Minnesota, 55113