Fall 2021 Direct Newsmagazine
Hard copies will reach mailboxes in the coming days. Until then, here is the electronic version of our Fall 2021 issue. To see past issues, visit wssda.org/direct.
A Transformed Annual Conference
This November, a transformed Annual Conference promises to transform you, too. The conference has been redesigned to be a little faster paced with a bit of a multi-media experience added to the mix. Attendees can look forward to many voices for inspiration, rejuvenation, and…
General Assembly IN A FEW SIMPLE STEPS—A GUIDE TO SUCCESS
General Assembly is one of the most important school board events of the year because the outcome guides WSSDA’s discussions with legislators for the year to come. By voting on legislative and permanent positions, the assembly is where school directors update WSSDA’s advocacy platform. Below is an outline…
WSSDA’s Annual Conference goes Hybrid
This year’s conference will be offered as a hybrid – both in-person at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue and virtually from the comfort of your home, workplace or anywhere. In-person attendance is limited to 800 to ensure the safety and comfort of our guests. Currently,…
WSSDA General Assembly Rescheduled to Oct 29 and 30
Registration is open for WSSDA’s rescheduled General Assembly, which will now be held virtually. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, October 29, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the following day. The event handbook has also been…
Regional Meetings go Hybrid
All of our state’s school directors should have the opportunity to participate in regional meetings. To allow that to happen, WSSDA is announcing the addition of a hybrid option. School directors now have the choice of attending regional meetings in-person or virtually. Also new this year We…
Continuing the Conversation around Equity August 17
School directors are invited to continue the conversation around having equity discussions with the community. Join Washington School Administrators Association (WASA) members for our next webinar on August 17 from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom. This session will offer proactive strategies for leading,…
Fall Regional Meetings start September 9
Mark your calendars for the upcoming fall regional meetings, organized by director areas. Meetings kick off September 9 in Prescott and conclude October 28 in Bethel. Meeting dates and registration Go to wssda.org/regionalmeetings to find your meeting date and sign up. If you’re not…
Free Aug. 4 Webinar: Tips for How to Have Difficult and Emotionally Charged Conversations
WASA, AWSP, and WSSDA are excited to offer this timely—and complimentary—Lunch and Learn Zoom. We are proud to welcome Michael Grinder, Nonverbal Communication Expert, Michael Grinder & Associates, as he leads us through “Tips for How to Have Difficult and Emotionally Charged Conversations.” DATE/TIMEAugust…
Interim: Mastery-based Learning
WSSDA’s strategic advocacy team hosted the fourth Leg Reps Learn of the 2021 interim. These webinars will be offered at no cost to WSSDA members on topics related to WSSDA’s advocacy efforts. Leg Reps Learn This week’s Leg Reps Learn webinar focused on mastery-based…