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2025 WSSDA Annual Conference Already Breaks a Record

There are several firsts for the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) annual conference this year, starting with the call for presenters. A record…
New Director of Strategic Advocacy – Welcome (Back) Logan Noel-Endres

The Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) is pleased to (re)introduce our newest staff member, Logan Noel-Endres. Logan returned to the organization earlier this…
From Forest to Funding: Learning How Trust Lands Support Washington Schools

On May 7, Russ Pfeiffer-Hoyt, chair of WSSDA’s Trust Lands Advisory Committee (TLAC), and Levon Williams, WSSDA’s policy analyst, joined the Washington Department of…
Exciting Addition to the WSSDA Staff—Meet Our New Learning & Development Specialist

The Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) is pleased to introduce our newest staff member, Rassamy X. Smith. Rassamy, WSSDA’s learning and development specialist,…
Building Tomorrow’s Workforce Today

Washington is facing a workforce dilemma. We may offer a variety of exciting opportunities in high-growth sectors and one of the highest starting salaries…
Small Schools, Big Impact

Elissa Dyson Reflects on 40 Years of Service After 40 years of school boarding, Director Elissa Dyson of the Onion Creek School District is…
School Directors and Tribal Leaders to Gather in Ridgefield

On March 21, this year’s first Convening of School Directors and Tribal Leaders takes place in Ridgefield, Washington. A rich and engaging program awaits…
Ready to Launch! How Washington Schools Are Setting the Course

If you want to get excited about the future of Washington state, look no further than the one million students in our public schools.…
Leading with Purpose: Join the Conversation

Spring is coming, which means that WSSDA regional meetings are back! We’re thrilled to hold these gatherings because they provide a unique opportunity for…
WSSDA Books Arrive at Oroville Elementary

After last fall’s WSSDA Annual Conference, WSSDA board member Whitney Smith of Eastmont School District visited Oroville Elementary School with a surprise! She brought…