NASSP's National Education Leadership Awards Gala

Dr. Eric Eshbach, Executive Director, PA's Assistant Principal of the Year, Danielle Ambrosia, and PA's Principal of the Year, Dr. David Wiedlich.

PA's Principal of the Year Recognized by PA Principals Association

Dr. Eric Eshbach, Executive Director, presented PA's 2026 Principal of the Year, Dr. David Wiedlich, with an award on Feb. 24, 2026, at the Radnor Township School District School Board meeting.

PA's 2026 Principal of the Year Recognized

Dr. David Wiedlich was joined at the Capitol by his family and Dr. Eric Eshbach, Executive Director, where he was recognized on the Senate Floor as the 2026 Principal of the Year by senators from his district.

News & Announcements

House Advances Legislation to Start AI Public Education Campaign
The House today passed legislation authored by Reps. Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny) and Joe Ciresi (D-Montgomery) to create a campaign to educate Pennsylvanians about the potential benefits and risks of artificial… Read More
Act 93 Bill Advances Through House Education Committee After Years of PA Principals Association Efforts
After five years of diligent advocacy by the PA Principals Association, legislation to amend Act 93 has reached a major milestone. Yesterday, HB 2544 (Rep. Paul Takac, D) was passed… Read More
A Fun Update from our Newest Silver-Level Sponsor – Books Are Fun
Lebanon County elementary schools participate in book distribution Two Lebanon County elementary schools participated in a book distribution to help promote reading and literacy. Annville Elementary and Cleona Elementary Schools… Read More

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School Leader Paradigm - Becoming While Doing

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Leader of Leaders Collaborative - Third Cohort - Beginning in July 2026

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