Professional Development Calendar – POWER HOURS

The PA Principals Association develops a Professional Development Calendar during the course of the year with new professional learning offerings for members. There is no cost associated with the Power Hour sessions, but registration is required to have access to the Zoom webinars.

This is a great opportunity to network and share with other principals and school leaders!
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CALENDAR

Fall/Winter 2025-2026

October:

  • 10/9/2025 at 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
  • “Successfully Navigating the Online Testing Mandates”
  • Presenters: Panel of seasoned leaders who have survived and thrived in this experience!
  • Session Description: In this professional development session, a panel of experienced leaders will share their strategies, lessons learned, and best practices for navigating the complexities of online assessments. Participants will engage in collaborative discussions, gain practical insights, and leave with actionable ideas to strengthen their own approach to managing online testing.

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  • 10/30/2025 at 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
  • “Connections that Count: Strengthening School Relationships”
  • Presenter: Peg Foster, East I Regional Service Specialist
  • Session Description: Developing strong relationships with your school’s stakeholders is key to a successful and vibrant school culture. Join this one-hour group discussion to talk about relationships with your stakeholder groups and how foster a positive environment for learning.

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November:

  • 11/10/2025 at 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
  • “Every Day Counts: Boosting Student Attendance”
  • Presenters: Shanna Bradfield, Allegheny IU3 Training and Consultation Coordinator, and Lauren Baugham, Principal at Myrtle Avenue Elementary
  • Session Description: Administrators will gain practical, research-based strategies for implementing tiered attendance supports—ranging from universal prevention efforts to targeted, individualized interventions—ensuring all students are present, engaged, and ready to learn. Presented by experienced practitioners, this session will also emphasize the pivotal role of school leaders in championing attendance as a cornerstone of student success and overall school achievement.

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Save These Dates: 

  • 12/3/2025 at TBD: Digital Safety
  • 12/11/2025 at TBD: Managing Special Needs Populations During Emergencies – Presenter: Aaron Vanatta, Director of Campus Safety and Chief of School Police at the Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children
  • 1/7/2026 at 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Artificial Intelligence – Presenter: Dr. Che Regina, Asst. Supt. for Innovation and Education, Methacton SD
  • 1/29/2026 at TBD: Supporting Middle to High School Transition: When the Only Constant is Change – Presenters: Dr. Dan Beck and the administrative team from Upper St. Clair School District
  • 2/9/2026 at 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Building Teams of Leaders
  • 2/25/2026 at 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Principals’ Lunch and Learn – Presenter: Rob Baier, Pennsylvania Lead, Innovamat
  • 3/12/2026 at 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Principals’ Lunch and Learn – Presenter: Amit Parihar, Vice President of Growth, Toddle App
  • 3/31/2026 at 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Principals’ Lunch and Learn – Presenter: Meghan Schafer, EF Educational Tours
  • 4/7/2026 at 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Staff Appreciation Week Idea Exchange
  • 4/15/2026 at 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Principals’ Lunch and Learn – Presenter: Kimberly Keel, Kades-Margolis Corporation

Please note: Additional details and registration links for these sessions will be provided later.

For further information or any questions, please contact Dr. Beth Haldeman, Director of Professional Development, PA Principals Association, at haldeman@paprincipals.org