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

September:

  • 9/9/2025 at 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
  • “Leading with Transparency: Communication Protocols for Principals”
  • Presenters: Michael Maley, Superintendent, Minersville Area School District, and Shawn Fitzpatrick, Superintendent, Schuylkill Haven Area School District.
  • Session Description: Explore communication strategies from a superintendent’s perspective designed to help principals lead with clarity and transparency. This session will highlight practical protocols that build trust, strengthen relationships, and support effective school leadership.

Register Here: https://ppa13.wildapricot.org/event-6307609

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.

Register Here: https://ppa13.wildapricot.org/event-6307660

Save These Dates: 

  • 10/30/2025 at 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Connections that Count: Strengthening School Relationships
  • 11/10/2025 at 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Every Day Counts: Boosting Student Attendance
  • 12/3/2025 at TBD: Digital Safety
  • 12/11/2025 at TBD: School Safety Strategies
  • 1/7/2026 at 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Artificial Intelligence
  • 1/29/2026 at TBD: Working Smarter, Not Harder with Teacher Supervision
  • 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
  • 3/12/2026 at 1:00 PM -2:00 PM: Principals’ Lunch and Learn
  • 3/31/2026 at 1:00 PM -2:00 PM: Principals’ Lunch and Learn
  • 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

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

Please Note: The complete Fall/Winter 2025-26 Professional Development Calendar (Power Hour schedule) will soon be available.