ASSOCIATION OF WASHINGTON STUDENT LEADERS

DEVELOPING THE LEADER IN EACH AND EVERY STUDENT.

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The Association of Washington Student Leaders (AWSL), a division of the Washington School Principals Education Foundation, exists to ensure every student has the opportunity to lead and make a positive impact in their schools, communities, and lives.

Through engaging, hands-on programs and meaningful curriculum, AWSL helps schools build strong cultures grounded in student voice, connection, and social and emotional growth.

Designed for all students who lead, not just those with titles, AWSL creates inclusive opportunities that develop leadership, strengthen community, and support student success for each and every learner.

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Current Program Offerings from AWSL

Service to Schools

To fulfill our mission, the Association of Washington Student Leaders offers various training opportunities: camps, retreats, conferences, publications, and workshops. Guided by intentional goals and objectives, AWSL is recognized as a national model of excellence. Learn more about our programs and our rich, 70-year history of service to schools.

Nonprofit Organization

The Association of Washington School Principals, through its foundation (Washington School Principals Education Foundation), is the proud sponsor of the Association of Washington Student Leaders (AWSL).

The Washington School Principals Education Foundation is the philanthropic, non-profit partner of the Association of Washington School Principals.

AWSL provides high-quality student leadership development opportunities to students and schools in Washington and is a national leader in leadership programs and curriculum. Through various training opportunities and programs, we strive to improve schools by strengthening the belief that all students can lead. Our programs and initiatives serve school leaders (students, adults, and administration) to grow, support, and sustain school leaders throughout the school continuum.

The Washington School Principals Education Foundation is a 501(C)(3) organization (Tax Identification number 91-1153112).