Recognition Program: 2027 National Principal Association's (NPA) National Principal of the Year Survey

The NPA National Principal of the Year (POY) award honors principals who have succeeded in providing high-quality learning opportunities as well as demonstrating exemplary contributions to the profession. Each year, ASA selects a Principal of the Year who then is eligible for nomination to the National Principals Association (NPA - formerly NASSP) POY program.

Applications must be received by October 15th.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Must be an active member of ASA and a member of NPA at the time of nomination and will maintain membership through the conclusion of the award year.
2. Must be an active school principal for at least three years.

SELECTION CRITERIA
Nominees are judged on the following criteria:
1. Leadership for Learning - successfully meeting the needs of students
2. Communication - strength in personal & organizational communication
3. Professionalism - improvement of knowledge and skills while providing professional development and motivation to others
4. Community Involvement - active participation in local community

1.Name and Information of Nominee(Required.)

Name of nominee

School

School District

Address

City

Day Time Phone

Number of years in this position

2.Is the nominee an elementary, middle school, or high school principal?(Required.)

Elementary School (must include some portion of K-5)

Middle School (must include some portion of 6-8)

High School (must include some portion of 9-12)

3.Person nominating this candidate to complete these sections(Required.)

Name

Position

District/School

Daytime Phone