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The annual state conference includes five general sessions, 36 Learning Labs and 40 Roundtable Discussions. Bestselling author and award-winning educator Baruti Kafele is the featured motivational speaker. Principal Kafele - as he is famously called - is known for his insight into leadership practices and his focus on deep reflection as a way to become a more effective school leader. His presentation will focus on his thought-provoking book, What is My Value Instructionally to the Teachers I Supervise? He turns his attention to instructional leadership—a crucial, complex, and sometimes neglected facet of leading a school.

Department of Education Colloquium

This all-day conference event will feature Secretary of Education Dr. Jeffery Smith and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jenna Conway, as well as VDOE staff, presenting on topics important to middle and high school administrators.

Brief History of the Annual Conference

VASSP-VDOE-VFEL Updates

The 98th Virginia Middle and High School Principals Conference & Exposition will feature renowned speakers and provide opportunities for professional development, networking, and advocacy. The Call for Presentations is now open, allowing members to share their expertise and experiences. The conference will also include discussions on educational policy, best practices in school leadership, and the latest developments in secondary education.

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Join us for the Professional Practices & Symposium - a day of professional development and networking with fellow middle level and high school principals

and assistant principals.

Call for Presentations

School Law Clinic: Real Answers for Real Leadership Challenges

Today’s principals face increasingly complex legal questions. The School Law Clinic on June 22, 2026, offers a unique, interactive opportunity to engage directly with legal experts and get practical answers to the issues you encounter every day. This session is one of the most popular events at the state conference.

Bring your questions and leave with clarity, confidence, and strategies you can implement immediately. This is not a lecture—it’s a working session built around your real-world challenges.

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