Eligibility 

The AASA Women in School Leadership Award program is designed to recognize the exceptional leadership of active, front-line female leaders who are making a difference in the lives of students every day. Three awards are available: 

The Superintendent Award – awarded to any female superintendent. 

The Central Office/Principal Award – awarded to any female central office or building level leader. Equivalent job titles may include: assistant superintendent, central office administrator, school based principal/assistant principal.

The School Driven Leadership Award – awarded to any female non superintendent/principal in a leadership role.  Equivalent job titles may include: Guidance Chair, Supervisor etc.

Selection Criteria

Each candidate is judged on the following criteria:

• Leadership for Learning – creativity in successfully meeting the needs of students in her school or district. 

• Communication – strength in both personal and organizational communication. 

• Professionalism – constant improvement of administrative knowledge and skills, while providing motivation to others on the education team. 

• Community Involvement – active participation in local community activities and an understanding of regional, national, and international issues.

Application and Procedure 

• Applications must be submitted online at http://womensleadership.aasa.org/
•  Completed applications must be received online at AASA by October 11, 2019
•  Finalists are announced  November 18, 2019
•  Winners announced February 14, 2020

Selection Process 

• A panel of distinguished leaders in education will select two finalists in each category for the AASA Women in School Leadership Awards. 
• The decision will be based on the applications submitted online and supporting documents. 
• The judges will virtually interview the four finalists.
• Winners are announced at the AASA National Conference on Education.

Recognition 

• Each award recipient will receive $1,000 and a plaque. 
• Each award recipient will receive travel and lodging for the AASA National Conference on Education.