Upcoming WSPA

Professional Development

2026-2027

Learning, connection, and timely support for Washington's K-12 human resource professionals.

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▣ Please note: Confirmations are emailed daily at 4:30 p.m. If you complete your registration after 4:30 p.m., expect your confirmation at 4:30 p.m. the following day.

2026 Professional Development

October 2026

Oct 13

Your Brain on Conflict

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Oct 21

S-275 Zoom Webinar

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Oct 27

Certificated Plans of Improvement

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November 2026

Nov 3

Coaches and Boundaries

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Nov 17

Toxicity in the Workplace: Ways to Lead Employees to a Positive Culture

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December 2026

Dec 1

Contracted Employees: Expectations, Contracts, What Qualifies, Employee/Contractor Differentiation

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Dec 4

Title IX Coordinator Foundations Level Two: Notice, Initial Assessment, and Resolution Process for K–12 Education

Puget Sound ESD
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Dec 15

Leading up to Evaluations - Setting the Stage

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2027 Professional Development

January 2027

Jan–Feb 7–4

Bargaining Team Basics Webinar Series

January 7, 14, 21 and 28; February 4
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Jan 12

Leaves

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Jan 26

RIF's/Non-Renewals

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February 2027

Feb 8

How to Be an Effective Bargaining Team

PFR
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Feb 9–10

Interest Based Analysis & Strategies for Leaders

PFR
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Feb 23

Classified Plans of Improvement

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Feb–Mar 28–3

WSPA Annual Conference

Tulalip Casino
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March 2027

Mar 16

Mandatory Reporting

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Mar 30

Certification

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April 2027

Apr 21

Washington Educator Career Fair: Spokane

Recruiter Discount: Both Fairs Recruiter Registration Candidate Registration Hotel Information Recruiter Flyer Recruiter Handbook Candidate Flyer
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Apr 27

Employee Free Speech

May 2027

May 5

CTE Certification

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May 6

Washington Educator Career Fair: Tacoma

Greater Tacoma Convention Center
Recruiter Discount: Both Fairs Recruiter Registration Candidate Registration Hotel Information Recruiter Flyer Recruiter Handbook Candidate Flyer
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May 18

Legislative Impacts on Bargaining

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More than 700 professionals across the state are part of WSPA, representing school districts and organizations of many sizes and roles. Membership is designed to provide both practical day-to-day value and long-term professional connection.

Whether you are an HR professional, district team, retiree, attorney, consultant, or education partner, there is a membership option designed to fit your role.