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Contact Vern Hazard at vern.hazard@capturingkidshearts.org to learn how MEMSPA partner Capturing Kids’ Hearts® can serve your schools.
February 18, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Contact Vern Hazard at vern.hazard@capturingkidshearts.org to learn how MEMSPA partner Capturing Kids’ Hearts® can serve your schools.
Same supplies. Same instructions. Completely unique results—just like leadership! 🎨 Every MEMSPA leader brings their own creativity, perspective, and heart to their work, shaping Michigan’s schools in one-of-a-kind ways. #LeadWithUs
February 18, 2026 at 2:43 PM
Same supplies. Same instructions. Completely unique results—just like leadership! 🎨 Every MEMSPA leader brings their own creativity, perspective, and heart to their work, shaping Michigan’s schools in one-of-a-kind ways. #LeadWithUs
Are you passionate about connecting with people, developing strategic partnerships, and creating value for members? Join our team as our next Membership and Partnership Specialist!
Check out the full job description (shorturl.at/oLeFG), and send your questions and applications to shanna@memspa.org.
Check out the full job description (shorturl.at/oLeFG), and send your questions and applications to shanna@memspa.org.
February 18, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Are you passionate about connecting with people, developing strategic partnerships, and creating value for members? Join our team as our next Membership and Partnership Specialist!
Check out the full job description (shorturl.at/oLeFG), and send your questions and applications to shanna@memspa.org.
Check out the full job description (shorturl.at/oLeFG), and send your questions and applications to shanna@memspa.org.
🚨 Last call to register for MEMSPA’s Women in Education: Leading the Way—a powerful day of connection, growth, and inspiration!
🌟 Earn 5.75 SCECHs
📸 Enjoy free professional headshots
🎨 Join our optional Paint & Sip at Brush Studios tonight
memspa.org/events/women-in-education-leading-the-way
🌟 Earn 5.75 SCECHs
📸 Enjoy free professional headshots
🎨 Join our optional Paint & Sip at Brush Studios tonight
memspa.org/events/women-in-education-leading-the-way
February 17, 2026 at 3:51 PM
🚨 Last call to register for MEMSPA’s Women in Education: Leading the Way—a powerful day of connection, growth, and inspiration!
🌟 Earn 5.75 SCECHs
📸 Enjoy free professional headshots
🎨 Join our optional Paint & Sip at Brush Studios tonight
memspa.org/events/women-in-education-leading-the-way
🌟 Earn 5.75 SCECHs
📸 Enjoy free professional headshots
🎨 Join our optional Paint & Sip at Brush Studios tonight
memspa.org/events/women-in-education-leading-the-way
Proof principals make great leaders! #LeadWithUs
February 16, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Proof principals make great leaders! #LeadWithUs
Sharing lots of love today for Michigan’s elementary and middle school leaders. ❤️
To every principal and school leader going above and beyond for students, staff, and families—your heart for kids is what makes our schools shine.
Happy Valentine’s Day from MEMSPA! 💙
To every principal and school leader going above and beyond for students, staff, and families—your heart for kids is what makes our schools shine.
Happy Valentine’s Day from MEMSPA! 💙
February 14, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Sharing lots of love today for Michigan’s elementary and middle school leaders. ❤️
To every principal and school leader going above and beyond for students, staff, and families—your heart for kids is what makes our schools shine.
Happy Valentine’s Day from MEMSPA! 💙
To every principal and school leader going above and beyond for students, staff, and families—your heart for kids is what makes our schools shine.
Happy Valentine’s Day from MEMSPA! 💙
Day 5—final Rising Leaders facilitator! Meet David McKay, Metro Detroit principal & data-driven leader.
Advance your leadership at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Don’t miss out! Details & register: memspa.org/events/rising-leaders #LeadWithUs
Advance your leadership at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Don’t miss out! Details & register: memspa.org/events/rising-leaders #LeadWithUs
February 13, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Day 5—final Rising Leaders facilitator! Meet David McKay, Metro Detroit principal & data-driven leader.
Advance your leadership at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Don’t miss out! Details & register: memspa.org/events/rising-leaders #LeadWithUs
Advance your leadership at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Don’t miss out! Details & register: memspa.org/events/rising-leaders #LeadWithUs
MEMSPA Executive Director Shanna Spickard joined Michigan educational leaders this week at the NAESP National School Leaders Advocacy Conference in Washington, DC.
They met with lawmakers on Capitol Hill, sharing firsthand insights to shape national policy. #LeadWithUS #NSLAC26
They met with lawmakers on Capitol Hill, sharing firsthand insights to shape national policy. #LeadWithUS #NSLAC26
February 13, 2026 at 1:39 PM
MEMSPA Executive Director Shanna Spickard joined Michigan educational leaders this week at the NAESP National School Leaders Advocacy Conference in Washington, DC.
They met with lawmakers on Capitol Hill, sharing firsthand insights to shape national policy. #LeadWithUS #NSLAC26
They met with lawmakers on Capitol Hill, sharing firsthand insights to shape national policy. #LeadWithUS #NSLAC26
Women in Leadership: Leading the Way
Feb 18 - 8AM-5PM - Grand Valley State U, Grand Rapids
Join inspiring keynotes, wellness breakouts, headshots & networking!
Time's running out—register now:
memspa.org/events/women-in-education-leading-the-way
#WomenInEd #LeadWithUs
Feb 18 - 8AM-5PM - Grand Valley State U, Grand Rapids
Join inspiring keynotes, wellness breakouts, headshots & networking!
Time's running out—register now:
memspa.org/events/women-in-education-leading-the-way
#WomenInEd #LeadWithUs
February 13, 2026 at 1:13 PM
Women in Leadership: Leading the Way
Feb 18 - 8AM-5PM - Grand Valley State U, Grand Rapids
Join inspiring keynotes, wellness breakouts, headshots & networking!
Time's running out—register now:
memspa.org/events/women-in-education-leading-the-way
#WomenInEd #LeadWithUs
Feb 18 - 8AM-5PM - Grand Valley State U, Grand Rapids
Join inspiring keynotes, wellness breakouts, headshots & networking!
Time's running out—register now:
memspa.org/events/women-in-education-leading-the-way
#WomenInEd #LeadWithUs
Collaboration in action! These incredible educators powered through Thoughtful Leaders Weekend 2 — MEMSPA's transformative cohort for principals ready to boost impact, connect with peers, and lead with purpose. #LeadWithUs
February 12, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Collaboration in action! These incredible educators powered through Thoughtful Leaders Weekend 2 — MEMSPA's transformative cohort for principals ready to boost impact, connect with peers, and lead with purpose. #LeadWithUs
Day 4 of facilitator intros for Rising Leaders! Meet Dr. David Simpson, former MEMSPA President & MSU Ph.D.
MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Forge connections & create action plans! Details & register: memspa.org/events/rising-leaders #LeadWithUS
MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Forge connections & create action plans! Details & register: memspa.org/events/rising-leaders #LeadWithUS
February 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Day 4 of facilitator intros for Rising Leaders! Meet Dr. David Simpson, former MEMSPA President & MSU Ph.D.
MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Forge connections & create action plans! Details & register: memspa.org/events/rising-leaders #LeadWithUS
MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Forge connections & create action plans! Details & register: memspa.org/events/rising-leaders #LeadWithUS
Explore how MEMSPA partner Renaissance Intelligence connects assessment, practice, and instruction to give you clearer insight into every student: www.renaissance.com/renaissance-intelligence
Thank you to Renaissance for supporting Michigan's school leaders and the work of MEMSPA.
Thank you to Renaissance for supporting Michigan's school leaders and the work of MEMSPA.
February 12, 2026 at 2:12 PM
Explore how MEMSPA partner Renaissance Intelligence connects assessment, practice, and instruction to give you clearer insight into every student: www.renaissance.com/renaissance-intelligence
Thank you to Renaissance for supporting Michigan's school leaders and the work of MEMSPA.
Thank you to Renaissance for supporting Michigan's school leaders and the work of MEMSPA.
The MEMSPA Foundation is proud to help create spaces where students feel safe, seen, and ready to learn. Thanks to a Safe Spaces Grant, Brandywine Elementary opened the “Bobcat Break Room” — a calm room designed for emotional regulation and reset.
February 11, 2026 at 6:35 PM
The MEMSPA Foundation is proud to help create spaces where students feel safe, seen, and ready to learn. Thanks to a Safe Spaces Grant, Brandywine Elementary opened the “Bobcat Break Room” — a calm room designed for emotional regulation and reset.
Day 3 introducing Rising Leaders facilitators! Meet Dr. Amanda McKay, 23-year educator & Oakland ISD supervisor.
Elevate your path at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders conference: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Details & register: memspa.org/rising-leaders #LeadWithUs
Elevate your path at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders conference: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Details & register: memspa.org/rising-leaders #LeadWithUs
February 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Day 3 introducing Rising Leaders facilitators! Meet Dr. Amanda McKay, 23-year educator & Oakland ISD supervisor.
Elevate your path at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders conference: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Details & register: memspa.org/rising-leaders #LeadWithUs
Elevate your path at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders conference: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Details & register: memspa.org/rising-leaders #LeadWithUs
🚀 Turn research into impact!
MEMSPA partner @LexiaLearning hosts Science of Reading Week March 2–4, 12–1PM ET — 3 days of live sessions on literacy leadership, district transformation & AI-powered instruction.
Register now! ➡️ it.shorturl.at/xcTP9
MEMSPA partner @LexiaLearning hosts Science of Reading Week March 2–4, 12–1PM ET — 3 days of live sessions on literacy leadership, district transformation & AI-powered instruction.
Register now! ➡️ it.shorturl.at/xcTP9
February 11, 2026 at 2:59 PM
🚀 Turn research into impact!
MEMSPA partner @LexiaLearning hosts Science of Reading Week March 2–4, 12–1PM ET — 3 days of live sessions on literacy leadership, district transformation & AI-powered instruction.
Register now! ➡️ it.shorturl.at/xcTP9
MEMSPA partner @LexiaLearning hosts Science of Reading Week March 2–4, 12–1PM ET — 3 days of live sessions on literacy leadership, district transformation & AI-powered instruction.
Register now! ➡️ it.shorturl.at/xcTP9
Day 2 of our Rising Leaders facilitator spotlight! Meet Mike Domagalski, former MEMSPA President & innovative principal.
MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Gain insights from leaders like Mike! Details & register: www.memspa.org/events/risin...
MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Gain insights from leaders like Mike! Details & register: www.memspa.org/events/risin...
February 10, 2026 at 11:10 PM
Day 2 of our Rising Leaders facilitator spotlight! Meet Mike Domagalski, former MEMSPA President & innovative principal.
MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Gain insights from leaders like Mike! Details & register: www.memspa.org/events/risin...
MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Gain insights from leaders like Mike! Details & register: www.memspa.org/events/risin...
We recently kicked off Leadership Matters Cohort 16, and the energy in the room was incredible. Over the coming months, these leaders will learn, reflect, and grow together in a cohort experience that past participants describe as life-changing. #LeadWithUs
February 10, 2026 at 3:26 PM
We recently kicked off Leadership Matters Cohort 16, and the energy in the room was incredible. Over the coming months, these leaders will learn, reflect, and grow together in a cohort experience that past participants describe as life-changing. #LeadWithUs
Day 1 of introducing our Rising Leaders facilitators! Meet Doug Ammeraal, with 24+ years leading middle schools & coaching.
Join top educators at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders conference: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Build skills, network, & advance your career!
Join top educators at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders conference: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Build skills, network, & advance your career!
February 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Day 1 of introducing our Rising Leaders facilitators! Meet Doug Ammeraal, with 24+ years leading middle schools & coaching.
Join top educators at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders conference: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Build skills, network, & advance your career!
Join top educators at MEMSPA’s two-day Rising Leaders conference: March 7 & April 11, Mason, MI. Build skills, network, & advance your career!
Make it a two-day experience! Join us on February 17 for a relaxed Paint & Sip evening to connect, unwind, and have fun together. On February 18, join us for Women in Education: Leading the Way. Leave with new connections, renewed energy, and a little artwork to remember it all by.
February 9, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Make it a two-day experience! Join us on February 17 for a relaxed Paint & Sip evening to connect, unwind, and have fun together. On February 18, join us for Women in Education: Leading the Way. Leave with new connections, renewed energy, and a little artwork to remember it all by.
Congrats to Becky Miller-Hager, this week’s Mug Monday top fan winner! Thank you for being such a good friend to MEMSPA—on Facebook and beyond. Your engagement means the world.
Reminder: Every other Monday, we pick a winner from our most active fans on Facebook. Keep commenting, sharing & sipping!
Reminder: Every other Monday, we pick a winner from our most active fans on Facebook. Keep commenting, sharing & sipping!
February 9, 2026 at 12:26 PM
Congrats to Becky Miller-Hager, this week’s Mug Monday top fan winner! Thank you for being such a good friend to MEMSPA—on Facebook and beyond. Your engagement means the world.
Reminder: Every other Monday, we pick a winner from our most active fans on Facebook. Keep commenting, sharing & sipping!
Reminder: Every other Monday, we pick a winner from our most active fans on Facebook. Keep commenting, sharing & sipping!
Thank you to the MEMSPA Foundation for sponsoring scholarships so Bryan Chittle, Tiffany Yatzek, Tanya Merrit and Lori Pline can join Leadership Matters Cohort 16!
Leadership matters—thank you for investing in theirs!
Leadership matters—thank you for investing in theirs!
February 7, 2026 at 4:59 PM
Thank you to the MEMSPA Foundation for sponsoring scholarships so Bryan Chittle, Tiffany Yatzek, Tanya Merrit and Lori Pline can join Leadership Matters Cohort 16!
Leadership matters—thank you for investing in theirs!
Leadership matters—thank you for investing in theirs!
There are only a few spots left for MEMSPA's Mentoring & Coaching Certification, Cohort 9. Sessions will be held in SW Michigan!
Don't miss out—register now: memspa.org/events/mentoring-and-coaching-certification-program-cohort-9---berrien-resa #LeadWithUs
Don't miss out—register now: memspa.org/events/mentoring-and-coaching-certification-program-cohort-9---berrien-resa #LeadWithUs
February 6, 2026 at 3:46 PM
There are only a few spots left for MEMSPA's Mentoring & Coaching Certification, Cohort 9. Sessions will be held in SW Michigan!
Don't miss out—register now: memspa.org/events/mentoring-and-coaching-certification-program-cohort-9---berrien-resa #LeadWithUs
Don't miss out—register now: memspa.org/events/mentoring-and-coaching-certification-program-cohort-9---berrien-resa #LeadWithUs
Women in Education: Leading the Way is almost here—make plans to join us on Wednesday, February 18 in Grand Rapids. Spend the day with inspiring keynotes, wellness sessions, professional headshots, and a networking reception to close out the event in community.
February 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Women in Education: Leading the Way is almost here—make plans to join us on Wednesday, February 18 in Grand Rapids. Spend the day with inspiring keynotes, wellness sessions, professional headshots, and a networking reception to close out the event in community.
Congrats to Derek Jackson, Principal of Columbia Elementary in Columbia School District—the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Debbie McFalone & Derek Wheaton Leadership Matters Scholarship! #LeadWithUs
February 5, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Congrats to Derek Jackson, Principal of Columbia Elementary in Columbia School District—the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Debbie McFalone & Derek Wheaton Leadership Matters Scholarship! #LeadWithUs
Next week, we're spotlighting all five facilitators for MEMSPA's Rising Leaders conference—one each day!
Get to know these incredible education leaders and why you won't want to miss their insights at this two-day event: March 7 & April 11, 2026, in Mason, MI.
Get to know these incredible education leaders and why you won't want to miss their insights at this two-day event: March 7 & April 11, 2026, in Mason, MI.
February 5, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Next week, we're spotlighting all five facilitators for MEMSPA's Rising Leaders conference—one each day!
Get to know these incredible education leaders and why you won't want to miss their insights at this two-day event: March 7 & April 11, 2026, in Mason, MI.
Get to know these incredible education leaders and why you won't want to miss their insights at this two-day event: March 7 & April 11, 2026, in Mason, MI.