Connecting Michigan Students to Postsecondary Pathways
Written by: Emily Hurtado-Arboleda, from our Partner in Education, MI Student Aid The MI Student Aid team is focused on connecting with students and families, high school counselors, college access professionals, and others to increase awareness and access to State scholarship and grant programs. In Academic Year 2023-24, the State provided more than $350 million in financial aid to Michigan college students. With your help, we can assist more students in identifying…
Preparing Students for Life Beyond Graduation: Addressing the Readiness Gap
Written & Provided by Our Partner in Education: FranklinCovey Education High school graduation marks an important milestone, but are students prepared for what comes next? Explore how schools can address the challenges of preparing students with the leadership, life, and academic skills needed to navigate an ever-changing world. The Readiness Gap in U.S. Secondary Education Across high schools nationwide, a crucial question takes center stage: Are students genuinely ready to thrive after…
MASSP Honors Outstanding Educational Leaders
Know an outstanding building leader in Michigan who consistently goes above and beyond for their school community? Recommend or nominate them for Michigan Association of Secondary School Principal's (MASSP) Administrator of the Year awards! This is your chance to recognize principals and assistant principals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, foster positive school environments and make meaningful contributions to student success. Let their hard work and dedication shine by submitting a nomination (or recommendation)…
MASSP Board of Directors Election Information 2025
MASSP election season is just around the corner. Are you ready to take on a bigger role within the Association, be an advocate for your fellow administrators and help advance your career? Every year, one-third of the seats of the MASSP Board of Directors are up for election-it's almost time! This year MASSP is seeking candidates for: President-Elect** Region 2 Representative Region 4 Representative Region 6 Representative Region 10 Representative Middle Level…
Corunna Leader Named Michigan’s 2025-26 Middle School Principal of the Year
Arriving back at Corunna Middle School after their meeting, Principal Ingrid Dettman and Corunna Public Schools’ Superintendent John Fattal found no students or staff in classrooms. When they walked into the gymnasium it was packed with the entire CMS student body, staff and CPS community members. There, Wendy Zdeb, Executive Director of the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals, made the surprise announcement that Dettman has been selected as Michigan’s 2025-26 Middle…
Grandville Leader Named Michigan’s 2025-26 High School Principal of the Year
The entrance buzzed with excitement as Grandville Public Schools and Grandville High School staff, board members, students and special guests from the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals gathered in anticipation of Principal Adam Lancto's arrival. Returning from a meeting, Lancto was greeted with an enthusiastic surprise as MASSP announced him as Michigan’s 2025-26 High School Principal of the Year. “Adam’s commitment to collaborative leadership, innovation and personalized student support is truly…
Walking a Mile in Our Students’ Shoes: My Day Shadowing a 10th Grader
Written by Amy Pashak, Walled Lake Western High School Principal and MASSP Board of Directors President-Elect As the President-elect of MASSP, I've been inspired to get a firsthand look at the student experience. Recently, I spent a full day shadowing a 10th-grade student at Walled Lake Western High School. This impressive student is a positive leader in our school, active in both student leadership and on the cheer team. Shadowing her provided…
West Bloomfield Leader Named Michigan’s 2025 High School Assistant Principal of the Year
The West Bloomfield High School auditorium seats were filled with students, staff, board members, family and many individuals from the school community awaiting the arrival of their Assistant Principal, Susan (Susie) Aisner. Upon Aisner's arrival, the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals' Executive Director, Wendy Zdeb, surprised her by announcing she had been selected as the Michigan 2025 High School Assistant Principal of the Year, and the auditorium erupted in celebration. “Susie…
Pioneer Middle School Leader Named Michigan’s 2025 Middle School Assistant Principal of the Year
The Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals recognized Christopher Moore, Assistant Principal of Pioneer Middle School, as the 2025 Middle School Assistant Principal of the Year for Michigan. The announcement was made during a surprise celebration at the Plymouth-Canton Community Schools Board of Education meeting Nov.12, with many members of the Pioneer Middle School community present to share in the excitement. “MASSP’s Administrator of the Year awards honor leaders who demonstrate exceptional…
Connecting Michigan’s School Leaders: A Message from Your NASSP State Coordinator
Written by Jason Messenger, Portage West Middle School Principal and MASSP Board of Directors Member As we move further into the school year, it's important to reflect on the dedication and leadership that principals across Michigan demonstrate every day. The role of a principal goes beyond managing a building; it’s about creating a positive environment where students, staff, and the community can thrive. As your NASSP State Coordinator, I want to highlight…