The Association for association professionals in Chicagoland

NAESP (National Association of Elementary School Principals) is a national membership organization of more than 17,000 public and private elementary and middle school principals and other educational leaders from all 50 states, Canada and overseas.   Based in Alexandria, VA, the association is led by a 14-member Board of Directors which also includes the Executive Director serving in an ex-officio capacity.  NAESP has a professional staff of approximately 21 and operates with an annual budget of $7.5M.  By working through state level representatives and geographic zones (regions), NAESP serves as the leading voice and advocate for its members.  NAESP advocates for principals and provides high-quality professional learning and resources aligned to le