Trisha Detert, Elementary Principal at Washington Elementary School in Merrill, was recently appointed as the Association of Wisconsin School Administrators (AWSA) President-Elect for the 2018-2019 school year. She will serve as the AWSA President for 2019-2020. The Association of Wisconsin School Administrators, created in 1978, exists to improve the quality of educational opportunities for the youth of Wisconsin by ensuring the professional growth and competency of school administrators and coordinating their collective interests and needs.
The AWSA is a premier professional association in both Wisconsin and the nation that holds high standards of ethical behavior for the administrator, whereby members are viewed by the community, professional associates, and students as a leader in preserving and strengthening the public schools. The AWSA is how school leaders come together to improve the profession and advocate for all students, supporting members with professional learning opportunities, research on best practices, and recognition.
“This appointment as the AWSA President-Elect exemplifies Mrs. Detert’s leadership qualities and the professional trust she has established with her colleagues statewide,” states Dr. John Sample, Superintendent of Merrill Area Public Schools.
Detert will maintain her role as principal while serving in this capacity.
“It is an honor to serve as president of this amazing organization,” Detert commented.