Elementary Assistant Principals & Dean of Students Affinity Group

Leadership can feel especially complex when your role spans student needs, staff support, school culture, discipline, and daily problem-solving. This effort  will bring together elementary assistant principals, deans of students, directors of student services, and others serving in similar leadership roles across the region.

Participants will have dedicated time to connect, collaborate, and learn from colleagues who understand the dynamics of their work. Together, they will level set their greatest needs, share ideas, and develop practical systems, tools, and protocols they can use within their schools. Through shared learning and collective problem-solving, leaders will strengthen their agency and ownership while building the confidence, credibility, and resilience needed to make informed decisions and become even better leaders. 

SIEC has taken special care to select talented, amazing, proven leaders from around the state to guide collaborative work and time together.  We have set several virtual and in person meeting dates for the 2026-2027 school year.  See below and please join the collaboration!!

NOTE- We have made it easy for everyone to register by combining all networking dates into one registration form. If you select multiple dates on your registration form, SIEC will automatically add your names to those events—no need to submit any additional forms.

Networking Details:

• Dates: 

  • October 29, 2026 - SIEC

  • December 10, 2026 (Virtual)

  • January 27, 2027 (TBD)

  • February 24, 2027 (Virtual)

  • April 8, 2027 (SIEC)

  • June 8, 2027 ALL SIEC PRINCIPALS Summer Cookout!

• Time: 9:30am - 12:30 pm EST in person events ; 9:30am-10:15am EST virtual events

• Fee: SIEC Member - $40 per session/Non-member $65

• Other Details:

  • Please bring a laptop computer so online resources can be accessed.

  • A catered lunch will be provided.

  • Deadline to register is 2 weeks before each networking session.

Join us for these opportunities to connect and share your experiences across the southwestern Indiana region.

Presenters

Lora Wilson, Instructional Specialist at East Central Educational Service Center

Lora Wilson, Ed.D., is an accomplished educator and instructional leader with over 25 years of experience in early childhood and K–12 education. She currently serves as an Instructional Specialist and Program Coordinator at East Central Education Service Center, where she supports literacy, leadership, and school improvement initiatives. With expertise in educational neuroscience, literacy, and school leadership, she is dedicated to empowering educators and helping students thrive.

Karen York

Karen York brings experience as a principal, instructional coach, educator, and former Indiana Department of Education professional. Her background includes school leadership, school quality reviews, and teacher evaluation training. As a presenter and coach, Karen brings perspective to support principals in strengthening their leadership and supporting effective teaching and learning.