In partnership with Chicago Public Schools, we show our appreciation during #APWeek every year to celebrate assistant principals in Chicago’s public schools. Get in on the fun!
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2025 Assistant Principal Appreciation Campaign
Every year, Assistant Principal Appreciation Week honors the hard work and impact of assistant principals across the country. This week-long celebration highlights their invaluable contributions and encourages recognition of the essential role they play in shaping the future of education. We invite the community to join us in celebrating these educators across Chicago this Assistant Principal Appreciation Week from April 7-11, 2025.
Join the Campaign
Use the ready-made content below to celebrate your assistant principal(s)!
Send an E-Card
Download these graphics and paste them into an email to your assistant principal, along with a personalized message.



Get Involved
Come back at the end of March to see some assistant principal appreciation events that you can attend!
Nominate an Assistant Principal
Know an assistant principal who goes above and beyond? Nominate them for recognition during Assistant Principal Appreciation Week, and we’ll highlight their achievements on social media!
Our Partners
Thank you to these individuals who devote their time as part of the 2024-25 School Leader Celebrations Committee, which helps us coordinate our efforts for Assistant Principal Appreciation Week.
Kia Banks, Chicago Principals & Administrators Association
Cheyane Bligen, The Chicago Public Education Fund
TaraShaun Cain, Surge Institute
Chris Carlson, Fulcrum Education
E.J. Dubinsky, The Chicago Public Education Fund
Safurat Giwa, Pershing Steam Elementary
Marlen Gongora, Chicago Public Schools
Julie Lyons, Benito Juarez Community Academy
Patricia Mota, The Chicago Public Education Fund
Cory Overstreet, Kate Starr Kellogg Elementary
Tara Shelton, South Loop Elementary School
Mat Thies, Chicago Public Schools
Chad Thomas, Chicago Public Schools
Jasmine Thurmond, Chicago Public Schools
Myra Winding, Chicago Public Schools
Our Sponsors
Thank you to our Assistant Principal Appreciation Week sponsors.


