From MASSP Board President – Jason Messenger

It feels like just yesterday that I was standing in front of more than 500 Secondary Principals kicking off EdCon. The excitement of being back togeher in person was phenomenal. I left Traverse City after EdCon 2022 energized and refocused on the incredible work we do as Secondary Principals. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as President of MASSP, the Premier Education Association. During my time in this role, I have witnessed firsthand the organization’s commitment to professional development, advocacy, and support for administrators. MASSP’s team, led by Wendy Zdeb, values each member and offers a range of initiatives, including the Student Mental Health Summit, the Women’s Summit, and several legal updates throughout the year. Seven years ago, when I joined the Board of

Directors, I hoped to give back to the profession that I love and repay the mentors who have supported me throughout my career. As my time as President comes to an end, I am humbled by the support and guidance I have received from MASSP. I want to express my gratitude to the staff for their hard work and dedication, and to all our members for the life-changing work they do every day to help students across the state. Finally, I want to express my gratitude to my wonderful wife, Melissa, and to all the spouses of Secondary Principals. This job can involve long hours and is sometimes thankless, so I truly value my wife’s support and encouragement. I am looking forward to seeing so many of our members at EdCon 2023. Thank you for an outstanding year.