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Miguel Salazar, Principal of Sundown Middle School has been selected as a Finalist for NASSP National Middle Level Principal of the Year!
The NASSP National Principal of the Year program annually recognizes outstanding middle level and high school principals who have succeeded in providing high quality learning opportunities for students. These principals are acknowledged by their peers for the exemplary contributions they have made to the profession. Each of the 50 states may select one middle level principal and one high school principal to represent their state. Then, the applications of these state winners are reviewed by past state principals of the year, industry leaders and experts, and NASSP staff. After these reviews, three finalists are named as contenders for both middle level and high school level National Principal of the Year awards. The NASSP Middle Level National Principal of the Year and High School National Principal of the Year are selected from among the finalists. TASSP is proud that Miguel Salazar of Sundown Middle School was selected as a finalist.
Before becoming principal of Sundown Middle School in Region 17, Salazar was a math teacher, coach, assistant principal and high school principal. He is dedicated to fostering positive school cultures, promoting equity and ensuring student success. His leadership philosophy is rooted in the belief that a thriving educational community is built upon shared accountability, high standards and continuous improvement. He champions proactive strategies to cultivate a positive school culture, focusing on building genuine relationships, addressing mental health needs and celebrating student achievements. He is committed to equipping students with the academic, social and emotional skills they need to succeed, and credits his staff for their willingness to carry out this vision.
One middle level and one high school winner will be announced as the 2025–26 NASSP National Principals of the Year on July 9 at a gala celebration in Seattle. To read more about the program, visit www.nassp.org/poy. Congratulations to Principal Salazar! Texas POY/APOY Awards Information
TASSP State Principals and Assistant Principals of the Year for 2024-2025
TASSP HS Principal of the Year
Dr. Winston McCowan, Jr., Chisholm Trail High School, Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD / Region 11
TASSP MS Principal of the Year
Miguel Salazar, Sundown Middle School, Sundown ISD / Region 17
TASSP HS Assistant Principal of the Year
Sarah Castillo, Galena Park High School, Galena Park ISD / Region 4
TASSP MS Assistant Principal of the Year
Dr. Matthew Hawkins, Seminole Junior High School, Seminole ISD / Region 17
TASSP 2024-2025 Awards and Scholarships
FRANK KEMERER AWARD
Terry Ferguson, Weatherford High School, Weatherford ISD
DIVERSITY LEADERSHIP AWARD
Patricia Tran, Assistant Principal, Northwest High School, Northwest ISD
EDDIE G. BULL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Courtney Christenson, Ouida Baley Middle School, Royse City ISD
NEW PRINCIPAL ACADEMY 2025
June 26 - 29, 2025 – Hilton Austin Airport
Registration and Housing are Open!
Early Bird Registration: $795 through June 6, 2025
After June 6, $895
Important Tools for the Principalship:
Preparing Novice Campus Principals to Become Highly Qualified Leaders
If your school district will be hiring new principals, is in the process of grooming you for the principalship, or if you aspire to become a campus administrator, this professional development is a must. The 2025 program is the 27th annual TASSP New Principal Academy. The Academy offers all new principals and aspiring principals, and principals who need a refresher course, a very practical hands-on training in skills for the principalship: Culture-building Skills; Best Hiring Practices and Human Resource Information; Campus and Activity Fund Training; Documentation Skills; School Law as it relates to the campus principal; How to Avoid Career Derailing Mistakes; and so much more. Read More...
