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Foundation Encourages New and Aspiring Principals to Take Part in Extensive Leadership Training
PHOENIX - The Arizona Educational Foundation (AEF) is now accepting applications for its 2009-2010 Principals' Leadership Academy of Arizona (PLAA). The Academy provides leadership training to
new and aspiring principals that enhance their ability to lead their school communities to excellence. Participants have direct access to A+ School
award-winning principals, the AEF Board of Directors, policymakers, and leaders in education and business.
Applications for PLAA's upcoming
2009-2010 class are due by July 31, 2009. Tuition for the Academy
is $1,000; scholarships are available. For applications or more information, please
visit www.azedfoundation.org
or call (480) 421-9376.


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