2026-2027 Editorial Calendar*
Our editorial philosophy is focused on helping school leaders do their jobs more effectively and efficiently by providing an array of content focused on curriculum and instruction, social and emotional learning, community engagement, and leadership development.
*Editorial Calendar is tentative and subject to change.
September
Theme: Whole Child Champions
A new year, another opportunity to support the whole child, PreK–12. How do our members implement wraparound supports for students and families? Articles will focus on what is needed to effectively lead a community school.
Ad Space date: July 6, 2026
Materials deadline: July 8, 2026
Ships: August 2026
October
Theme: What New Leaders Need
By now, school is in full swing. School leaders new to their roles are seeking advice and strategies as they hone their leadership skills and support students and staff. What resources do they need while they learn on the job?
Ad Space date: August 7, 2026
Materials deadline: August 11, 2026
Ships: September 2026
November
Theme: Building Attendance Habits That Last
Schools continue to grapple with chronic absenteeism. How are our members helping students build attendance habits that last PreK–12? Articles will offer insights on increasing attendance rates and cultivating a school-going culture.
Ad Space date: August 31, 2026
Materials deadline: September 2, 2026
Ships: October 2026
December
Theme: NPC
A preview of what keynote speakers will share at NPA’s first national conference.
Ad Space date: October 5, 2026
Materials deadline: October 7, 2026
Ships: November 2026
January
Theme: Leadership for Authentic Assessment
As testing season approaches, how do our members support teachers in figuring out what students know and can do? How has AI transformed what authentic assessment actually means?
Ad Space date: TBD
Materials deadline: TBD
Ships: December 2026
February
Theme: Reaching Young Men and Boys
Compared to their female peers, boys are increasingly falling behind with lower grades, lower high school graduation rates, and lower college enrollment. Articles will focus on how our members are supporting young men and boys at all grade levels.
Ad Space date: TBD
Materials deadline: TBD
Ships: January 2027
March
Theme: Safety
What does it mean to create a safe and supportive environment for all students and staff? How do our members support immigrant students and families? We’ll also feature the latest work of the PRN (updated guide to recovery).
Ad Space date: TBD
Materials deadline: TBD
Ships: February 2027
April
Theme: Elevating Student Voice and Leadership
How do our members ensure students know they hear them? NPA Academy’s course on student voice can help principals and APs empower the next generation.
Ad Space date: TBD
Materials deadline: TBD
Ships: March 2027
May
Theme: Creating Systems and Structures for Next Year
At this point, school leaders are looking ahead to ways they can make next year even better. Articles will focus on the systems and structures (e.g. instructional model, MTSS, school theme, etc.) they plan to create or revamp.
Ad Space date: TBD
Materials deadline: TBD
Ships: April 2027
In every issue of Principal Leadership:
- Role Call, Student Centered, Advocacy Agenda, Viewpoint, Fit to Lead, Syllabus, Legal Matters, and Monthly Celebrations