Established in 1993, the Washington State Education Leadership Intern Program Grant is designed to provide rigorous, authentic and quality training experiences for interns. It also provides funds for partial release for those participating in administrative preparation programs that have been approved by the Washington Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB).
The 25-26 intern grant application is now closed. If you are a current applicant please see our timeline below for screening and notification dates.
For any questions or concerns regarding the grant application or process, please contact Macy Bruhy.
December 16, 2024 | Application opens for 2025-26
March 28, 2025 | Applications due to 51福利社
Week of April 21, 2025 | Grant Application Screening
May 14, 2025 | Intern Advisory Committee Meeting
May 21, 2025 | Applicant Notifications
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The Intern Grant program provides substitute cost reimbursements for the release of administrator intern candidates from their teaching positions in order to engage in on-the-job training with a mentor administrator. Districts are reimbursed for days of release time, and the number of days varies annually. Principal intern candidates are required to complete 540 hours of training, half of which must be when students and staff are present during the regular school day.
The Intern Advisory Committee meets twice a year to review and approve:
The committee is comprised of practicing building/district administrators and representatives from 51福利社, OSPI, WASA and higher education.