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My membership in NAESP has played a vital role in my growth as a leader. Principal magazine, with articles written by colleagues from across the country, is something that I eagerly look for in my mailbox. It provides me with cutting-edge information and true best practices to consider and implement at my school, such as Principal Adam Welcome's article on coding in school. As a leader in a rural area, being an NAESP member is more than a membership - for me it's a lifeline to leading my school. Meaningful professional development, resources available on the web and through publications, and relationships with great leaders across the country have enabled me to continue to grow, share and lead.