About

The Northern Territory Principals’ Association is:

• A viable, independent, credible professional association

• Recognised as a key stakeholder in Northern Territory Education

• Committed to the application of the National Professional Standard for Principals

Purpose

To be the voice of Quality School Leadership in the Northern Territory

Values

• Diversity

• Resilience

• Excellence

• Advocacy

Statement of Intent

1. NTPA will support members to grow professionally and personally throughout their leadership journey by:
   • Providing opportunities for collegiality and sharing of professional practice.
   • Providing professional and personal support.
2. NTPA will effectively represent members in educational policy development and implementation by:
   • Consulting with and engaging members;
   • By meeting regularly with key stakeholders;
   • Influencing DoE and Government policy development and implementation.
3. NTPA will be an effective advocate for education and the Principalship (principals and assistant principals) by:
   • Actively celebrating and promoting education at Territory, national and international levels.
   • Proudly and actively promoting the Principalship and school leadership as a dynamic, proactive and inclusive professional association.
   • Having a strong public voice in educational debate in the Northern Territory.