The expectations and demands on our school leaders continue to grow.  Much has been made of the critical role of the principal in the success of their school.  However, we all know that behind the success of highly effective principals is the support and efforts of a highly effective assistant principal(s).  In recognition of the vital role of assistant principals, the North Carolina Principals and Assistant Principals' Association (NCPAPA) has partnered with NCDPI to provide a comprehensive professional development program that addresses all leadership areas that are expected and demanded in the 21st Century of the successful school administrator.  The  program is aligned to the North Carolina Standards for School Executives and their application to the assistant principal's role in the 21st century. More