Principal Appreciation Day is generally celebrated on May 1 each year. In 2025, Principal Appreciation Day falls on Thursday, May 1. This day is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the hard work, dedication, and leadership of school principals in creating supportive and productive learning environments for students.
Note that in some regions or states, there may be variations in the exact day or week of celebration. For example, in Illinois, Principal Appreciation Day is observed on Friday, October 24, 2025, as part of Principal Appreciation Week from October 20 to 24. There is also an Australian Primary Principals Day, celebrated on Friday, August 1, 2025.
But the widely recognized Principal Appreciation Day nationally and internationally is on May 1.
