New Leaders Learning From Leaders Podcast

Partner SuperEval created new podcast series. Listen to first episode with 2023 Superintendent of the Year Kevin McGowan, Ed.D., Brighton.

Dr. Gladys Cruz Sworn in as President of AASA

Congratulations to Dr. Gladys Cruz, District Superintendent of Questar III BOCES who presented her inaugural address in Washington, D.C. on July 12, 2023.

Dr. Jason Andrews Elected as President of NYSCOSS

Congratulations to Dr. Jason Andrews, Superintendent from Windsor who presented his inaugural address at the annual Summer Event on June 25th.

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Upcoming Programs & Events

Events
September 15 - May 10, 2024

Take Time To Take Care of Yourself

A Personal Wellness Program with NYSCOSS/LEAF & Equitable Advisors. The superintendent position requires you to juggle many different things all at once. Unfortunately, taking care of everyone else can come at a price, as many superintendents neglect their own personal well-being.
September 30, 2023

Dignity & Inclusive School Cultures

Join us for this Pre-Summit Workshop presented by LEAF, Inc. - Dignity & Inclusive School Cultures: Leadership at Every Level. Regardless of race or creed, people who identify as LGBTQ+ experience dignity violations at rates that are disproportionate to other marginalized groups. Many of these violations are rooted in bias, intolerance, or lack of understanding.
October 1 - 3, 2023

2023 Fall Leadership Summit

Join us in Saratoga Springs for the 2023 Fall Leadership Summit: "The Audacity to Lead for ALL" we where we want to live up to the promise of "All Means All." Join Opening Keynote speaker Dr. Manny Scott, speaker, author, servant-leader and one of the original Freedom Writers, as we focus on ways in which schools can incorporate ideas and new systems into their curriculum and culture and hear his session "The Power of One."
October 1 - 2, 2023

New Superintendents Institute Fall Session

During this half-day session on October 1st, prior to the opening of the 2023 Fall Leadership Summit, we will discuss the superintendent's role as instructional leader and working with your school board during challenging times. New superintendents are also encouraged to attend a breakfast meeting with Commissioner of Education Betty A. Rosa on the morning of Tuesday, October 3rd to discuss critical issues for new superintendents.
October 1, 2023

Early Career Superintendents' Institute

Join us for the Early Career Superintendents' Institute. This event takes place prior to the Fall Leadership Summit and registration does not include the Fall Leadership Summit. If you wish to attend both, please submit a registration for the Fall Leadership Summit where you can include a registration for the Early Career Institute at the same time.
October 1, 2023

Cabinet Institute

Leveraging Strengths of Effective Superintendent/Cabinet Teams
October 16 - 17, 2023

Collaborative Leadership Retreat

Join us for this Collaborative Leadership Retreat Experience for School Leaders and Teams.
November 30 - December 1, 2023

New Superintendents Workshop

Join us for a two-day workshop for new superintendents discussing fiscal leadership, labor relations and negotiations; strategic planning for your district's future, ethics, wellness and balance, and hear from a panel of past NYSCOSS presidents on their career experiences.
February 2, 2024

Supporting Women in Educational Leadership

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Important Dates to Remember

Find out what’s due when and get resources to help you succeed.
Oct
13
2023
todayFinal Application Due
NYS Superintendent of the Year Application Due
Final application due for the 2023-2024 award process. 
Learn about process and next steps here.  
Jan
02
2024
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2024 Dr. Mary Barter Scholarship Nominations
Nominate a member for the scholarship today!
Learn how here.  
Jan
12
2024
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2024 Appreciation Award Nominations
Nominate a member for the Appreciation Award.
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Jan
12
2024
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2024 Friend of The Council Nominations
Nominate a non-member for Friend of The Council.
Learn how here.  
Jan
19
2024
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2024 Dr. Mary Barter Scholarship 
Apply for the scholarship today!
Learn how here.  
Jun
28
2024
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2024 Raymond R. Delaney Annual Memorial Scholarship Nomination
Nominate a member for the scholarship today!
Learn how here.  
Jun
28
2024
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Distinguished Service Award Nominations
Nominate a retired life member for the 2024 award.
Learn how here
Jul
26
2024
todayApplications Due
2024 Raymond R. Delaney Memorial Scholarship 
Apply for the scholarship today!
Learn how here.   

For New Superintendents

We offer tailored support so the transition to the superintendency is successful:

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Member Spotlight

Dr. Kevin C. McGowan

2023 National Superintendent of the Year
Superintendent, Brighton Central School District

Advocacy

We exist for one reason only - to help our members succeed on behalf of the children and communities they serve. One way we pursue that goal is through advocacy - for, with, and by our members.

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Should I Become a Strategic Partner?

April 12, 2023

The NYSCOSS Strategic Partnership program provides opportunities for companies, associations and organizations to connect with school district leaders from all over New York State while simultaneously providing a separate revenue stream from dues to fund legal services and professional development. To learn more, connect with Deidre Hungerford, Associate Director for Business Development, at deidre@nyscoss.org or call 518.694.4885.

New Videos

Kevin McGowan's Remarks as 2023 NYS Superintendent of the Year
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Kevin McGowan's Remarks as 2023 AASA National Superintendent of the Year
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Presidential Remarks by Martha Group at 2022 Fall Leadership Summit
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2023 Fall Leadership Summit 

The Audacity to Lead for ALL!

Saratoga Hilton & Saratoga Springs City Center 
Saratoga Springs, NY 

October 1-3, 2023

Education Session Call for Proposal portal is now closed.
Registration now open for the 2023 Fall Leadership Summit
Publications

Councilgram: Connecting the School Leadership Community

Featured in This Issue

  • Diversity Symposium of Thought Leaders
  • 2023-24 House of Delegate Representatives
  • Fall Leadership Summit Information

Job Board

  • Superintendent of Schools

    North Babylon UFSD
    North Babylon, NY

  • Superintendent of Schools       

    East Meadow UFSD
    Westbury, NY

  • District Superintendent

    Catskill CSD
    Catskill, NY

Thank You to Our Strategic Partners


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