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An Easier Way to Read Governor's School Aid Run for Any District

Access excel spreadsheet allowing users to create an easier way to read Governor's School Aid run for any district.

Statement on the Election of Dr. Lester Young as Chancellor of the Board of Regents

News Release on election of Dr. Lester Young as Chancellor of the Board of Regents.

Message to our Members About Events in our Nation's Capitol

Read The Council's message to our members regarding events that took place on January 6, 2021 in Washington, DC.

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NYSCOSS Events

Events
January 27, 2021 Special Education in the COVID Era The Primacy of the Principal's Role and What Superintendents Need to Know. In this interactive webinar, the presenters will enumerate and describe the leadership capacities principals should possess to maximize special education outcomes and explore overall leadership skill sets for school administrators and the manner in which superintendents can support them. More information
January 29, 2021 New Superintendents Coffee & Conversation Join us for an informal conversation and to connect with new superintendents from around the state. More information
February 2, 2021 Financial Leadership Workshop Save the date! More information to come. More information
February 3, 2021 Trauma, Mental Health and How SEL Fits In Join Rethink Ed for this webinar on trauma and mental health and hear from district leaders on how they responded to and supported their community through a traumatic event. Also hear from a licensed psychologist on how we broaden our perspective about trauma, mental health and SEL while targeting deficits and promoting resilience. More information
February 4, 2021 New Superintendents Institute Session 4 The fourth session of the New Superintendents Institute will focus on long range financial planning and advocating for your district. More information
February 10, 2021 Commission on Diversity Panel "Insights on How to Start the Conversation" A panel discussion on how districts around the state started equality plans and how superintendents and their communities have moved the work forward. More information
February 12, 2021 Wellness Coffee & Conversation Join your colleagues in an interactive conversation which will examine issues related to the superintendency in the COVID-19 and explore strategies for supporting each other during these extraordinary times. More information
February 25 - 26, 2021 Virtual Lobby Days We encourage our members to meet with key legislators virtually over two days at The Council’s first virtual lobby day this coming February. More information
March 8 - 9, 2021 2021 Virtual Winter Institute Save the date! The Winter Institute is going virtual this year. More information

Important Dates to Remember

Find out what’s due when and get resources to help you succeed.

Apr

26

2021

todayDeadline Date

Property Tax Report Card Deadline
Deadline for school districts to submit Property Tax Report Card data to State Education Department—creates practical deadline for boards of education to adopt budget proposals.

May

18

2021

Statewide Budget Vote Date
Independent school districts will conduct budget votes and board elections. For complete timeline, see pages 38-39 here.

Jun

14

2021

Statewide Budget Revote Date
School districts which do not gain budget approval from voters in May can attempt second votes. For complete timeline, see pages 38-39 here.

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Contract negotiation and review.
Professional development through the New Superintendents Institute.

Building supportive and collegial networks.
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Member Spotlight

Roberto Padilla, Ed.D.

Superintendent
Newburgh Enlarged City School District

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2021 NYS Superintendent of the Year:

Learn why Roberto was selected here .

Important Committee Work
Commission on Diversity & Inclusivity
Where You'll Find Me Next
2021 Winter Institute
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6+ Years, Newburgh

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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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Which Legislators Represent Your School District in 2021?

December 7, 2020

Final races to determine the 2021 membership of the State Senate and Assembly have been resolved. Review our updated crosswalk of school districts and the legislators who represent them.

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2021 Virtual Winter Institute

Fostering Connections: The Time is Now

March 8 - 9, 2021

Hear from experts in the fields of leadership and education while strengthening connections with
educational organizations, state leaders, strategic partners, and each other to navigate the challenges to better the lives of students.