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Statement of New York State Council of School Superintendents on Buffalo Supermarket Shooting

NYSCOSS President Phyllis Harrington and Executive Director Chuck Dedrick issued this statement today.

2022-23 School Aid Runs for the New State Budget

Access an excel spreadsheet allowing users to create an easier way to read School Aid run for any district passed on the state budget.

2022 New York State Superintendent of the Year

East Syracuse Minoa Superintendent Dr. Donna J. DeSiato honored as 2022 New York State School Superintendent of the Year at Winter Institute.

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Upcoming Programs & Events

Events
April 22 - September 16, 2022 Take Time To Take Care of Yourself A Personal Wellness Program with NYSCOSS/LEAF & Equitable Advisors More information
May 24, 2022 Aspiring Superintendents Workshop This virtual workshop, facilitated by regional superintendents, is designed to provide educational leaders who are considering a future Superintendency with an overview of the knowledge, skills, attitudes and understanding necessary to be successful in these key leadership positions. More information
May 24, 2022 Pathways To the Superintendency This virtual workshop, facilitated by regional superintendents, is designed to further prepare educational leaders to apply, interview and secure a Superintendent position. More information
May 25 - 26, 2022 Cabinet Leadership Summit & Women's Initiative In partnership with WSWHE BOCES, we are pleased to offer the Cabinet & Women's Initiative Summits in Saratoga Springs. Join us for a combined event to bring together cabinet level school leaders, superintendents, and women in leadership to discuss critical topics and share best practices. More information
June 8, 2022 Aspiring Superintendents Workshop Interested in learning more about the superintendency? Join us for this one-day workshop to discuss leadership and if the superintendency is right for you; the interview and search process; leadership skills for success; superintendent/school board communications; and demystifying school district finances. Hear from experienced superintendents in this interactive session hosted by Young & Wright. More information
June 29 - July 1, 2022 2022 Summer Retreat The Council's 2022 Summer Retreat. The Executive Committee, Committee Chairs, Active Past Presidents and LEAF, Inc. Board of Directors, are invited to participate. If you are not a member of the listed leadership groups, your registration will not be accepted. More information
July 18 - 19, 2022 Summer Diversity Symposium Join us in Ithaca, NY for our annual Diversity Symposium of Thought Leaders: Cultivating Excellence and Equity to discuss diversity and inclusion and connect in thoughtful dialogue with school districts from across New York. The summer symposium will have keynote sessions with high-caliber speakers and breakout sessions on topics of equity and inclusion throughout the two days. Networking time is built in through receptions and ample group time during the program. More information
July 24 - 26, 2022 Summer Institute at Harvard The Institute is targeted to school leaders (superintendents, assistant superintendents and directors) and provides rich opportunities for personal reflection and intellectual conversations with colleagues and experts in the forefront of their fields. You will have an opportunity to hear from four Harvard faculty on issues such as leadership development, developing high quality school systems, diversity and inclusion, and student achievement. Please note that registration is limited to 35 participants. More information

Important Dates to Remember

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Jun

02

2022

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State Legislature
Scheduled end date of regular session of State Legislature.

Jun

14

2022

todayBudget Re-votes

Statewide Budget Revote Date
School districts which do not gain budget approval from voters in May can attempt second votes.
See timeline here.

Jun

15

2022

todayModified Applications Due

New York State Superintendent of the Year Applications Due
Modified applications due for the 2022-2023 award process.
Learn about details here.

Jun

28

2022

todayElection Date

2022 Election Primary Dates
Learn more about State Primary Election dates here.

Jun

30

2022

todayNominations Due

2022 Raymond R. Delaney Annual Memorial Scholarship Nomination
Nominate a member for the scholarship today!
Learn how here.

Jun

30

2022

todayNominations Due

Distinguished Service Award Nominations
Nominate a retired life member for the 2022 award.
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Jul

25

2022

todayApplications Due

2022 Raymond R. Delaney Memorial Scholarship
Apply for the scholarship today!
Learn how here.

Oct

14

2022

todayFinal Application Due

New York State Superintendent of the Year Application Due
Final application due for the 2022-2023 award process.
Learn about process and next steps here.

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For New Superintendents

We offer specific support to new superintendents tailored to making their transition to the superintendency as successful as possible:

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

Building supportive and collegial networks.
Participate in Leadership Coaching.

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Member Spotlight

Dr. Donna J. DeSiato

2022 New York State Superintendent of the Year

Superintendent, East Syracuse Minoa CSD

Listen to her remarks at the 2022 Winter Institute.

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.

View resources to help advocate for your school district and community.

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Why should I advocate?

December 8, 2021

Policies adopted in Albany or Washington can shift the odds either for or against success for our members and the schools they help lead. So advocacy – for members, with members, and by members – is one cornerstone in building toward success. Our advocacy staff constantly strives to give members the most accurate and timely information possible on developments affecting school funding and policy, both in Albany and in Washington, both to help influence decisions before they are settled by policymakers, and to interpret them once they are enacted into law. Link to budget resources and contact Greg Berck, Esq., Assistant Director for Government Relations at greg@nyscoss.org for more information.

Link to State Budget Resources