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The Leadership for Educational Achievement Foundation, Inc. (LEAF, Inc.) provides high quality professional learning to support superintendent development (pre-service and in-service) and the development of school district leadership team members. In partnership with The Council, LEAF’s programs are research-based, aligned to the needs of the field, responsive to changing expectations for school leaders, and cost effective.

Learn more about LEAF, Inc. and the impact it has on education.

Events

Events
August 4 - 5, 2025

New Superintendents Orientation

Designed specifically for first-year superintendents, this institute offers essential guidance, community, and practical learning to help you thrive in your new leadership role. We also invite superintendents new to the state to participate, find supports in New York and grow your network.
August 11 - 12, 2025

Diversity & Inclusivity Symposium

Join us in Ithaca, NY for our annual Diversity Symposium and Thought Leaders: Cultivating Excellence and Equity to discuss diversity and inclusion and connect in thoughtful dialogue with school districts across New York.
September 28 - 30, 2025

2025 Fall Leadership Summit

September 28 - 30, 2025

New Superintendents Institute: Fall Leadership Summit

Designed specifically for first-year superintendents, this institute offers essential guidance, community, and practical learning to help you thrive in your new leadership role. We also invite superintendents new to the state to participate, find supports and to grow your network.
October 16

Legal Leadership in Education

Join us for our Legal Leadership in Education: Navigating Rights, Responsibilities and Risk located at our new offices in Latham, NY.
November 16 - 17, 2025

New Superintendents Institute

Designed specifically for first-year superintendents, this institute offers essential guidance, community, and practical learning to help you thrive in your new leadership role. We also invite superintendents new to the state to participate, find supports in New York and to grow your network.
December 10

New Superintendents Coffee & Conversation

Join us for a brief check in with new superintendents from around the state to discuss issues on your mind or share ideas with colleagues and NYSCOSS. Veteran superintendents will be on hand to share guidance and experiences.
January 26

New Superintendents Institute

Designed specifically for first-year superintendents, this institute offers essential guidance, community, and practical learning to help you thrive in your new leadership role. We also invite superintendents new to the state to participate, find supports in New York and to grow your network.
March 2

New Superintendents Institute: Winter Institute

Designed specifically for first-year superintendents, this institute offers essential guidance, community, and practical learning to help you thrive in your new leadership role. We also invite superintendents new to the state to participate, find supports and to grown your network.
March 25

New Superintendents Coffee & Conversation

Join us for a brief check in with new superintendents from around the state to discuss issues on your mind or share ideas with colleagues and NYSCOSS. Veteran superintendents will be on hand to share guidance and experiences.
May 20

New Superintendents Coffee & Conversation

Join us for a brief check in with new superintendents from around the state to discuss issues on your mind or share ideas with colleagues and NYSCOSS. Veteran superintendents will be on hand to share guidance and experiences.

2025 Fall Leadership Summit

Advancing Innovation:  Leading and Learning at the Pace of Change

Saratoga Springs City Center and Saratoga Hilton
Saratoga Springs, NY 

September 28-30, 2025

Education Session Call for Proposals is now closed.
Event and housing registration now open for attendees. Review event website to learn more and to register.