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Events

Events
September 17 - April 17 Take Time to Take Care of Yourself We are thrilled to once again partner with Equitable on the Take Time to Take Care of Yourself Series. This series is designed to help you navigate important aspects of personal and professional life with confidence and ease. Each session will provide valuable insights and actionable strategies to enhance your well-being and financial health. More information
March 1 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. More information


March 19 Vision to Practice: Operationalizing Portrait of a Graduate How are you empowering learners today - and preparing them for tomorrow? As technology, work, and society continue to evolve, the skills students need are changing. Employers and communities are looking beyond passive, knowledge-based learning toward creative problem-solving, analytical thinking, collaboration, communication, and design. This interactive leadership workshop brings together Apple’s innovation frameworks and New York’s Redefining Ready NY Cohort to help districts move the Portrait of a Graduate from aspiration to action. Participants will explore how to develop durable, future-ready skills through challenge-based learning, thoughtful use of technology and AI, and practical approaches to managing change - without overwhelming existing systems. Presenter: Randy Squier, Superintendent, Coxsackie-Athens CSD & Facilitator of Redefining Ready NY. More information
March 24 Aspiring Superintendents Workshop Are you considering a future as a school superintendent? Join us for an exclusive, one-day Aspiring Superintendents Workshop, designed for school leaders who are exploring the next step in their careers. More information
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. More information
April 16 - 17, 2026 The Council's Women's Initiative The goal of The Council's Women's Initiative is to support women leaders, identify women in education who have leadership potential and help those women to aspire to leadership roles. More information

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. More information