Winter Institute and Lobby Day

The Council and LEAF, Inc. support its members by providing exceptional opportunities to expand and enrich their expertise and knowledge in the area of educational administration through statewide annual events. The Winter Institute and Lobby Day offer keynote addresses by national experts in the fields of leadership, education and related areas; opportunities for members to share best practices with colleagues; an interactive discussion with the Commissioner of Education about New York State issues and initiatives; and networking for support and collegiality among members through social interaction, group discussions, meetings and workshops. It closes with Lobby Day in downtown Albany.  

2020 Winter Institute & Lobby Day

March 1 - 3, 2020 
Lobby Day on Tuesday, March 3, 2020
Albany Capital Center
Albany, NY

More information coming soon!

Early bird registration now available using this link! Housing information available upon registration.

All cancellations will be subject to a cancellation fee

The Council is committed to providing conference experiences and environments that are welcoming, inviting and user-friendly for all attendees. We recognize that some individuals may required specific accommodations to ensure their full and equal participation in our 2020 Winter Institute. Please call us at (518) 449-1063 should you need assistance. 

Share Your Knowledge and Your Experience - Call for Proposals!

Deliver a one-hour educational session that will enhance the skills of educational leaders. These sessions require learning objectives for attendees. There are a limited number of sessions available.

If you are interested in presenting a session at either the Fall Leadership Summit or the Winter Institute, contact Heather Petramale, Adminstrative Assistant, at heather@nyscoss.org or (518) 694-4872 with questions.

• Our Call for Proposals' website is now closed for the 2019 Fall Leadership Summit. Proposals were due by Monday, June 10, 2019. 

• A Call for Proposal for the 2020 Winter Institute will open Octobe 2019. 

Strategic Partners (companies) may also participate but must select this option as part of contracted benefits.There are a limited number of presentation opportunities available to Strategic Partners. Strategic Partners interested in the opportunity, please contact Deidre Hungerford, Associate Director for Business Development, at deidre@nyscoss.org.

Future Winter Institute & Lobby Day Dates 

If you are planning your calendars, make sure to add these important dates:

2021 Winter Institute & Lobby Day 

March 7 - 9, 2021
Lobby Day on Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Albany Capital Center
Albany, NY 

2022 Winter Institute & Lobby Day 

March 6 - 8 , 2022
Lobby Day on Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Albany Capital Center
Albany, NY 

2023 Winter Institute & Lobby Day 

March 5 - 7, 2023
Lobby Day on Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Albany Capital Center
Albany, NY