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.  

Thank you for joining us at our 2020 Winter Institute & Lobby Day! We enjoyed making the connections with everyone who attended.  

• Review our event agenda to connect to education session slides that were provided by presenters.

• Enjoy this compilation video showing highlights and connections made throughout the event. 

• See leadership in action while reviewing these videos from keynote sessions:

  • Presidential Remarks - Kevin McGowan, Brighton

  • 2020 Winter Institute NYS Superintendent of the Year Presentation - Michael Nagler, Mineola

  • Ignite Presentation #1 - Angelina Maloney, Brunswick

  • Ignite Presentation #2 - Steve Rappleyea, Lakeland

  • Ignite Presentation #3 - Vince Butera, Manhassat

  • Ignite Presentation #4 - HVCC President Roger Ramsammy

  • Appreciation Awards - Luvelle Brown, Ithaca and Oliver Robinson, Shenendehowa

  • Friend of The Council Award - George L. Duffy, III, SCOPE Education Services

  • Dr. Mary Barter Scholarship Award Presentation - Linda Rivera Bradt, Middletown

  • Executive Committee Members - Presented by Executive Director Chuck Dedrick

  • Remarks presented by NYSSBA Executive Director Robert Schneider

  • Singing Superintendents and Strategic Partners Performance

Special thanks to our title sponsor K12 Insight for helping us bring all of the connections together!

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 education 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 Rapp, Adminstrative Assistant, at heather@nyscoss.org or (518) 694-4872 with questions.

• Our Call for Proposal portal for the 2020 Fall Leadership Summit will open Spring 2020. The theme is Fostering Connections with Each Other.  Final content strands are under development. 

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 / Fostering Connections:  The Time is Now

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