Nominate Your Colleague for the Leadership Through Communication Award
The award recognizes the leadership of outstanding superintendents and public relations/communications professionals who, along with their teams, improve communication within their school systems and communities. Learn more.
Superintendents Make Their Voices Heard
AASA members met with their Congressional delegations during the AASA Legislative Advocacy Conference. Pictured left to right: Tina Viletto, Montgomery County, Pa.; Amy Sichel, superintendent, Abington, Pa., and former AASA president; U.S. Rep (Pennsylvania, 13th district) Allyson Schwartz; and Sherri Smith, superintendent, Lower Dauphin, Pa. Read more here.
Connect With Dan: E-Rate Modernization Highlights How Advocacy is a Marathon, Not a Sprint
AASA members hit the Hill in force less than 48 hours before the final vote, communicating AASA’s deep concerns with the proposed plans. Those visits resulted in nearly 10 separate points of communication from Senators and Representatives. Read Dan's blog here.
School System Leaders Vying for National Superintendent Certification
The 2014 cohort of AASA’s National Superintendent Certification Program are in Alexandria, Va., working on a comprehensive professional development experience that offers exciting and relevant experiences to sharpen their executive leadership skills. Read the press release. Follow @AASAHQ on Twitter.
Message From AASA President
David K. Pennington, AASA president and superintendent of the Ponca City Public School District in Ponca City, Okla., delivers his message to AASA members at the installation of President-Elect David R. Schuler, superintendent of High School District 214, in Arlington Heights, Ill. Read more. Hear the message from AASA president [14:30].
Success Stories From the Field: Healthy School Snacks and Beverages Policy Initiative
AASA’s Children Team has launched a series of success stories highlighting programs underway designed to improve the lives of children. In our first story, learn about healthy fundraisers in Monett, Mo.
AASA & ACSA Women in School Leadership Forum
Register for the AASA and ACSA Women in School Leadership Forum, the premier networking and educational experience designed to engage, enlighten and empower women education leaders from across the country. Learn more.
Our Magazine’s Theme: District Consolidation
In the latest issue of AASA’s School Administrator magazine, BOCES superintendent (and AASA Executive Committee member) Charles Dedrick of Albany, N.Y., details six factors that commonly stymie district consolidation, even when conditions are ripe for a merger.
AASA, JASON Learning Announce Partnership to Promote STEM Education
AASA, The School Superintendents Association, and JASON Learning have launched a nationwide STEM partnership to bolster teaching and learning excellence in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Learn more and watch videos at http://aasa.org/jason.aspx.
AASA Launches National Network of Education Leaders to Improve Schools
“Superintendents are our thought leaders in education,” said Daniel A. Domenech, executive director, AASA. “I see the Collaborative as a vehicle to give them the voice they deserve and the support and resources they need to carry out their very important work.” Learn more about AASA Collaborative and read press release.
New on AASA Radio: E-Learning: Lessons Learned From the Harsh Winter
In this segment Shelly Vaughn talks about E-learning and the impact it had on classroom instruction when schools were closed due to the inclement weather. She also discusses key challenges and parent feedback using this online platform. Tune in to AASA Radio!
Join School Administration Delegation to Australia and New Zealand
Dan Domenech, AASA executive director, invites you to join an incredible professional development opportunity, AASA's International Education Seminar in Australia and New Zealand, Oct. 16-25, 2014.
Recognize Outstanding Leaders in Your Schools Today!
The National Superintendent of the Year program, sponsored by ARAMARK, AASA and VALIC, pays tribute to the talent and vision of the men and women who lead the nation’s public schools. 2015 AASA Superintendent of the Year Nominations are open. Complete your nominations by Aug. 9, 2014. Learn more at http://www.aasa.org/Awards-Scholarships.aspx.