Emerging Superintendents Workshop

8:30     Facets of the Superintendency with Justin Petersen, Wilber-Clatonia Public Schools and Dr. Ashley Tomjack, Centura Public Schools
A first- and second-year superintendent join us to discuss their experience researching the position, interviewing, accepting the job, and transitioning into the position. They will share their heartaches, frustrations, and successes during the honeymoon period of the superintendency.

9:15     Marketing Yourself for the Superintendency with Dr. Kevin Chick, Millard Public Schools
This session will help attendees learn proven resume and cover letter techniques, allowing you to present yourself in a manner that will enhance your application. Samples will be provided.

10:00   Applying and the Interview Process with Dr. Aaron Plas, Bennington Public Schools
Preparing to lead and serve as a superintendent begins in the selection process.  This presentation will highlight strategies to help you be your best self in the interview process and gain valuable context about the district where you have applied. 

10: 45   Advocacy with Dr. Mike Dulaney and Kyle McGowan, NCSA
School district advocacy is one of the more underrated aspects of the position of superintendent. This session will explore ways in which a superintendent can effectively promote his or her school district and the issues it faces. 

11:30    Preparing to be the Lead Communicator with Annette Eyman, Kordica Communications
Although everyone in a school district plays a role in delivering communication, the role of the superintendent is to provide the foundation and maintain effective systems. Annette Eyman will discuss the importance and challenges of being a lead communicator.

12:15    Lunch

1:00      Assessing the Financial Position of a District with Jason Buckingham, Ralston Public Schools
Before deciding to apply to an open superintendent position, it’s good to consider how that district stands financially. This will provide you some insight into what you’ll be expected to address if you would accept that position. Jason will share ideas on how to assess the financial condition of a district as well as some financial duties to expect when you do land a job as the leader of a school district. 

1:45 Being Your Best Self and ESU Support with Dr. Melissa Wheelock, ESU #10
This session will discuss how to navigate the intensive and stressful demands of leading a district or organization while honoring personal commitments - to yourself - and as a parent, a spouse, and friend to others.  We’ll talk about how networks and partners can support your work as the district leader.

2:30 What Scares You? with Drs. Troy Loeffelholz and Mike Sieh, NCSA
Participants will be given the opportunity to ask Drs. Loeffelholz and Sieh questions that scare them about entering the rank of superintendent through an open dialogue session.