Interested in the Superintendency?  Join us for a two-day seminar preparing potential superintendent candidates for the position.

November 20, 2019 & January 29, 2020

10 a.m. to 2 p.m., COSA Office, Salem

No cost !

The Aspiring Superintendent Seminar provides a rich, collegial cohort opportunity for leaders who wish to become Oregon superintendents.

Learn how to apply for the many vacancies that will be available in Oregon for the 2020-2021 school year and how to be prepared for the process.  Hear from state and national superintendent search consultants about what school boards and districts are looking for in a superintendent.

This seminar will show you the rewards and challenges today’s superintendents face, the politics of the position, how to work with school boards, negotiating your contract, and most importantly: what administrators DON’T know about the position!

One goal of the seminar will be to have potential candidates fully prepared to enter into a superintendent search process.

Topics covered during the seminar will include:

• Navigating the Superintendent search process
  • Search firm tips
  • Frequently asked questions
  • Needed application materials
  • Preparing for an interview
• Developing a district vision and focus
• Enhancing school district and community relations
• Board governance and the role of the superintendent
• Understanding Oregon’s State School Fund (SSF) model
• Instructional leadership vs. operations – finding the balance

Informational Breakout Sessions:

These one-hour presentations at COSA conferences will give you a preview of the seminar series, and are for educators considering a position as a superintendent in the near future. See the conference agenda for exact times.

• Special Ed Conference: October 3-4, 2019, Eugene
• Oregon Law Conference: December 5-6, 2019, Eugene
• Winter Conference: January 23-24, 2020, Salishan
• Others TBD

For more info:

Krista Parent: krista@cosa.k12.or.us

Colin Cameron: colin@cosa.k12.or.us