KELA Aspiring Superintendents Program
Superintendents and executive leaders are uniquely positioned to transform their schools and communities. To succeed, incoming leaders must hit the ground running. The KELA Aspiring Superintendents Program is a research-based leadership development initiative grounded in the Next Generation Superintendent Standards.
- Develop a transformative, agile leadership mindset
- Gain experience with superintendent-board collaboration
- Learn strategies for leading teams and engaging communities
“It's one thing to be eligible to be a superintendent. It's a totally different thing to be ready. That's what KELA is all about.”
Program Length: 9 months
Session Format: Five full-day in-person sessions plus two KASA signature events: Personnel Essentials and Education Law & Finance Institute
Location: KASA Training Center, Frankfort
Cost: $2,999
Application Window: Opens Next Year
Application Opens Soon
Requirements:
- KASA Membership (join at registration)
- Minimum of three years administrative experience at any level
For full details, contact Kathy Fields.
Successful Completers Will:
- Receive real-world preparation from Kentucky leaders
- Be awarded a KASA Certificate of Leadership Readiness
- Be recognized at the KASA Annual Leadership Institute
- Have achievements shared with districts and local media
- Receive résumé-ready certification language
Click here for application info.