About Academy | Application

The Aspiring Superintendents’ Academy provides a rich, collegial cohort opportunity for school leaders who wish to become Minnesota School Superintendents.  The Academy focuses on developing a professional practice in the superintendency that is grounded on evidence-based knowledge, skills, and dispositions that contribute to successful capstone leadership.  Sessions are taught by experienced, effective school leaders and each participant will be paired with a mentor for guidance during the cohort and beyond.

Participation will be limited to 30; applications will be screened for the highest quality candidates.  Those selected for participation in the program will be outstanding, high-performing leaders whose next logical career moves would be to the superintendency.

The Academy will be 10 days in duration and will include additional opportunities for personalized learning.  Every participant will complete a skill assessment as part of the orientation process and will have an individual learning plan to guide their learning.

Participation will be limited, and applications will be screened for the highest quality candidates.  Those selected for participation in the program will be outstanding, high performing leaders whose next logical career step would be the superintendency.  This program will support transition into the first position as superintendent and each participant will receive a certificate of completion. Please note that this is not a license program.

All sessions are located at the MASA Building at 1884 Como Avenue in St. Paul.  The program includes 10 Content Days in 5 sessions.  Program sessions includes the following topics:

• System Leadership
• Shaping the Future of American Public Education
• Positive Psychology and Optimism
• Accountability for Student Success
• Data Literacy for Superintendents
• Working Effectively with your school board
• Superintendent Ethics
• Finance, Technology, Lobbying, and Learning Environments
• Career Management

The cost to participants is $1,000 per person.  Fees include program, materials, refreshments, and meals during the sessions.  Participants are responsible for travel and lodging.  We have secured a discounted lodging rate at several area hotels.

For questions regarding this program please contact Program Manager, Debbie Magee at dmagee@aasa.org.