Superintendent certification program
Aspiring Superintendent & Leadership Academy
Take the next step in your career
Enroll in the Region 4 Aspiring Superintendent and Leadership Academy Class of 2023–2024.
THE ACADEMY IS STRUCTURED FOR
- individuals pursuing superintendency as a career choice,
- administrators or principals seeking a senior central office position, and
- central office administrators pursuing a better understanding of the superintendent’s role.
THE ACADEMY INCLUDES
- focused emphasis on key issues instrumental to a superintendent’s success,
- distinguished speakers with highly successful experiences and statewide recognition,
- discussion panels with prominent practicing superintendents, and
- exceptional networking opportunities.
THE PROGRAM FEATURES:
- Six full-day sessions designed for administrators seeking superintendency or senior-level administration
- Discussion panels with prominent practicing superintendents
- Professional networking
REGISTRATION FEE: $649 (INCLUDES lunch & ALL PROGRAM MATERIALS)
Please Note:
- All Academy Sessions and the Final Training Session are held in-person (unless announced otherwise) on Thursdays and begin at 9:30 a.m. Due to construction at Region 4 ESC, all academy sessions will be held at the Pearland ISD Virgil Gant Education Support Center, 1928 N. Main St, Pearland, TX 77581.
- A detailed syllabus will be provided during the Program Orientation
- TExES Prep Session begins at 9:00 a.m.
- Attendance at Academy Sessions, Saturday TExES Prep Session, and Final Training Session is mandatory.
Optional: Expand your program with online instruction and in-district field experience to obtain complete Texas superintendent certification.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER (REGISTRATION DEADLINE: September 14, 2023)
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
SESSION 1 | 9:30 A.M.–3:30 P.M.
The Superintendency: An Overview
- Competencies
- Job Search
- Ethics
- Board Relationships
- Other Issues
OCTOBER 26, 2023
SESSION 2 | 9:30 A.M.–3:30 P.M.
Superintendent as Instructional Leader
- Visioning
- Strategic Planning
- Academic Accountability
- Special Programs
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
SESSION 3 | 9:30 A.M.–3:30 P.M.
The Superintendent as Financial Leader
- Funding Sources
- Public Education Finance
- Taxes
- Budget Management
JANUARY 25, 2024
SESSION 4 | 9:30 A.M.–3:30 P.M.
The Superintendent and the Law
- Human Resources
- Student and Parent Rights
- Open Meetings
- Public Information
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
SESSION 5 | 9:30 A.M.–3:30 P.M.
Superintendent as Operational Leader
- Facilities
- Transportation
- Child Nutrition
- Technology
- Bonds
- Safety
MARCH 2, 2024 (SATURDAY)
TEXES PREP SESSION (VIRTUAL)
After the TExES Prep Session, students will complete online test preparation activities before test permission is granted.
APRIL 18, 2024
SESSION 6 | 9:30 A.M.–3:30 P.M.
Superintendent as Community Leader
- Life after Certification
- Community Engagement
- Advocacy
JUNE 27, 2024
FINAL TRAINING SESSION | 9:30 A.M.–3:30 P.M.
For more information, contact 713.744.6595 or mcruz@esc4.net.
