EMERGING
LEADERS
ACADEMY

Emerging Leaders Academy Class of 2023

The Cooperative Council for Oklahoma School Administration and Oklahoma State School Boards Association are proud to offer the Emerging Leaders Academy!

This year-long program will help prepare a select group of Oklahoma education leaders for the superintendency.  This program is open to Oklahoma education professionals who hold a current superintendent’s certificate and aspire to be a superintendent. The collaborative, interactive academy will feature project and problem-based learning opportunities facilitated by practicing Oklahoma education experts.

APPLICANT PROFILE

  • Practicing Oklahoma administrators who aspire to be a superintendent
  • 3 years of experience as a principal, central office administrator, and/or assistant superintendent
  • Holds a current Oklahoma superintendent certificate
  • Demonstrates highly effective leadership skills in current role
  • Member of professional organization within CCOSA

APPLICATION PROCESS

  • Application period – May 16 through June 17, 2022
  • Supporting materials:
    • Superintendent Certification
    • Letter of Interest
    • Resume
    • Letter of support from sponsoring superintendent
    • Participation Agreement
  • Complete the online application here
  • Complete and sign the participation agreement. The agreement must be uploaded with your application materials.
  • Notification of acceptance will be sent by August 1, 2022

PROGRAM FEES

  • Registration fee includes:
    • 50+ Professional Development Hours
    • Team Building/Networking Activities
    • Meals and Refreshments
    • Materials
    • Supplies
    • OSSBA/CCOSA Education Leadership Conference
  • Participant Financial Obligation
    • Registration Fee: $600
    • Sleeping Room Expense: Actual Expense
    • Associated Travel Expenses: Actual Expense
    • CCOSA Leadership Conference and Law Day: $325

Tentative Schedule

*Attendance is required at all sessions, networking/team building functions and overnight stays.

August 26-27, 2022

Welcome and Introduction
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October 25-26, 2022

Leadership
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December 6-7, 2022

Finance
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February 21-22, 2023

Advocacy
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March 28-29, 2023

Communication
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June 6-8, 2023

Celebrate Class of 2023
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August 24-27, 2023

OSSBA/CCOSA Education Leadership Conference
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