Applications are still open for the 2025-26 Minnesota Aspiring Superintendents Academy. With a proven history of preparing future superintendents for this new role in education, this program will provide opportunities to develop and expand your leadership skills—regardless of your current role in education. If you are considering a move to the superintendency at some point in the future, this is the program for you!
Facilitated by Minnesota’s own school leaders and other experts in their fields, the Aspiring Superintendents Academy offers a comprehensive experience covering critical topics such as leadership development, communication, school board relations, decision-making, community engagement, interviewing, contract negotiation, and more. The program will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to begin your career as a superintendent (or better support the one you have)!
This program is ideal for educators passionate about leadership and eager to make a meaningful impact on education in their communities. Participants will gain insights from experienced leaders, build a strong professional network, and enhance the confidence needed to lead a school district successfully.
Be sure to watch this promotional video for the academy featuring graduates of the Aspiring Superintendents Academy.
Dates and Location (all sessions are Friday – Saturday)
Dates:
- October 3-4, 2025
- November 14-15, 2025
- January 16-17, 2026
- February 20-21, 2026
- April 10-11, 2026
Times:
- Fridays 9:00-4:00 pm
- Saturdays 9:00-3:00 pm
The Academy will take place at:
Quora Education Center
70 W County Road B2
Little Canada, MN 55117
(map of location)
Full information and application instructions can be found online at www.mnasa.org/aspiring-superintendents-academy.
Applications are due by August 1, 2025. Accepted candidates will be notified by August 15. Please note that this is NOT a licensure program.
Thanks to the generous support of our business partner, Sourcewell, the cost to attend the academy is $1,250. This also includes a complimentary MASA student membership. If you have any questions about the Academy, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’d love to connect!
Contact
Lori Zimmerman, Director of Professional Learning, 651-295-776 | lori.zimmerman@mnasa.org
Deb Henton, Executive Director, 651-439-7719 | deb.henton@mnasa.org
