New Superintendents Seminar Series

Designed to provide essential learning and networking for new superintendents.

ACSA’s New Superintendents Seminar Series (NSSS) is designed exclusively for the first- and second-year superintendent.

The program provides participants with a cohort of new superintendent colleagues in a year-long program of five two-day workshops.

NSSS brings new superintendents together to tackle current issues in a confidential and supportive setting. Through a seminar format, practical topics specific to the role of superintendent are explored, examined and discussed. Experienced superintendents provide wisdom, expertise, experience and guidance to new superintendents.

If you are a new superintendent, NSSS provides essential professional learning and networking for you.

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2025-26 Dates & Locations

Session 1: Sept. 19-20 | ACSA Sacramento
Session 2: Nov. 14-15 | ACSA Sacramento
Session 3: Jan. 27-28 | Indian Wells, CA*
Session 4: March 27-28 | ACSA Sacramento
Session 5: April 17-18 | ACSA Sacramento

* The Jan. 27-28, 2026 session will convene in Indian Wells at the New Superintendents Workshop in conjunction with the ACSA Superintendents’ Symposium.

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Registration Fees

Year 1:
ACSA Member: $3,000
Non Member: $4,000

Year 2:
Returning: $2,300

2026-27 Registration will be available on June 1, 2026.

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Topics Covered

  • Goal Setting: Working in partnership with the Governing Board to establish annual goals.
  • Culture Building: Establishing a culture that is inclusive and welcoming for all.
  • Leadership: Leadership Matters and it starts with the Superintendent.
  • Evaluation: Creating systems of improvement.
  • Negotiations: Setting the stage for success and a collaborative process.
  • Governance: Appreciating, respecting and partnering with the Governing Board.
  • Human Resources: Navigating complex personnel issues.
  • Taking Stock: Appreciating what has gone well and future planning.

ACSA’s New Superintendents Seminar Series (NSSS) is designed exclusively for the first- and second-year superintendent. The program provides participants with a cohort of new superintendent colleagues in a year-long program of five two-day workshops. Through a seminar format, practical topics specific to the role of superintendent are explored, examined and discussed.

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