New York State Council of School Superintendents

The Friend of The Council Award was created in 1996 and is given annually in recognition of a person or organizations contributions to The Council and the field of education. Our Distinguished Service Committee selected the NYSTRS as our 2021 Friend of The Council. NYSTRS serves our members through their well-managed fiduciary role and the retirement guidance they provide at our annual events. The award will be presented to Executive Director Thomas K. Lee on Monday, March 8, 2021 and is sponsored by Signature Partner BBS Architects, Landscape Architects & Engineers, P.C. Register at https://nyscosswinterinstitute.org/ to virtually hear Thomas Lee's remarks. #NYSuptsWI

The Appreciation Award is given in recognition of an active member's efforts on behalf of The Council and its initiatives. This year we will honor Neil O’Brien, Superintendent, Port Byron for his leadership, dedication and work on Council committees, his support of emerging leaders and efforts of Council staff, his leadership on the LEAF, Inc. Board, and insight into legislative proposals and how they could affect schools. Neil was selected by our Distinguished Service Committee for his continued commitment to The Council for over 10 years. The award will be presented during the Opening Keynote virtually on Monday, March 8, 2021 and is sponsored by Signature Partner Utica National Insurance Group. Make sure to register at https://nyscosswinterinstitute.org/ to hear Neil's remarks. #NYSuptsWI

This year’s virtual 2021 Winter Institute & Lobby Day will focus on connections with state leadership, educational organizations, strategic partners, and with each other to navigate the challenges to better the lives of our students. Day 1 Monday, March 8, 2021 - 9:00 AM 12:00 PM: Virtual Sessions - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM: Lunch Break ... - 1:00 PM 3:00 PM: Virtual Sessions Day 2 Tuesday, March 9, 2021 9:00 AM 11:45 PM: Virtual Sessions This event is for educational leaders in New York State. All registrations will be reviewed. Register here: https://nyscosswinterinstitute.org/ Member: $179 Non-Member: $219 Retired Life Member: $89 See Less

Congratulations to Newburgh Enlarged City School District Superintendent Dr. Roberto Padilla for being named the 2021 New York State School Superintendent of the Year by NYSCOSS. Newburgh Enlarged City School District #GoldbackNation #ShoulderUp Council President and Palmyra-Macedon Superintendent Dr. Robert Ike said, Selection as the New York State Superintendent of the Year is a testament to Dr. Padilla's unwavering commitment to students. As a champion for equity and access, Dr. Padilla's leadership is a model for leaders across the New York State. @AASApage #LeadersMatter Read more about Dr. Padilla's accomplishments here: https://www.nyscoss.org/resources/subpage.cfm?subID=56&ID=79

Opening Keynote at 9am. Log in to hear from Dr. Betty Rosa, Interim Commissioner of Education, New York State Education Department.

Our Legal Team! #nysuptsfall @jazzconboy @greg_berck

Bob Ike, President of The Council-gave opening remarks for the Fall Leadership Summit. Thank you for your words of encouragement, passion and purpose. Wonderful start to a great event. #NYSuptsFall

Calling all "In person" conference attendees- join us for breakfast until 8:30 this morning in Broadway 1,2 &3.

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Congratulations to Windsor Central School District Superintendent, Dr. Jason Andrews on being elected as The Council's Executive Committee Treasurer for the 2020-2021 year. #LeadersMatter

The 43rd annual South High Marathon Dance will be held March 6-7, 2020 at the South Glens Falls Senior High School. Last year, the dance raised $837,859 and over the last 42 years $8.1 million was raised for 530 local charities and individuals.@shmdnow