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A new location and a new schedule for our North Carolina IMPACT Conference in February have been posted. Check them out today! https://hubs.ly/Q02_wNjM0

Check out this week's #LeaderChat episode! In this episode, Dr. Christina Grant speaks with Jeff about bridging research and practice in education. https://hubs.ly/Q02_k9dS0

Calling All Superintendents and Education Leaders! I'm thrilled to share an incredible opportunity for you to strengthen governance, build leadership capacity, and tackle today’s toughest challenges alongside your board chair or key system leader at the Cognia Leadership Circle Summit: Leading Through Turbulence.   When: January 13–15, 2024 Where: Cognia Headquarters, Alpharetta, GA This exclusive event is limited to 30 superintendent pairs (superintendent + board chair or key system leader), and we’re excited to extend an invitation for 5 additional pairs to join us before registration closes on December 20, 2023! What You’ll Gain: - Access to keynotes from thought leaders, including AJ Crabill, Amanda Ripley, and Dr. Mark Elgart. - Hands-on opportunities to tackle real-world dilemmas through interactive solution circles and think tanks. - A powerful network of peers and actionable strategies to lead through political, social, and organizational turbulence. Don’t miss this chance to shape the future of education leadership in your district! To learn more check out this week's podcast: https://lnkd.in/g2Zg7Edw And, to secure your spot register today: https://lnkd.in/e6hjdRnD I look forward to seeing you in January! Let’s lead boldly into the future together. #EducationLeadership #CogniaSummit #Governance #Superintendents #SchoolLeadership

Chronic absenteeism is an issue that many education and policy leaders are looking to address. Donna Johnson Geist discusses the issue and context of chronic absenteeism and a model of success with two Memphis schools in our recent issue of The Source. https://hubs.ly/Q02_bvng0

Early bird pricing and hotel discounts for our IMPACT conference in Orlando, Florida end in December. Register before the holidays! https://hubs.ly/Q02-7wZx0

We have a shorter episode of #LeaderChat this week! In this episode, Jeff Rose and Leader Chat producer Kris Richard discuss Cognia’s upcoming Leadership Circle Summit in January 2025. https://hubs.ly/Q02-sTQ70

The job of a superintendent can feel impossible. In our latest issue of the Source, Jeff Rose explores the challenges facing superintendents, ways we can work to address these challenges, and how Cognia's collaboration with AASA fits into all of this! https://hubs.ly/Q02-7Myy0

Our offices will be closed from November 28th to November 29th for the American Thanksgiving Holiday. We hope everyone celebrating this week has a wonderful holiday. Happy Thanksgiving!

For nearly 130 years, Cognia has accredited schools and supported long-term improvement. This year, we were the first to accredit a state education agency, so states are able to become a model for their schools and districts with their own accreditation and commitment to excellence. Read the article from Drs. Mark Elgart and Andre Harrison to learn more. https://hubs.ly/Q02YzF4h0

Powerful discussions taking place on how leadership teams are using findings from the Diagnostic Review process to drive conversations and make adjustments to action plans. Jefferson County Schools (JEFCOED) Alabama and Cognia partnership making the connection for building sustainable structures for growth.