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Charting a Bold Course: Developing Leadership for Rural and Statewide Innovation and Collaboration 2026

Organized by New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS)

New York’s educational landscape is evolving rapidly—shaped by technology, policy shifts, legal challenges, and strained resources.

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Dates: Apr 23-24, 2026
Location: Ellicottville, NY
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About this conference

New York’s educational landscape is evolving rapidly—shaped by technology, policy shifts, legal challenges, and strained resources. This joint conference, presented by the New York State Council of School Superintendents, the Rural Schools Association of New York, and Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES, aims to unite school leaders. Its focus is to highlight the critical role of leadership and rural voices in shaping the future of education across the state. The conference emphasizes leadership at all levels, rural perspectives, shaping statewide policy, collaboration, technology, innovation, and addressing systemic change in under-resourced communities to uplift every child. Attendees can expect practical strategies for navigating critical legal issues, insights into innovative technologies, tools for leading equity-focused change, and opportunities to build a strong network of peers.

Sponsorship options

The New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS) offers a Strategic Partnership Program that provides various opportunities for companies, associations, and organizations to engage with school district leaders throughout New York State. This program features tiered partnership levels: Signature Partners receive a customized marketing plan with full access to a comprehensive menu of marketing benefits; Premier Partners can select marketing options from this menu, committing to Diamond, Gold, or Silver levels; and Business Members support the organization's work without access to marketing benefits. These partnerships include exposure and sponsorship opportunities for NYSCOSS professional development programs, both virtually and in-person.