New Superintendent Support Programs

Our New Superintendent Academy provides a comprehensive onboarding experience for first-year superintendents, beginning with one in-person kickoff session and followed by monthly virtual learning sessions. The in-person kickoff is designed to introduce new superintendents to the people, organizations, and agencies that will be essential partners throughout their careers. Featuring 11 speakers from key educational organizations and state agencies, the day also includes a special New Superintendent Pinning Ceremony to recognize and celebrate each participant's entry into the superintendency.

Following the kickoff, members of the IAPSS Executive Committee lead monthly virtual sessions that provide timely guidance, practical insights, and discussion focused on the critical responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities new superintendents encounter throughout the school year. Together, these sessions equip new district leaders with the knowledge, resources, and professional network needed to successfully navigate a successful first year in the superintendency.

For the 2026-2027 school year, we will kick off the Academy on Wednesday, July 15, at Primo South Banquet Hall in Indianapolis. New Superintendents should have received an email with details.

Our New Superintendent Mentor Program is a personalized, relationship-based partnership that pairs each new superintendent with an experienced superintendent mentor for their first two years in the role. Carefully matched and specially trained to meet the unique needs of each mentee, mentors provide trusted guidance, practical advice, and ongoing support through regular communication and 24/7 availability. This confidential partnership helps new superintendents navigate challenges, celebrate successes, and build the confidence needed for long-term leadership success.