ABOUT

With support from OSPI, this academy was developed to provide support to early career superintendents. 

COMMITMENT
• Session participation
• Participation in year-end academy evaluation
• Travel and housing expenses, if applicable

2024–25 SESSION MODULES

• Leading with Authenticity
• Racial Equity
• Expanding Capacity in Your Leadership Team with a Focus on Evaluation
• Building Strong Board Relationships
• Prioritizing, Strategizing, and Planning Throughout the Year
• Emerging Issues

FACILITATORS

Kim Fry
Assistant Executive Director of Learning Innovation and AI, WASA and former Superintendent, Rochester School District
kfry@wasa-oly.org
360.239.6225

Jeff Snell
Superintendent, Vancouver School District
jsnell@wasa-oly.org
360.624.3792

 2024–25 SCHEDULE

September 30 | Zoom
 9:30–11:30 a.m.

October 21 | Zoom
 9:30–11:30 a.m.

January 13 | Zoom
9:30–11:30 a.m.

February 17 | Zoom
 9:30–11:30 a.m.

March 24 | Zoom
 9:30–11:30 a.m.

IN-PERSON

May 3, 2026 | Campbell's Resort, Chelan
 Mentor and Early Career Superintendent Academies in-person session will be held at the Campbell's Resort in Lake Chelan, WA from 1 – 4 p.m. prior to the Superintendents Conference, which will begin at 5 p.m.

Housing and Washington State Approved Clock Hours will become available when registration for the Superintendents Conference is launched in late February 2026.

REGISTRATION

Incoming Superintendent Conference Registration Rate: $495
2025–26 Early Career Academy Registration Rate: $325
Bundle and save $100! Incoming Superintendent Conference + 2025–26 Early Career Superintendent Academy = $720

REGISTER NOW

 

CANCELLATIONS

A $100 administrative fee applies to all cancellations submitted by July 8, 2024.
No refunds after July 8th.
No Show = No Refund.

If you need assistance with your login/access, contact Ryan Hickerson at 360.742.6439 or by email at rhickerson@wasa-oly.org.

ABOUT

Join incoming superintendents from across Washington State for an enriching, collaborative learning experience. This conference offers the opportunity to connect with peers, engage with WASA staff, and gain valuable insights from experienced superintendents and educational leaders. Together, we’ll explore the elements of a successful superintendency and set the stage for a strong start to your leadership journey.

DATE/TIME
July 21 and 22, 2025

TARGET AUDIENCE
New and incoming superintendents for the 2025–26 school year.

VENUE

Capital Region ESD 113
6005 Tyee Dr SW
Tumwater, WA 98512

HOUSING
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tumwater-Olympia
4600 Capitol Blvd SE
Tumwater, WA 98501

To book a room at the $169 conference rate, please use this booking link. Please note any rooms booked after June 21, 2025 are not subject to this conference rate.

REGISTRATION RATE

$495
*Can be bundled with the Early Career Superintendent Academy to save even more. See information below for more details.

TOPICS

  • Preparing for a Successful Superintendency
  • Board Relationships and Policy
  • Fiscal Advice & Support
  • Effective Legislative Advocacy
  • What We Wished We Had Known a Year Ago! Sophomore Superintendent Panel
  • And more!

MEALS

The following meals and snacks will be provided:

  • Monday | Reception and Dinner
  • Tuesday | Breakfast and Lunch

LAPTOP

Please bring a laptop for use during the conference activities.

CLOCK HOURS

11.5 hours will be available to attendees.

QUESTIONS

Contact Ryan Hickerson at rhickerson@wasa-oly.org with conference registration questions.
Contact Kim Fry at kfry@wasa-oly.org or with questions about the conference.