Welcome to Leading Now

Leading Now supports superintendents and system leaders to navigate political complexity and strengthen public trust as they advance their commitment to all students. Click here for a short video of what our members value most!

About Us

K-12 superintendents — over 13,000 nationally — are public officials who span a wide range of divergent stakeholders. Leading Now offers superintendents a diverse community, access to experts, and practical resources so that adults focus on what matters most: student opportunities and outcomes.

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Join Our Community

We know superintendents love connecting and learning with one another. Our signature offering — a five-month cohort focused on strategic communications — offers a blend of expert speakers and peer consultancies. Superintendents only. No cost to you and your district.

Next steps to
join a cohort:

  • 130 min intro call with a Leading Now team member
  • 2Complete a short application

Testimonials

  • Leading Now is a place where I know that I’ll receive not only skill development and content knowledge — they also provide a community of other people that continue to remind me of my strengths and why I want to spend the rest of my life continuing to be a champion for children.

    Dr. Cheryl Watson-Harris, Board Chair Superintendent-in-Residence (GA)

  • Leading Now addresses something that is so important in the superintendency — the political stressors of being a superintendent. They don’t gloss over it; they tackle it head-on. I appreciate that approach very much.

    Dr. Mary Catherine Reljac, Superintendent – Fox Chapel School District (PA)

  • The quality of the professional development has been extraordinary, particularly in areas you don’t often see in superintendent training programs or conferences — around strategic communication and navigating challenges in a way that builds trust.

    Dr. Joe Sawyer, Superintendent – Shrewsbury Public Schools (MA)

  • Leading Now is the only place I know that responds this quickly, especially when you’re in the midst of a crisis or just need a sounding board. Their support not only meets us in the here and now, but it is research and evidence-based.

    Dr. Dana Bedden, Superintendent – Centennial School District (PA)

  • This is about joining a community that is for you. The time is for you. This is about your professional, as well as your emotional, care.

    Dr. Monique Darrisaw-Akil, Superintendent – Uniondale Union Free School District (NY)

Join Today

We know superintendents love connecting and learning with one another. Our signature offering — a five-month cohort focused on strategic communications — offers a blend of expert speakers and peer consultancies. Superintendents only. No cost to you and your district.

Our Beliefs

Public Education

Our democracy depends on public schools to prepare the next generation of engaged, independent thinkers.

Common Ground

Shared values help keep the focus on student learning and away from politics.

School System Leaders

They carry a profound responsibility on their shoulders and deserve the highest quality support in a trusting community.