Congrats to Dr. Daveda Colbert, Supt of @WayneRESA on receiving the 2026 AESA Women of Inspiration in Leadership Award! This honor celebrates her exceptional leadership, dedication to uplifting and empowering women, and the impact she continues to make on those around her.

“How you react, embrace, and ultimately lead through change will impact your outcomes and ability to influence long-standing performance.” – Chris Richardson, Leadership Expert & Executive Coach

Congratulations to @KentwoodPS Supt. Kevin Polston on his appointment by Governor Gretchen Whitmer to chair Michigan’s new Every Child Reads Champions Council! An exciting opportunity to champion literacy for students across Michigan! kentwoodps.org/downloads/sch…

“Grit is the unwavering commitment to one’s long term goals, despites setbacks and obstacles.” – Angela Duckworth, American Academic, Psychologist, & Author

📚 MASA & MASB’s Fall Leader Assistant Workshop is underway! More than 100 participants are coming together to gain fresh insights, practical tools, and renewed energy to help their districts thrive! #MASALeads

“When obstacles arise, you change your direction to reach your goal; you do not change your decision to get there.” – Zig Ziglar, Motivational Speaker, Salesman, & Self-help Author

💰 What funding could your district qualify for? Our partners at Hope Network have a free web tool to help schools and districts quickly find out.

👏🏻 That’s a wrap on an another incredible Fall Conference filled with meaningful learning, valuable connections, and shared momentum. #MASALeads

✌🏻Day Two is off to an inspiring start with Jon Gordon and a powerful message on positive leadership, connection, and commitment. #MASALeads

🔥 Traverse City is buzzing! More than 900 attendees are here, the energy is high, and Day One of Fall Conference is officially in motion! #MASALeads

Congrats to Ben Mainka, Supt of @NCSD, MASA’s 2026-27 Board President! Dr. Tina Kerr, MASA Executive Director, and Tom Livezey, Supt of Oakridge Public Schools and Past-President, joined the Novi BOE meeting for the annual "passing of the gavel". #MASALeads #miched

“The key to success is action.” – Brian Tracy, Author & Personal Development Coach

“Leadership isn’t about titles. It’s about taking responsibility to move people forward.” – Simon Sinek, Author & Inspirational Speaker

“Enthusiasm is the energy and force that builds literal momentum of the human soul and mind.” – Bryant H. McGill, Author

“As a leader, your energy is contagious. When you elevate your energy, your elevate your team.” – Neen James, Author & Keynote Speaker

🔥 Quickfire Session: AI Tool Showcase Discover 3-4 popular AI tools through real-world insights, peer feedback, and practical takeaways designed to help you work smarter and choose what works best. Less guesswork. More confidence. Register today! gomasa.org/events/quickfire-…

Empower your district’s EdTech leadership with this month’s highlighted resources from Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) the world-class professional association for K-12 technology leaders. 🔗 Check them out here: ow.ly/gEFz50ZzUZO

“The most effective leaders score high in both confidence and humility.” – Adam Grant, American Author & Professor

🔥 Leading for Safety | 1-3 PM Beyond the plan. Beyond the protocol. School safety is built through relationships, preparation, and proactive leadership. Join experts as they share strategies to help create safer, more connected schools. Register today! gomasa.org/events/quickfire-…

New to the superintendency? MASA’s New Superintendents Leadership Academy features in-depth sessions designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge to thrive in your new role. Secure your spot – register today. It all kicks off on September 23: gomasa.org/nsla/