Collaboration creates opportunities for aspiring school and district leaders

Long Island is unique. While we are all part of the great state of New York, Suffolk County has its own particular character, especially for educators. To be an effective school leader, you need to have a deep understanding of the characteristics of the region, the challenges of the economy, and the values of the communities you serve.

In collaboration with Suffolk County School Superintendents Association (SCSSA) and SCOPE, Stony Brook University has launched a one-of-a-kind educational experience to prepare qualified teachers for the challenges of leading Long Island schools.

We started with SBU's successful Educational Leadership program, augmented the curriculum, enhanced the instructional format, and selected school administrators with extensive leadership experience to teach the courses. The result is a program that prepares educators for two certifications – School Building and School District Leadership  – while expanding their professional network.

Cohort Program Benefits:

• Customized curriculum. Courses incorporate case studies and examples chosen for their relevance to Long Island schools and communities.
• Unparalleled expertise. The courses are taught by Suffolk County superintendents who have the wisdom, insight and practical knowledge gleaned from years of senior leadership experience. 
• Flexible scheduling. The hybrid online format includes synchronous and asynchronous instruction, offering the immediacy of live classes with the flexibility of on-demand learning.
• Lower costs. The program fee is lower due to SCOPE’s sponsorship.
• Networking opportunities. This Suffolk-County-only cohort model offers an unmatched networking opportunity; connect with teachers and leaders from districts from across the county.

For details, join us for an information session on May 1.