This message contains vital information for new MASA members as they begin their new positions leading Minnesota's Schools. From Charlie Kyte, Executive Director, MASA
Listen to the audio podcast which gives you more detail on each of the subjects below. The podcast is 8 minutes long.
WELCOME TO SCHOOL DISTRICT LEADERSHIP
This year there wil be about 50 vacancies for Superintendents and 30 vacancies for Central Office Administators filled in Minesota. Of these, about 30 Superintendent positions and 20 CO positions will be filled by persons new to those positions. MASA will help you get off to a good start!
REMEMBER WHO YOU REALLY WORK FOR
Superintendents must serve many constituencies. Howeever it is important to remember that it is the School Board that hired you and they act as your primary employer. A significant part of your job is to help the Board be successful and for them to see you as their CEO.
QUOTES
" Be gentile with people, but tough as hell with the issues"
Advice to new Superintendents...."Quit being a Principal"
ENTRY PLAN
If you are looking for guidance on how to make a strategic entry into your new district, check out the Entry Plan on the MASA website. Go to www.mnasa.org, click on 'Legal Support' and scroll down to 'Entry Plans'
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GREAT START WORKSHOPS....AUGUST 2 & 3
The first of several Great Start Workshops is scheduled for August 2 & 3. These workshops are designed to help new MASA members and SUperintendents get off to a good start. There is no cost to attend and you can register by calling the MASA Office at 651-645-6272. Ask for Mary or Jeanna.
NEED HELP....CALL CHARLIE
If you need advice on operational issues, Board management, negotiations or how to solve a thorny personel issue, give Charlie a call. You can call anytime including weekends or in the evening hours. His phone numbers are: 651-645-6272 (o); 651-247-6505 (c...usually the best); 507-645-7838 (h).
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