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              .Superintendent Preparation Programs.  
                
>> Pathway Preparations for the Superintendency

Readiness for the Superintendency in New York State - 3 CPE Credits
>  For new or experienced school administrators interested in an understanding of what it takes to prepare for the superintendency
>  Three hour workshop

Applying for the Superintendency in New York State - 5 CPE Credits
>  For experienced school administrators applying or preparing to apply for the superintendency
> Five hour workshop

Transition to Superintendency Program (TSP) - 26 CPE Credits
>  For experienced school administrators interested in transitioning to Superintendent of Schools
> Since 2006 - An innovative program for aspiring superintendents
> For new superintendent orientation (for newly appointed Superintendents of Schools)
> A national program for aspiring superintendents (Superintendents Academy)
Brochure pending
Application available

Superintendent Development Program (SDP) - 125 CPE Credits
   > Since 1998 - currently running upstate
   > to 2008, 119 of 337 graduates in NY Superintendency
   > A unique, innovative, statewide (regional) program for aspiring superintendents
   > A BOCES Aidable Program - Greater Southern Tier BOCES (LEA)
      Next cohort starting January 2013     - Application available       

Future Superintendents Academy (NYSCOSS)
>  For experienced school administrators interested in transitioning to Superintendent of Schools
> Since 2009 - An innovative program for aspiring superintendents
> New statewide cohort starts July 2012

TRANSITION TO SUPERINTENDENCY RESOURCES
     See: Preparing for the Superintendency Toolbox

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