Achieving Joy and Mastery in Public Schools

In this episode of our podcast we had three extraordinary guests who were Keynote presenters at the NYSCOSS Winter Institute. They were part of the Council’s Ignite Sessions, sponsored by Partner Energy Systems Group (Partner ESG). Joining us for this conversation were Ray Sanchez, Michael Doughty, and Dr. Lorna Lewis—three accomplished educational leaders who are inspiring the

Today on the podcast we are beyond excited to be joined by Sal Khan. Sal is the founder and CEO of Khan Academy, a nonprofit educational organization that offers free lessons in math, science and humanities, as well as tools for parents, teachers and districts to track student progress. Khan Academy is piloting an AI guide called Khanmigo that is a tutor and teaching assistant. Wor

In this inspiring episode, we are joined by two accomplished superintendents, Lisa Krueger of the West Seneca Central School District and Andrea Kersten of the Akron Central School District. Together, they delve into the critical topic of supporting and empowering women in educational leadership. With the backdrop of the NYSCOSS Women’s Initiative, this discussion highlights stra

Today on our podcast we have Dr. Jeffrey Jachlewski, the Superintendent of the North Tonawanda City Schools. Dr. Jachlewski received his Bachelor of Science in Secondary Science Education from Buffalo State College (1999), his Master of Science in Administration and Supervision from Niagara University (2002), and his Doctorate in Educational Administration from the University at Bu

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Venu Govindaraju, a pioneer in Artificial intelligence (AI) research and innovation, who serves as the University at Buffalo’s vice president for research and economic development. He is a SUNY Distinguished Professor and co-chair of the SUNY AI Task Force, which is shaping the future of AI in education across New York State." In January 2023, the

In this episode, we were privileged to interview Mr. Lars Clemensen the superintendent of the Hampton Bays Union Free School District. Lars has been the superintendent in Hampton Bays NY for the past 14 years and he is the current President of the New York Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS) In this episode, Lars discusses his vision and leadership philosophy in both roles

In this episode we interviewed Daniel Ljiljanich, the Superintendent of the Niagara Wheatfield Central School District. Dan announced that Niagara Wheatfield Central School District is one of 13 New York schools who have been named new National Banner Unified Champion Schools. This distinction marks the highest level of achievement for Unified Champion Schools in the nation, recogn

In this episode of the podcast we have Jeff Sortisio, the Superintendent of the Eden Central School District. Jeff introduced us to the Chopper Club. Jeff invited Technology Teacher Stevan Jones, and two student participants Mitchell Preischel (senior) and Luke Ricigliano (Sophomore). The Eden Chopper Club is quite remarkable and offers interested students the opprotunity to build

Today on our podcast we have Michael Mansfield the Superintendent of the Dunkirk City School District. Michael started in April of 2020 and is currently in his fifth year. Previously, Michael served as the superintendent of Bemus Point for 7 years. In this episode, Michael focused on their Bilingual Education program that starts at kindergarten and includes first and second grade.

In this episode we interviewed James Bialasik, the Superintendent of the Springville Griffith Institute Central School District along with his fourth grade teachers Mrs. Kristin Tester and Mrs. Kerri Voit. They shared information regarding a three year old interdisciplinary - project based learning program called the "Fun-tastic Fourth Grade Sellers". Joining them in this podcast a