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M.A.S.S. Professional Learning Opportunities: 2026-27
M.A.S.S. offers a variety of learning opportunities – in-person, virtual, and hybrid – facilitated by leading scholars and practitioners who understand your role and the challenges you’re facing.
2026 Dr. Christos Daoulas Award: Dr. Jason DeFalco
M.A.S.S. presented the 2026 award to the Superintendent of the Marlborough Public Schools.
Superintendent Spotlight
Superintendent Spotlight: Karen Crebase
M.A.S.S. President Karen Crebase reflects on her career and the power of gratitude.
Superintendent Spotlight: Dr. Dianne K. Kelly
Dr. Kelly is passionate about empowering and supporting great teachers to create student-centered learning experiences.
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Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents
The Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents, originated in 1973, is the only statewide organization dedicated to the unique professional and advocacy concerns of school superintendents and assistant superintendents.
Rachel Curtis and Liz City, co-authors of “Leading Strategically: Achieving Ambitious Goals in Education,” will facilitate two professional learning programs for M.A.S.S. in the upcoming school year:
1️⃣ District teams making progress on a district equity priority can participate in an 8-month cohort experience. Teams of three or more, including the Superintendent, will identify a district priority with an explicit connection to equity. Teams will think about their individual and collective leadership as they work to lead themselves, others, and the system to address the priority.
2️⃣ An leadership development program for individuals consists of two parts:
⌨️ Two 15-hour asynchronous courses at your own pace: “Leading Strategically: Act with Intention for Impact” and “Leading Strategically: Engage with People, Context, and Power”
💻 Three 90-minute virtual webinars, facilitated by Rachel and Liz, designed to build community, support application of course content, and connect participants across the state.
Learn more and register: bit.ly/4hNBrEY
Registration is now open for Education Leadership Training, a professional learning opportunity with Dr. Tracey Benson, co-author of “Unconscious Racial Bias in Schools: A Developmental Approach to Exploring Race and Racism.”
This two-part leadership development program for school and district leaders includes:
➡️ A 10-hour racial equity master class (in-person and virtual), and
➡️ 18 weeks of ongoing racial equity executive coaching from Dr. Benson and his team to support implementation.
Learn more and register: bit.ly/4hNBrEY
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