As part of our five-year strategic plan, M.A.S.S. has updated our Vision, Mission, and Values statements. During the summer of 2025, a committee reviewed the existing statements and drafted revisions to reflect the association’s current goals, priorities, and guiding principles. The Executive Committee approved the updated statements in September 2025.
OUR VISION
To transform PK-12 public education in Massachusetts by cultivating and empowering confident, strategic, equity-driven district leaders to build and sustain exceptional schools focused on the success of all students.
OUR MISSION
We support and develop bold, highly skilled superintendents and assistant superintendents, equipping them with high-impact professional learning, strategic guidance, policy and advocacy, and strong peer networks to inspire them to lead the charge in advancing equity and improving public education.
OUR VALUES
We believe:
- Public education is the cornerstone of a just society and a thriving democracy.
- Equity is non-negotiable for every student and in every decision.
- Advocacy at the national, state, and local levels about the most critical issues and the ever-evolving needs in public education is essential for driving continuous improvement.
- The visionary, courageous leadership needed to propel lasting transformation in public education is powered by strong networks and trusted peer support.
We are grateful to the members of the Vision, Mission, Values Committee for their service:
- Ingrid Allardi, Superintendent, Norfolk
- Kristen Anderson, Assistant Superintendent, Nauset
- Mary Bourque, Executive Director, M.A.S.S.
- Jason DeFalco, Interim Superintendent, Marlborough
- Chris Horan, Consultant
- Amy McKinstry, Superintendent, Northbridge
- Armand Pires, Superintendent, Medway
- Michael Richard, Superintendent, Lee
- Joe Sawyer, Superintendent, Shrewsbury
- Jill Norton Souza, Consultant
- Marcus Ware, Superintendent, Chicopee