Find out at the MASS/Alliance Summer Convention July 6-10 in Biloxi
We’ve all heard of artificial intelligence, but what does A.I. mean for our schools?
This summer, we’ll look to the stars for answers. The MASS/Alliance Summer Convention will feature big names from the world of education and sports who will share their insights into innovation and leadership—two key factors in improving public education and preparing Mississippi for the future.
Keynote speaker Jerry Almendarez is superintendent of the Santa Ana Unified School District, one of the largest school districts in California. As a former Superintendent of the Year and a 2019 Ted-Ed Innovative Educator, Jerry will talk about reimagining educational leadership for the 21st century.
We’re also welcoming Dan Mullen back to Mississippi to address our convention assembly on July 10. Formerly head football coach for Mississippi State, Dan is currently an analyst for ABC and ESPN and has many leadership and team-building experiences that tie into the work we’re doing to move Mississippi forward.
As always, Convention attendees will benefit from enriching workshops, networking opportunities and an exciting array of vendor exhibits. Follow this link for details and registration:
https://www.superintendents.ms/events/summer.phtml
A.I. and other technologies are transforming public education as we know it, and as education leaders, it’s our job to stay in the know. That’s one of many reasons why your presence is necessary at the MASS/Alliance Summer Convention.
See you at Beau Rivage!
Phillip G Burchfield
Executive Director
MS School Superintendents
MS Public Schools
School Disctricts
Public School Students
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As a leading advocate for quality public education, the Mississippi Association of School Superintendents provides a comprehensive set of professional learning opportunities that equip educational administrators to inspire students to reach their fullest potential every day.
Mr. Maurice Smith
201 Green St.
Dr. Tony McGee
401 Greensboro St.
Dr. Toy L. Watts
303 West 8th St.
Mr. Chris Fleming
104 McKie St.
Dr. Oswago Harper
4924 Church St.July 6 - 10, 2024
Beau Rivage
875 Beach Blvd.
Biloxi, MS 39530
More information will be available in April.
Relevance of topic to targeted audience or theme of the convention is the primary consideration.
As a new superintendent a few years ago, I found the leadership of MASS to be invaluable as I learned to navigate on the road of the superintendency. Participating in the monthly sessions with my fellow colleagues provided me with a team that I can call anytime to face the challenges of leading a school district. Being a part of MASS also affords me life-long friendships beyond the superintendency. As we collectively work to meet the needs of students in Mississippi, I am honored to be a member of an organization that not only focuses on the professional growth of superintendents. It also focuses on the development of school and district personnel through webinars and its annual conferences.
The MASS organization exemplifies what an educational organization should be: committing itself to growing school leaders professionally, creating a network among its members and leadership for support, and investing in the continual success of children in each district of the state. MASS has offered me multiple avenues of professional growth through its relevant conferences, but more importantly, it provides a network of colleagues to help me navigate the superintendency and to improve the education for children in my district.
MASS started the mentorship program and new superintendent’s network during my first year as a superintendent. I must say this program jumpstarted my career in the positive direction and guided me through my entire first year.
As a member of MASS, I am not alone. The network of MASS members is a professional resource in itself that provides me with best practices and support in leading my district. As we enter these unprecedented times of educating children, MASS is providing me with timely information in weekly webinars with experts and professionals that assist me in building a plan for our schools. While leading in challenging times, we are not leading alone. MASS is with us through it all.
MASS has been a great service provider for many years. I have known them for a longtime and they have always been a valued partner when it comes to building greater accountability in public education.
Since 2008, I have had the opportunity to attend all Summer and Winter Mississippi Association of School Superintendents' conferences. In addition, I have attended many professional opportunities sponsored by MASS over this same period. Regardless of whether I attended as a principal, assistant superintendent, or superintendent, I always experienced tremendous professional growth from each session or meeting. I am grateful to MASS for each of these opportunities and proudly serve as a member of the board of directors for the premier educational organization in the state.
As a newcomer to MASS, I am encouraged by the organization’s steps to equip its members. Resources such as the webinar series add great value and offer insights that help us do our job even better.