Programs and Events

Featured Upcoming Events

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Leadership Council for K-12 School Finance Officers

Join the DMG Leadership Council to gain practical tools and proven strategies to improve day-to-day financial management, plan for long-term sustainability and maximize resources in support of student success.

August 4, 2025

Online

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Fall 2025 Secondary Scheduling Institute

Develop a strategic, data-driven approach to secondary scheduling that directly supports student success. Gain the skills and tools to create schedules that are both more effective and more efficient and drive stronger student outcomes.

September 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM

Online

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Special Education Leadership Council

Join the DMG Special Education Leadership Council to strengthen your special education and student support programs, stay ahead of best practices and emerging trends, and lead lasting change for all your students.

October 6, 2025

Online

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Fall 2025 Academic-ROI Institute

Gain the knowledge and skills to make smarter, data-informed decisions, align spending with impact, and direct resources toward the programs that truly move the needle for students.

October 7, 2025 at 1:00 PM EST

Online

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DMG SUMMIT

DMG SUMMIT 2026

Registration is open for DMG Summit 2026! Exclusively for DMCouncil member superintendents and their district leaders, the DMG Summit provides a unique opportunity to learn the latest best practices research, share ideas, and network with a community of forward-thinking peers committed to transformational change. Get ready for another immersive professional development experience with top experts on critical K-12 strategic topics.

February 4-6, 2026 at 5:30pm

New York City

DMCouncil Events

DMG Summit

February 5-7, 2025 New York City

The DMG Summit brings together the most forward-thinking superintendents and district leaders nationwide for a leadership conference and professional development experience with leading experts on key strategic topics.

Each Summit program offers an immersive learning experience with deep-dive exploration of a strategic topic through a mix of presentations, facilitated case study discussions, group activities, and networking.
DMGroup's distinctive perspective and strategic expertise will provide you with best-practice insights and actionable tactics focused on delivering measurable, sustainable improvement.
As a DMCouncil members-only event, the Summit offers a rare opportunity to connect with peers from across the country to engage in candid, high-value discussions in a collegial environment.

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DMInstitutes

THROUGHOUT THE YEAR ONLINE

DMInstitutes are different from other professional development programs. Our approach is a unique combination of lectures, workshops, and coaching delivered over a period of months while participants tackle a real, live challenge from their district. Our cohort model develops teamwork and collaboration and allows for an energizing exchange of ideas in a supportive environment. This unique experience makes for learning that lasts.

DMInstitutes are offered in a variety of practice areas including:

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This is a learning place for superintendents, a place for us to learn from our colleagues and the presenters.

Dr. Dave Webb, Superintendent South St. Paul Public Schools (MN)

I love the Superintendents’ Strategy Summit. I get to hear from others not just from my state but from across the country.

Dr. Dana West, Former Superintendent Amarillo ISD (TX)

I mark this event on my calendar every year. Wonderful information, great camaraderie, a new way of looking at challenges.

Dr. Ehren Jarrett, Superintendent Rockford School District #205 (IL)