Events and Conferences

Unique professional development opportunities for superintendents and school and district leaders

DMGroup events provide unique professional development opportunities for superintendents and school and district leaders to learn, build capacity, and share insights. Our events explore a range of key strategic topics in a variety of formats, including in-person national conferences, regional roundtable forums, virtual roundtable discussions, webinars, and more. We share deep-dive research, insights, and actionable strategies leaders need to drive meaningful change in their schools, districts, and communities.

Featured Upcoming Events

SUPERINTENDENTS’ STRATEGY SUMMIT

2023 Superintendents' Strategy Summit

Exclusively for DMCouncil member superintendents and their district leaders, this event 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. Join us for what many superintendents consider "the best leadership development session for superintendents!”. The theme of this year's Summit is Acceleration and Renewal.

March 29-31, 2023 at 5:30pm

New York City

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FREE WEBINAR

Jumpstart Scheduling: Aligning Secondary Schedules to School Priorities and Academic Best Practices

This free webinar will discuss how you can align your secondary schedule to your school’s priorities and research-backed academic practices—without lengthening the school day or adding staff.

April 12, 2023 at 4:00 PM EST

Online

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Fall 2023 Secondary Scheduling Institute

Join our in-depth professional development program designed to build the capacity of district and school leaders to design best-in-class secondary schedules. Over four months, participating teams learn by working together to actively understand and apply best practices within the context of their school’s schedule.

September 12, 2023 at 1:00 PM

Online

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Fall 2023 Academic Return on Investment (A-ROI) Institute

Join our in-depth professional development program that builds your district team’s capacity to analyze and assess programs and initiatives to determine what works best for which students and at what cost.

September 19, 2023 at 1:00 PM EST

Online

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DMCouncil Events

Superintendents’ Strategy Summit

March 29 - 31, 2023 New York City

DMGroup's Superintendents' Strategy Summit brings together the most forward-thinking school district superintendents from across the country 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 superintendents-only event without any vendors present, 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:

  • Academic Return on Investment (A-ROI)
  • Secondary Scheduling
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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)

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