It's time to FLIP THE SCRIPT on women in education leadership
The Leadhership Network for Women is here to shake things up! Let’s face it—women make up the backbone of education, yet only 30% of superintendent positions are held by women nationwide. What’s up with that? It’s time to FLIP THE SCRIPT.
We’re all about equipping women leaders with the skills, confidence, and support to not just survive but thrive at every career stage. Whether you're climbing the ladder or already sitting at the table, we’re here to help you own your power and make your mark.
Backed by decades of education leadership expertise through District Administration (DA) and CommunityEDU, the Leadhership Network for Women is your go-to community for connection, growth, and meaningful change. Let’s break barriers, shatter glass ceilings, and lead the way—because the future of education is female, and we’re just getting started!
What We Do
Our mission is simple: Empower. Connect. Advance. Transform.
The Leadhership Network for Women isn’t your average conference—it’s a full-blown movement for women ready to take educational leadership by storm. Think of us as your personal cheer squad, leadership toolkit, and networking powerhouse all rolled into one.
Through inspiring keynotes, hands-on workshops, and empowering mentorship moments, we’ll help you level up your leadership game with strategies, confidence, and connections you didn’t even know you needed. Our goal? Smash barriers, amplify your voice, and ensure you’re leading with impact, innovation, and an air of unshakable confidence. Let’s rewrite the rules and show the world what women in education can do!
With game-changing professional development, inspiring mentorship, and hands-on experiences that fuel confidence and career growth—because you’re not here to play small!
Join a team of passionate educators, big-picture leaders, and innovative thinkers! This is your community—a place to connect, collaborate, and create something amazing. Together, we’ll thrive and leave the world better than we found it. Ready to change the game? Let’s go!
We’re all about giving them the tools, leadership hacks, and career glow-ups they need to rock the education world—because who says shaping the future can’t be fun?
Smashing barriers, arming women with career-savvy strategies, and building a future where women don’t just lead—they absolutely crush it (and have fun doing it)!
Our Signature Conference
The Leadhership Network for Women isn't just another conference - it's the ultimate power-up for women in education. Here's what's on the menu:
- Workshops and thought leadership sessions led by some of the best experts in the biz.
- Professional development so practical and on-point, you’ll wonder why someone didn’t share these leadership strategies sooner.
- Networking so good, you might just find your next mentor, partner in crime (professionally speaking), or career cheerleader.
- Transformative moments that leave you feeling like your most confident, resilient, and unstoppable self.
This isn’t just an event—it’s a full-on movement to rewrite the rules of leadership for women in education. Are you ready to level up with us?
Who We Serve
The Leadhership Network for Women is your go-to squad for education leaders who are all about lifting women up, smashing inequities, and sparking big ideas. Whether you’re running the show as a superintendent or just starting to flex those leadership muscles, we’ve got your back with everything you need to grow, lead, and inspire (and maybe save the day a few times).
Because let’s be real—when women lead, magic happens. Schools thrive, districts shine, and ceilings? Well, they’re meant for breaking. From mentorship and professional development to a little strategic wisdom, we’re here to help you own your leadership journey and make some serious waves.
Our Core Leadership Pillars
The Leadhership development framework is here to help women rock their leadership game with confidence and style!
Built around six key pillars, this framework is like your personal roadmap to leveling up—think of it as your leadership GPS (minus the annoying “recalculating” voice).
Each pillar is packed with tools, skills, and insights to tackle leadership challenges head-on, all while building confidence and advancing your career. Plus, you’ll learn how to be the ultimate cheerleader for yourself and others, making waves in your organization and beyond.
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Our Advisers
Our amazing Advisory Board is made up of superintendents, curriculum directors, and education gurus who keep us on track and full of fresh ideas. Think of them as our brain trust with a side of heart—they help us craft programs and resources that tackle the real challenges women face in leadership (because we all know it’s not always smooth sailing out there).
These rockstars bring serious expertise from all over, making sure leadhership stays relevant and inspiring. They're the magic behind the scenes, helping us empower women leaders to lead with purpose. So, meet the crew shaping our vision for bold, transformative leadership—you’ll love them as much as we do!
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Dr. Zandra Jo Galván Superintendent of Schools, Salinas Union High School District Superintendent of Greenfield USD & an ELITE team member dedicated to the arduous task of saving student lives! ❤️#A ... -
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Miatheresa Pate, Ed.D. Chief Academic Officer, NYC Department of Education Dr. Miatheresa Pate is a transformative force in education, celebrated for her visionary leadership and unwavering dedicati ... -
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Kristin Brown, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools, Lake Dallas ISD -
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Kimberly Vaught, M.Ed. Associate Superintendent of School Performance, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools I am a results-driven leadership development executive with a proven record of converting low-per ... -
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Kelly May-Vollmar, Ed. D. Superintendent, Desert Sands Unified School District Kelly May-Vollmar, Ed.D. is the proud Superintendent of Educational and Technology Services for Desert Sands Unified Sc ... -
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Kathy Hurley Industry Consultant, Former EVP Pearson Foundation Kathleen Hurley is a former senior executive for numerous educational publishing and technology companies, including IBM and Pearson. ... -
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Kamela Patton President & CEO, Patton Solutions Kamela Patton is an esteemed educator and administrator with over 20 years of experience in the field of education. Known for her innovative leadershi ... -
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Deb Kerr, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools, St. Francis Public School District An award winning visionary who believes in education excellence for all students. I am highly motivated, with the abilit ... -
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Dr. Dana Godek CEO & Managing Partner, Edu.Solve, LLC Dr. Dana Godek is a trusted advisor and national expert in educational policy and strategy with over 30 years of experience across K-20 leadersh ... -
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Colleen Timm, PhD Agency Administrator, CESA 7 Dr. Colleen Timm is a visionary leader dedicated to shaping the future of education as the Agency Administrator at CESA 7. With 35 years of experience ... -
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Candice Castillo, MBA, Ed.D. Deputy Cabinet Secretary, New Mexico Public Education Department Performance-driven bilingual leader with a passion to serve, empower, and advocate for the underserved. ... -
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Atiya Perkins, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools, Linden Public Schools “To Add Value to the Lives of Others” my WHY Fifteen months after Atiya was born her mother passed away due to a lifelong heart ...
Our Leadhers
Meet the Amazing Humans Behind Leadhership
We’re team leaders on a mission to empower women in education—and we’re pretty excited about it! Each of us brings our own flair, skills, and big ideas to help women grow, thrive, and absolutely crush it in leadership roles.
We’re here to cheer you on as you tackle challenges, shatter glass ceilings (watch out for the shards), and leave your mark on the world. Get to know the dream team behind this movement—Because leadership shines brighter with a touch of Leadhership!
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District Administration (DA) has been the go-to guide for K-12 education leaders for over 20 years. Think of us as your trusted sidekick—serving up smart insights, leadership tips, and creative solutions to help superintendents, principals, and district leaders crush their goals and transform their schools.
But wait, there’s more! As a proud partner of the Leadhership Network for Women, we’re all about empowering women in education to connect, grow, and lead like the powerhouses they are. With resources, summits, and events galore, District Administration is here to spark bold professional growth and build a community of education rockstars shaping the future. Let’s do this!
District Administration iis all about championing women in education—because let’s be real, the future is brighter when women lead the way. We're here to boost growth, spark collaboration, and totally transform leadership at every level. Together, we’re paving the way for women to thrive, inspire, and take names (metaphorically, of course).
At the Leadhership Network for Women, here’s what we bring to the table:
Expert-Led Programming: Keynotes, workshops, and panels that don’t just inform—they energize. Led by the brightest minds in education, these sessions will leave you inspired.
Collaborative Opportunities:
Tap into the Leadership Institute (DALI) and it's exclusive events. Think district-level leadership tips, but make it fun and practical.
Innovative Solutions: The latest tech, tools, and strategies to tackle challenges head-on. Who said problem-solving couldn’t be exciting?
As part of the CommunityEDU brand, the Leadhership Network for Women reflects our commitment to fostering inclusive leadership and supporting the diverse voices that drive education forward. By creating spaces where women in education can thrive, we align with CommunityEDU’s mission to connect leaders, empower learning, and transform education.
Leadhership is one of the many impactful initiatives under CommunityEDU, standing alongside events like the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC), the District Administration Leadership Institute (DALI), and more. Together, these initiatives create a vibrant ecosystem where leaders from all walks of life come together to share knowledge, spark innovation, and shape the future of teaching and learning.
When you participate in the Leadhership Network for Women, you’re not just attending an event—you’re joining a larger movement within CommunityEDU that’s redefining the future of education leadership.
Take the Next Step—Your Leadership Journey Starts Here
It’s time to own your awesomeness, meet some incredible leaders, and snag the tools you need to crush it at every stage of your career. Seriously, don’t wait—your seat at the table is practically calling your name (it’s got your name card and everything).
Join the Leadhership Network for Women and dive into a community that’s flipping the script on leadership in education. Register now and take that next big step toward making waves, owning your influence, and turning your goals into reality. Your future as a leader? It starts right here, right now!
