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  • Lead at the district level. Shape entire school systems. Become a superintendent.

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    What You'll Learn

    Graduate with the competencies to lead entire school districts:

    District-Level Leadership

    Develop and implement strategic vision for system-wide improvement and student success.

    School Finance & Operations

    Master budgeting, resource allocation, and financial management at the district level.

    Policy Development & Governance

    Navigate board relations, policy creation, and district-level decision-making.

    Human Capital Management

    Lead district-wide hiring, evaluation, and professional development initiatives.

    Community Engagement

    Build partnerships with stakeholders, parents, and community organizations.

    Legal & Ethical Leadership

    Understand complex legal issues affecting district operations and leadership

    Community Engagement

    Build partnerships with stakeholders, parents, and community organizations.

    Aligned to ISLLC Leadership Standards—the foundation of the School Superintendent Assessment (SSA) Praxis.
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    Ready to begin your journey to earn a District Leadership License?

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    For more information, contact: School of Education [email protected] or call 316-942-4291 ext. 2144
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    One-Year Program - Earn your Kansas District Leadership licensure in just 15 credit hours—designed for completion in one year while you work full-time.
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    For Building Leaders - This advanced program is specifically designed for educators who have already completed a Building Leadership program and are ready for district roles.
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    Flexible Online Delivery - Eight-week courses delivered through live and recorded Zoom sessions fit your schedule as a working administrator.

Lead at the district level. Shape entire school systems. Become a superintendent. Whether you want to become a superintendent, assistant superintendent, or special education director, this licensure program prepares you for district-wide leadership positions. We empower educational leaders to move from building-level to system-level impact.

Our one-year program and flexible delivery allow you to add district leadership licensure while continuing your current role. Complete Kansas PreK-12 District Leadership requirements in just 15 credit hours.

  • Degree Requirements & Curriculum

    Program Structure

    15 credit hours | 5 courses | 1 year

    Course Delivery: Eight-week courses delivered through flexible online format with live and recorded Zoom sessions.

    Praxis Requirement: Candidates must complete the School Superintendent Assessment (SSA) Praxis prior to program completion and submit scores to Newman.

    Admission Requirements

    • Completed Building Leadership program (master's degree + building leadership licensure)
    • Current administrative experience (recommended)
    • Application and transcripts

    Important Financial Aid Information

    Please note: Candidates for the District Leadership Licensure Program are considered non-degree seeking and therefore are not eligible for federal financial aid.

  • About Our Graduate Education Faculty

    Our faculty and staff have the knowledge and experience to help you prepare for a leadership career in Education. If you need clarification on a class assignment or advice on how to approach your future, you can feel confident that our faculty is available and ready to help.
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    Career Pathways
    In District Leadership

    Newman University's District Leadership Licensure provides you with the knowledge and relevant skills to lead at the district level.

    Some who have completed this program have chosen to continue studies in

    • Ph.D. in Mathematics or Mathematics Education
    • Ed.D. in Educational Leadership
    • Advanced certification in STEM education
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    "Newman is very flexible. They always are very supportive. I don't think I ever, ever felt like lost because they very reachable. My teachers that were online teachers, they were always communicating through emails and were asking us questions and asking if we were okay - touching base with me."

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Adison Ardery
Workforce and Community Liaison (Western Kansas)
Western KS – Outreach Education
316-942-4291 ext. 3005
Office: Western Kansas Center
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Mallory Arellano
TIP/ECU Coordinator, Asst Prof of Education
School of Education and Social Work
316-942-4291 ext. 3006
Office: Western Kansas Center
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Jessica Bird
Assoc VP of Outreach Educ & Dean, School of Educ and Social Work
School of Education and Social Work
316-942-4291 ext. 2251
Cell: 620-272-7281
Office: MN100
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Steve Karlin
Assistant Professor of Education
School of Education and Social Work (Western KS)
620-227-9616
Cell: 620-272-7588
Office: Western KS Center
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Ramona Nance
Outreach Education Liaison
School of Education and Social Work (Western KS)
2416 or 3020
Office: Western KS Center
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Jessica Soto Botello
Student Success Specialist
School of Education and Social Work
316-942-4291 ext. 3000
Office: Garden City Office
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Cindy Spriggs
Graduate Education Coordinator
School of Education, Graduate Education
316-942-4291 ext. 2415
Office: MN116
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Tiffany Webster
Director of Outreach Education
School of Education and Social Work (Western KS)
316-942-4291 ext. 3002
Office: Western Kansas Center
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Huachuan Wen
Associate Professor of Education
School of Education and Social Work
316-942-4291 ext. 2206
Office: MN111
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Amanda Wills
Education Program Coordinator
School of Education and Social Work
316-942-4291 ext. 2193
Office: MN101
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