About The Program
The National Superintendents Forum is a gathering designed exclusively for district leaders navigating today’s most complex educational challenges. This highly curated experience brings together Superintendents from across the country for candid, solution-focused conversations on the issues that matter most — from staffing and student support to funding, safety, innovation, and leadership sustainability.
Unlike traditional conferences, this forum prioritizes meaningful dialogue over presentations. Through interactive roundtables, peer-led sessions, and structured networking, attendees gain practical strategies, fresh perspectives, and trusted connections they can rely on long after the program ends.
With a limited number of participants, the experience is intentionally intimate, allowing for deeper discussion, authentic collaboration, and real-world problem solving alongside fellow leaders who understand the unique demands of the superintendency.
Topics of Discussion
The New Funding Reality
Navigating declining enrollment, vouchers, budget pressures, and long-term financial sustainability.
Surviving & Thriving Amid School Choice
Creative strategies for maintaining enrollment, strengthening district value, and competing in a changing educational landscape.
Solving the Teacher & Leadership Pipeline Crisis
Innovative approaches to recruiting, developing, and retaining top talent.
AI for District Effectiveness
Practical applications of artificial intelligence to improve productivity, communication, and organizational efficiency.
Courageous Leadership in an Era of Uncertainty
Leading confidently through political pressures, community expectations, and rapid change.
Rebuilding Public Confidence in Public Education
Strengthening trust, transparency, and community engagement in a challenging environment.
Tackling Chronic Absenteeism & Student Engagement
Strategies to improve attendance, belonging, and academic outcomes.
Building High-Performing Leadership Teams
Creating trust, alignment, accountability, and succession plans that strengthen district leadership.
Mental Health & Student Regulation
Supporting student and staff well-being while addressing behavioral and emotional challenges.
Data-Driven Leadership
Using data strategically to improve academic performance, operational effectiveness, and decision-making.
Past Keynote Speakers
A dynamic roster of keynote speakers drives innovation at our congress events. Discover thought leaders and game-changers whose invaluable insights foster growth and excellence in each of our delegates.
Grandview C-4 School District, Missouri
St. Vrain Valley School District, Colorado
West Valley School District (Yakima), Washington
The Academies Charter Management Organization, California
Nixa Public Schools, Missouri
Current & Past Speakers
Balsz Elementary School District, Arizona
Faribault Public Schools, Minnesota
Adair County Schools, Kentucky
McDonald County R-I, Missouri
West Memphis Schools, Arkansas
Chehalis School District, Washington
Parma City Schools, Ohio
Shawnee Public Schools, Oklahoma
Medford Area Public School District, Wisconsin
The Schedule
Event Registration
Opening Keynote
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Afternoon Refreshments & Networking
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings/Roundtable Discussions/Workshops
Free Time
Welcome Reception & Dinner
Networking Breakfast
Morning Keynote/Panel Session
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Morning Refreshments & Networking
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Workshops/Roundtable Discussions
Networking Luncheon
Roundtables/Business Meetings/Workshops
Afternoon Refreshments & Networking
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Closing Day Keynote
Free Time
Networking Reception & Dinner
Morning Refreshments & Networking
Workshops/Roundtable Discussions
Brunch
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Closing Keynote
Our Commitments to You
Maximized Networking Opportunities
A personal, customized itinerary
Exclusive qualified attendance
return on time and objective
Delegate Testimonials
This was my first time attending the National Superintendents Forum. It was a great way to broaden my perspective from just North Carolina to nationwide.
This experience was phenomenal. From the networking to the personalized meetings and workshop sessions with providers, it was truly insightful.
RTM has helped myself and our district to seek new innovative programs, etc. Our partnership has promoted opportunity for our students, staff and community to grow!! There is strength in numbers, the amount of contacts / resources I have been able to build through these events with RTM have been very beneficial for me and our district and the future of our kiddos!!
Great conference that was designed perfectly for quality networking between superintendents from different regions of the country and business partners that bring wonderful opportunities for young people.
