About The Program
The October National Superintendents Forum connects K-12 leaders from across the country with innovative solution providers in an exclusive setting. With 20+ Superintendent-led sessions, the Forum delivers actionable strategies, peer insights, and vendor partnerships that drive real impact.
Application Deadline: September 22
Topics of Discussion
Leading Public Education Through Political and Financial Uncertainty
Strategies for superintendents navigating funding instability, legislative pressures, and public scrutiny.
The Future Workforce Crisis in K-12: Recruitment, Retention, and Staff Morale
Addressing teacher shortages, burnout, leadership succession, and sustainable staffing models.
AI in School District Leadership: Governance, Strategy, and Implementation
How district leaders can responsibly integrate AI into instruction, operations, and decision-making.
Restoring Trust in Public Education
Building stronger relationships with families and communities amid political polarization and declining enrollment.
Mental Health, Student Behavior, and School Climate Post-Pandemic
Practical approaches to improving attendance, resilience, engagement, and staff/student well-being.
Budgeting for Sustainability: Managing Structural Deficits and Rising Costs
Financial planning strategies for districts facing operational pressures and enrollment-driven funding challenges.
School Choice, Enrollment Decline, and the Competitive Education Landscape
Understanding how school choice, marketing, and community perception are reshaping public education.
Board Governance and Superintendent Leadership in Complex Times
Strengthening board-superintendent relationships, governance practices, and leadership pipelines.
Safety, Security, and Risk Management in Modern School Systems
Integrating physical safety, cybersecurity, student behavior management, and crisis preparedness.
Improving Academic Outcomes While Managing Systemic Change
Balancing instructional excellence, literacy/math achievement, intervention systems, and operational realities.
4 out of 5 delegates said this is the best event they’ve attended all year
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.
Gerling Public Schools, Nebraska
Chelsea Public Schools, Massachusetts
Teaneck Public Schools, New Jersey
School District of Baraboo, Wisconsin
Past & Current Speakers
Adams County School District 14, Colorado
Plymouth Public Schools, Massachusetts
Mid-Del Public Schools, Oklahoma
King Philip Regional School District, Massachusetts
Derry Cooperative School District, New Hampshire
New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District, Delaware
Columbus Public Schools, Nebraska
West Seneca Central School District, New York
Kankakee School District 111, Illinois
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 is my third event and they keep getting better. The conference is great about focusing on timely issues that all districts are facing and provides the ability to not only hear from industry experts, but also from colleagues around the country. Every time I attend it challenges my thinking and I leave refreshed with a slew of new ideas to help improve my district.
RTM is very unique in design. They focus on networking and opportunities to learn about the different resources available to education. I always leave these events with one or more new contacts and several ideas toward improving my district. They are so impactful that I always try to bring at least one additional district person with me so that it has double the impact!
RTM is the best conference I attend that is geared specifically for superintendents to network and learn from each other regarding the role of the superintendent. I have left each meeting with lots of resources and ideas from those conversations. Add to that the strategic, one-on-one partner meetings and the value of the conference increases tremendously. My school district’s students and staff members have benefited from my exposure and experiences at RTM.
RTM provides a unique and valuable experience for all attendees. Sessions and schedules are individualized to ensure participants have an experience that matches their current initiatives. Networking opportunities are among the best of any conferences I attend.
