LEADERSHIP LLC
The Conference
Designed By Principals, For Principals
Nov 20-21, 2025
9am-5pm Thursday
9am-1pm Friday
The New York Principals' Institute is a premier two-day conference held in Albany, NY, tailored to the needs of both new and seasoned school leaders. Embracing the slogan "a conference designed by principals for principals," the event offers a unique platform for firsthand knowledge sharing and collaboration.
Participants will benefit from dynamic panel discussions, expert-led sessions, and interactive networking opportunities that delve into the latest best practices in educational leadership. Join us to engage, learn, and drive impactful changes in your schools through shared insights and collective expertise.
Agenda
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NYSED's Assistant Commissioner, Dr. Santosha Oliver, with Portrait of a Graduate Update
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Streamlining Daily Tasks
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Work Life Balance
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Navigating the Middle Politically
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Supervisor Relationships
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Connecting with Colleagues
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Succeeding in Long-Term Personal Relationships
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New Principal Welcome Reception
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NYSED's Assistant Commissioner, Dr. Laura Glass, on the new dual enrollment policy and College in High School Opportunity Fund
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Contracts & Legal Advice from SAANYS
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Expert Legal Advice
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Negotiating to Yes
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Work-Based Learning 101 from NYSED's Michael LaMastra, PhD
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Observations, APPR
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Elementary/Middle/High School Breakout Groups
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Forming Relationships District Wide
Keynote Speakers
Meet our featured speakers—respected professionals in the field who provide inspiration, passion, and legal advice to help principals navigate today's challenges.
Erica Schoff
Senior Director of Workforce Development with SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Erica Schoff is a seasoned educator and administrator with 19 years of experience in K-12 education and workforce development, specializing in aligning talent pipelines with national security and defense needs. She has led transformative initiatives like founding a P-TECH high school and expanding career-connected learning as Director of Career and Technical Education in Utica. She served as Senior Director of Academic Programs and Workforce Pipelines at Griffiss Institute, Ms. Schoff is now the Senior Director of workforce development to launch the college's newly established workforce development division. Read Full Bio >>
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Breakfast & Lunch Included Thursday and Friday
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About Us
What is Established Leadership LLC?
Our mission is to inspire, motivate, cultivate, advise, coach and mentor a generation of leaders at every level and discipline across New York State. We strive to develop the whole person as a leader who will one day do the same for others.