BOONE, Iowa—Julie Trepa, Superintendent for the Boone Community School District, is among the nearly 20 superintendents from across the country recognized today for successfully completing the AASA National Superintendent Certification Program®.

The program, administered by AASA, The School Superintendents Association, is a collaborative effort with AASA state affiliates, the National School Boards Association, and business and corporate leaders. The master teachers and guest instructors have all been sitting superintendents and have demonstrable track records of success.

“AASA’s National Superintendent Certification Program® is one of the best professional development experiences I’ve ever had an educator,” said Trepa. “Given the uncertainty of today’s unprecedented times, I felt the program was so invaluable because it provided me with ample opportunities to work with like-minded peers from across the country who challenged each other to improve. As the nation works to strengthen our public schools, I would highly encourage superintendents from across my state and the country to enroll in this outstanding program.”

“Excellence in leadership in our nation’s public schools has never been more vital to our children’s well-being,” said Daniel A. Domenech, AASA executive director. “The AASA National Superintendent Certification Program® provides superintendents with opportunities to engage in a world-class professional learning opportunity. I am pleased to congratulate Superintendent Trepa for completing the program.”

The AASA National Superintendent Certification Program® sharpens the skills that successful superintendents identify as essential for leading in today’s complex and challenging education environment. The program was developed by superintendents, exclusively for superintendents, and is led by seasoned and successful superintendents.

(contributed press release)