The Cosca Group is experienced, proven, and authentic. Having a proven track record for over twenty years, we are confident that we will achieve your district’s goals and meet your community’s expectations.
VALIDATING THE DECISION | PERFECTING THE APPLICATION | HONING THE PRESENTATION
Presented by partners of The Cosca Group
Courtyard by Mariott South Coast Metro
3002 S. Harbor Blvd. Santa Ana, CA 92704
Parking for participants is free
Close to JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT (SNA)
If you plan to apply for a superintendent position, it is up to you to take the steps to make your hopes a reality. While an impressive resume is a start, purposeful, well-informed strategies will substantially enhance your ability to achieve the right position and realize long term career success.
You’ve worked hard and you know you are ready. You have the training and experience. Successfully presenting yourself as the right candidate is your final hurdle. With well-informed strategies and purposeful effort, you can dramatically improve your potential for success
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Attendees can dine at the Hotel or select from nearby restaurants. Cold water will be available on all tables and there will be drinks and snacks in vending machines. Saturday, there will be coffee and muffins.
President of The Cosca Group, he served as assistant superintendent and deputy superintendent in the Burbank Unified School District. He then served as superintendent in the South Pasadena Unified School District for four and one-half years. Mr. Shapiro has been involved in leadership positions in regional and statewide organizations to advance teaching and learning.
Experienced search consultant, former Superintendent of the Burbank Unified School District and adjunct professor at multiple California universities.
Dr. Fred Navarro is a lifelong educator, most recently retiring as Superintendent from the Newport Mesa Unified School District with a reputation for recruiting and cultivating top talent in all leadership roles.
Dr. Tom Johnstone served for 38 years as an educator. Tom served the Lennox School District community for over 28 years as a site administrator, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, and asst. superintendent of Human Resources. Dr. Johnstone served as superintendent in the Wiseburn Unified School District from 2008-2018. Among his accomplishments as superintendent in Wiseburn are the successful culmination of a 13-year journey to achieve K-12 unification, a successful $89 million bond election, and the construction of a $160 million state-of-the-art high school.
Tom brings his experience and expertise of charter school education to the Cosca Group having served as a Board Member for the School Employers Association of California (SEAC) for 9 years including 3 years as the Chair of the Board. He currently sits on the Board for DaVinci RISE Charter High School.
Dr. Steve Kennedy, is a recently retired Superintendent of Menifee Union School District and veteran public school educator with over 32 years in K-12 education.
Experienced search consultant; recognized expert in pre-K through 12 grade curriculum, instruction, administrative mentoring, testing and evaluation, district and site LCAP development, and district strategic planning. Former CSU, Fullerton Director of Education Programs, Extended Education and Director of Education Services, Fullerton School District.
Founder of the National Association of School Superintendents, author, and former Superintendent of the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
3002 S. Harbor Blvd. Santa Ana, CA 92704
Phone – 714-545-1001
This hotel offers easy access to area freeways and is 1.4 miles from the Burbank Airport. Hotel guests will appreciate the 24-hour business center, outdoor pool and state-of-the-art fitness center, and The Bistro Restaurant serves American cuisine in a comfortable setting for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Space is limited; applications will be confirmed based on the order received.
Fee includes 90+ page Candidate Resource Collection
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Mail your registration and payment to:
The Cosca Group
2290 La Mer Ct. Costa Mesa CA 92627-6717
Cancellation Policy: To be eligible for a refund, cancellation must be in writing and dated on or before March 20, 2024. Refunds will be less a $50 administration fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations dated after March 20, 2024 or for “no shows”.
Disclaimers: *TCG reserves the right to make reasonable substitutions in the event of speaker cancellation or conference room adjustments. *TCG is not responsible for travel expenses lost due to the cancellation of or change in a program. *TCG, its officers, vendors, contractors and employees assume no responsibility for any personal injury or property damage or loss incurred by a TCG partner, associate, guest or participant at any TCG-sponsored activity.
2290 La Mer Court
Costa Mesa, CA 92627-6717
877-549-5167
www.thecoscagroup.com
