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About the DA Leadhership Network for Women

We're redefining what leadership looks like

We’re here to help women smash barriers, own their confidence, and blow minds in their schools and districts—all with a little humor and a lot of heart. Through mentorship, advocacy, and some seriously transformative professional development, we’re giving women the tools to lead boldly and unapologetically (and maybe even have some fun doing it).

 

This is your time to shine, boss lady! Join us as we shake up leadership in education and create a future where women lift each other up, crush their goals, and inspire the world (bonus points if you do it with a killer playlist). Let’s make it happen—together!

Join us today to be part of something extraordinary

Who We Are - DA Leadhership Network for Women

Who We Are

The DA Leadhership Network for Women is here to shake things up! Let’s face it—women make up the backbone of K-12 education, yet only 26% of superintendent positions are held by women nationwide. What’s up with that? It’s time to flip the script.

We’re all about equipping women leaders with the skills, confidence, and support to not just survive but thrive at every career stage. Whether you're climbing the ladder or already sitting at the table, we’re here to help you own your power and make your mark.

 

Backed by decades of education leadership expertise through District Administration (DA) and CommunityEDU, the DA Leadhership Network for Women is your go-to community for connection, growth, and meaningful change. Let’s break barriers, shatter glass ceilings, and lead the way—because the future of education is female, and we’re just getting started!

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What We Do

Our mission is simple: Empower. Connect. Advance. Transform. (and have a little fun while we're at it)

The Leadhership Network for Women isn’t your average conference—it’s a full-blown movement for women ready to take K-12 educational leadership by storm. Think of us as your personal cheer squad, leadership toolkit, and networking powerhouse all rolled into one.

Through inspiring keynotes, hands-on workshops, and priceless mentorship moments, we’ll help you level up your leadership game with strategies, confidence, and connections you didn’t even know you needed. Our goal? Smash barriers, amplify your voice, and ensure you’re leading with impact, innovation, and a touch of unstoppable swagger. Let’s rewrite the rules and show the world what women in education can do!

We Empower Women Leaders - DA Leadhership Network for WomenWith game-changing professional development, inspiring mentorship, and hands-on experiences that fuel confidence and career growth—because you’re not here to play small!

We Connect Women - DA Leadhership Network for WomenJoin a team of passionate educators, big-picture leaders, and innovative thinkers! This is your community—a place to connect, collaborate, and create something amazing. Together, we’ll thrive and leave the world better than we found it. Ready to change the game? Let’s go!

We Advance Women's Careers - DA Leadhership Network for WomenWe’re all about giving them the tools, leadership hacks, and career glow-ups they need to rock the K-12 education world—because who says shaping the future can’t be fun?

We Transform Leadership in Education - DA Leadhership Network for WomenSmashing barriers, arming women with career-savvy strategies, and building a future where women don’t just lead—they absolutely crush it (and have fun doing it)!

Our Signature Conference

The Leadhership Network for Women isn't just another conference - it's the ultimate power-up for women in education.  Here's what's on the menu:

Our Signature ConferenceWorkshops and thought leadership sessions that’ll make you say, “Wow, I’m ready to take on the world!” (Led by some of the best experts in the         biz.)  

Our Signature ConferenceProfessional development so practical and on-point, you’ll wonder why someone didn’t share these leadership strategies sooner.

Our Signature ConferenceNetworking so good, you might just find your next mentor, partner in crime (professionally speaking), or career cheerleader.

Our Signature ConferenceTransformative moments that leave you feeling like your most confident, resilient, and unstoppable self.

This isn’t just an event—it’s a full-on movement to amplify voices, shatter glass ceilings, and rewrite the rules of leadership for women in education. So, ready to level up with us?  

LET'S DO THIS

Our Signature Conference

Who We Serve

The Leadhership Network for Women is your go-to squad for K-12 education leaders who are all about lifting women up, smashing inequities, and sparking big ideas. Whether you’re running the show as a superintendent or just starting to flex those leadership muscles, we’ve got your back with everything you need to grow, lead, and inspire (and maybe save the day a few times).

Because let’s be real—when women lead, magic happens. Schools thrive, districts shine, and ceilings? Well, they’re meant for breaking. From mentorship and professional development to a little strategic wisdom, we’re here to help you own your leadership journey and make some serious waves.

The DA Leadhership Network for Women's Community Includes

Our Core Leadership Pillars

The Leadhership development framework is here to help women rock their leadership game with confidence and style! 

Built around six key pillars, this framework is like your personal roadmap to leveling up—think of it as your leadership GPS (minus the annoying “recalculating” voice).

 

Each pillar is packed with tools, skills, and insights to tackle leadership challenges head-on, all while building confidence and advancing your career. Plus, you’ll learn how to be the ultimate cheerleader for yourself and others, making waves in your organization and beyond.

6 Pillars of DA Leadhership Network for Women

Our Advishers

Our amazing Advisory Board is made up of superintendents, curriculum directors, and education gurus who keep us on track and full of fresh ideas. Think of them as our brain trust with a side of heart—they help us craft programs and resources that tackle the real challenges women face in leadership (because we all know it’s not always smooth sailing out there).

 

These rockstars bring serious expertise from all over, making sure Leadhership stays relevant, inspiring, and maybe even a little fun. They're the magic behind the scenes, helping us empower women leaders to keep breaking barriers. So, meet the crew shaping our vision for bold, transformative leadership—you’ll love them as much as we do!

 

Our Leadhers

Meet the Amazing Humans Behind Leadhership

We’re a squad of trailblazing leaders on a mission to empower women in education—and we’re pretty excited about it! Each of us brings our own flair, skills, and big ideas to help women grow, thrive, and absolutely crush it in leadership roles.

We’re here to cheer you on as you tackle challenges, shatter glass ceilings (watch out for the shards), and leave your mark on the world. Get to know the dream team behind this movement—Because leadership shines brighter with a touch of Leadhership!

LET'S CHAT

District Administration (DA)

 

 

 

District Administration (DA) has been the go-to guide for K-12 education leaders for over 20 years. Think of us as your trusted sidekick—serving up smart insights, leadership tips, and creative solutions to help superintendents, principals, and district leaders crush their goals and transform their schools.

 

But wait, there’s more! As a proud partner of the DA Leadhership Network for Women, we’re all about empowering badass women in K-12 education to connect, grow, and lead like the powerhouses they are. With resources, summits, and events galore, District Administration is here to spark bold professional growth and build a community of education rockstars shaping the future. Let’s do this!

District Administration iis all about championing women in education—because let’s be real, the future is brighter when women lead the way. We're here to boost growth, spark collaboration, and totally transform leadership at every level. Together, we’re paving the way for women to thrive, inspire, and take names (metaphorically, of course).

At the Leadhership Network for Women, here’s what we bring to the table:

Expert-Led ProgrammingExpert-Led Programming: Keynotes, workshops, and panels that don’t just inform—they energize. Led by the brightest minds in education, these sessions will leave you inspired (and with way too many notes).

Collaborative OpportunitiesCollaborative Opportunities:
Tap into the DA Leadership Institute (DALI) and it's exclusive events.  Think district-level leadership tips, but make it fun and practical.

Innovative SolutionsInnovative Solutions:  The latest tech, tools, and strategies to tackle challenges head-on. Who said problem-solving couldn’t be exciting?

About CommunityEDU

CommunityEDU

As part of the CommunityEDU brand, the Leadhership Network for Women reflects our commitment to fostering inclusive leadership and supporting the diverse voices that drive education forward. By creating spaces where women in education can thrive, we align with CommunityEDU’s mission to connect leaders, empower learning, and transform education.

Leadhership is one of the many impactful initiatives under CommunityEDU, standing alongside events like the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC), the District Administration Leadership Institute (DALI), and more. Together, these initiatives create a vibrant ecosystem where leaders from all walks of life come together to share knowledge, spark innovation, and shape the future of teaching and learning.

When you participate in the DA Leadhership Network for Women, you’re not just attending an event—you’re joining a larger movement within CommunityEDU that’s redefining the future of education leadership.

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Take the Next Step—Your Leadership Journey Starts Here

It’s time to own your awesomeness, meet some incredible leaders, and snag the tools you need to crush it at every stage of your career. Seriously, don’t wait—your seat at the table is practically calling your name (it’s got your name card and everything).

 

Join the Leadhership Network for Women and dive into a community that’s flipping the script on leadership in education. Register now and take that next big step toward making waves, owning your influence, and turning your goals into reality. Your future as a leader? It starts right here, right now!

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Take the Next Step—Your Leadership Journey Starts Here

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Ready to be part of something amazing? Get the scoop on events, sneak peeks at incredible speakers, early access to life-changing opportunities, and a steady stream of inspiration to power you through the year (and maybe your next big meeting). Together, we’re building a network of bold, brilliant women leaders ready to shake things up and take names. Let’s change the game—one fearless move at a time! 

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