Superintendent and Executive District Leader Preparation Program Information Session

March 7, 2024
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Join us online and learn more about Central’s Superintendent Certificate Program.

A panel of superintendents will share insights about the rewards and challenges of the superintendency and share their experiences serving as a superintendent mentor in Central’s 093 program.

Panelists will also speak about their career paths and the prior professional experiences that shaped their ability to effectively lead school districts. Current students will also be present to share information about their internship experiences with an active superintendent.

Panel of Superintendents

Mr. Thomas Anderson, East Hartford Public Schools
Dr. Alan Bookman, Glastonbury Public Schools
Dr. Catherine Carbone, Bristol Public Schools
Mr. Matt Curtis, Simsbury Public Schools
Mr. Matt Geary, Manchester Public Schools

Current Student Representatives

Dr. Noha Abdel-Hady, Asst. Superintendent, Windsor
Ms. Iris Gomero, Asst. Superintendent, Manchester
Dr. Jen Murrihy, Title I Director, SDE

Program Faculty

Dr. Kate Carter, Superintendent, South Windsor Public Schools and Central Program Coordinator
Dr. Rydell Harrison, Program Coordinator, Partners for Educational Leadership
Dr. Jeff Kitching, Executive Director, EdAdvance
Ms. Jan Perruccio, Superintendent, Old Saybrook Public Schools
Dr. Toni Ryan, Assistant Professor, Educational Leadership, Program Coordinator