SuperEval Celebrates 15 Years as a Signature Partner of NYSCOSS

Albany, NY – July 2025

SuperEval, a leading provider of a web-based leadership evaluation platform for school districts, proudly marks its 15th year as a Signature Partner of the New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS). As the highest level within the NYSCOSS Strategic Partnership Program, the Signature Partner designation represents a long-standing commitment to supporting public education and empowering school leadership across New York State.

The NYSCOSS Strategic Partnership Program fosters collaborative relationships between the Council and mission-aligned organizations that are dedicated to the growth and success of school district leadership. Signature Partners, such as SuperEval, contribute to this mission through sustained investment, shared values, and leadership innovation. These partnerships play a vital role in providing superintendents with access to high-quality tools, resources, and professional support, enabling them to lead effectively in their districts.

Since becoming a Strategic Partner in 2010, SuperEval has worked closely with NYSCOSS to support education leaders across New York, sharing a commitment to strengthening school system leadership. This partnership has not only endured but thrived.

“Our partnership with NYSCOSS reflects a shared mission to empower and elevate educational leaders,” said Dr. Michael Horning, Jr., Group President and Chief Innovation Officer of SuperEval. “We are honored to celebrate 15 years as a Signature Partner and remain deeply committed to supporting NYSCOSS and its members through innovative tools that foster reflection, growth, and excellence in leadership. Being named Friend of the Council in 2018 remains one of the greatest professional honors of my career, and it is a testament to the powerful work we’ve accomplished together in support of public education.”

“SuperEval has been a valued Signature Partner of NYSCOSS for 15 years, and we are deeply appreciative of their ongoing collaboration,” said Dr. Charles Dedrick, Executive Director of NYSCOSS. “Their dedication to innovation and their unwavering support of our members have made a lasting impact on educational leadership in New York State. We look forward to building upon this strong foundation as we continue working together to meet the evolving needs of school leaders.”

“Our relationship with NYSCOSS has grown into one of mutual respect and deep alignment around the needs of school leaders,” added Bob Hartz, Vice President for Strategic Partnership Development at SuperEval. “It’s been a privilege to help strengthen and grow this partnership. We remain committed to finding new ways to collaborate and innovate, always in service of those who lead our schools and shape the future of education.”

“SuperEval has consistently demonstrated what it means to be a true partner in our mission to support public school leadership,” said Deidre G. Hungerford, Associate Director for Business Development at NYSCOSS. “Their dedication to innovation, responsiveness, and thought leadership has been instrumental in helping us deliver value to our members for over a decade.”

As SuperEval enters its 15th year of partnership, both organizations reaffirm their shared commitment to advancing educational leadership and driving continuous improvement across the state’s public schools.

About SuperEval

SuperEval is a comprehensive web-based platform designed to support reflective evaluations for educational leaders, including school boards, superintendents, central office administrators, principals, and support staff. Built on a foundation of research and continuous improvement, SuperEval streamlines the evaluation process while fostering meaningful dialogue, promoting professional growth, and aligning strategic goals. The platform is trusted and used by school districts across New York State and beyond.

About NYSCOSS

The New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS) is a professional organization representing superintendents and other school district leaders throughout New York State. With a mission to promote excellence in school system leadership, NYSCOSS provides advocacy, professional development, and peer support to its members. The Council is committed to ensuring that every student in New York receives a high-quality public education led by visionary and effective leaders.