Superintendent Certification Program

Region 18 ESC has partnered with SMU to offer the SMU Distirct Leadership Fellows Program. 

The Institute for Leadership Impact is a collaborative institute based in the Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education & Human Development at Southern Methodist University. The Institute was founded in 2016, with the mission of increasing access to practical leadership development opportunities that are specifically designed for leaders who seek to create social impact in education, public health, social services, and related systems. 

The Institute focuses on helping individuals, teams, and organizations maximize their leadership abilities through a variety of in-person, online, and hybrid learning formats.

Impact is measurable and meaningful change. The Institute helps leaders develop impactful solutions in the communities and institutions they serve.

An evidence-based strategy is essential for success. The Institute helps leaders develop customized solutions for their organizations that leverage unique strengths and circumstances.

Execution turns great ideas into reality. To help leaders successfully implement their strategies, the Institute uses personalized strengths assessments and behavioral techniques derived from the latest cognitive research.

Without motivation, even the strongest leaders can struggle to succeed. The Institute puts a special focus on helping leaders connect their work to a deeper sense of personal meaning, helping them discover new ways to motivate and engage themselves, their teams, and their communities.

To learn more please visit the Distirct Leadership Fellows website.