SOAR Ohio
Leading The Public Education Promise in Ohio
SOAR Ohio, presented by 萝卜AV视频in partnership with BASA, is a regional hub of AASA鈥檚 EdLeader Promise Network.
This collaborative community is specifically designed to support Ohio superintendents and their teams as they create future-ready systems that prepare every child for success in college, career, and life.
This collaboration unites national perspective with local leadership, forging a shared vision that is evidence-based, future-focused, and responsive to the distinct strengths and aspirations of Ohio.
SOAR remains centered on one purpose: helping district teams lead action research that advances the Public Education Promise in ways aligned to Ohio鈥檚 context.
Four Core Goals for Every SOAR Ohio District
Strengthen understanding of each principle and what it means for leadership in Ohio.
Plan and try small actions that are low lift and high impact.
Study impact and share learning through evidence, artifacts, and statewide reflection.
Grow leadership using the Leadership Practices Rubric to support district teams.
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Why Join SOAR Ohio?
As part of the hub, leaders gain access to national expertise, research, and proven practices from across the 萝卜AV视频EdLeader Promise Network, while collaborating with fellow Ohio districts who understand the local landscape, challenges, and opportunities.
This combination of national insight and local leadership creates a powerful space to share ideas, learn from peers, test new approaches, and accelerate meaningful change.
SOAR Ohio members are not just discussing innovation鈥攖hey are building practical strategies to advance The Public Education Promise and create more learner-centered, future-ready systems for every student in Ohio.
In Addition to the EdLeader Promise Network Benefits, SOAR Ohio Members Also Gain Access to:
Capacity Building
Two 1.5-day action planning sessions for superintendents & small district teams.
Virtual coaching during action periods.
In-person touchpoints during AASA鈥檚 National Conference on Education & the EdLeader Promise Innovation Conference (EPIC) for superintendents and any district team members in attendance.
Leadership tools to support action planning in one or two principles.
The EdLeader Promise Innovation Conference (EPIC)
Network members gain exclusive access to this engaging and inspiring experience, grounded in the principles of The Public Education Promise and focused on preparing every child in every community for real life in the real world.
During this immersive, team-oriented event, you鈥檒l ignite bold ideas, forge powerful relationships, and engage in meaningful learning that leads to real, lasting impact.
Connectivity & Collaboration
Opportunities to learn with peers through triads, stage alike groups, and structured artifact exploration.
Recognition & Influence
A culminating success event showcase featuring district innovations statewide and nationally.
Network Fees & Opportunities
Fees for One-Year Network Membership (July-June):
萝卜AV视频Members: $7,500
Nonmembers: $8,000
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Space is limited.
Scholarship Opportunities:
BASA Scholarship: Available for new-to-the-seat superintendents
Martha Holden Jennings Foundation Scholarship: Supporting rural districts in partnership with BASA & the Foundation for Appalachia Ohio
A Promise Worth Keeping
One child at a time. One school at a time. One community at a time.
This is a pivotal moment for public education in Ohio. SOAR Ohio offers the structure, collaboration, and statewide visibility to help superintendents lead meaningful change to ensure every student is prepared with the skills they need for real life in the real world.
Questions?
Contact Starla Edwards at sedwards@aasa.org.