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BASA 2016 Fall Conference
“Leading to Succeeding” was the theme of The Buckeye Association of School Administrators fall conference held on
October 4-5, 2016 at the Polaris Hilton. Dr. R. Kirk Hamilton welcomed more than 350 superintendents who attended
the conference with the opportunity to hear national, state, and local experts on a variety of educational topics. Dr.
Hamilton had the pleasure of introducing Dr. Thomas Tucker, the AASA Superintendent of the Year, from Princeton
City School District, Princeton, Ohio to say a few words. Tim Kight, founder and President of Focus3, followed Dr.
Tucker with an excellent and thought-provoking keynote speech about our personal responses to situations and the
challenges each of us faces when determining our reactionary behaviors. His energized approach and total dedication
to transforming negative situations into positives was a truly uplifting morning.
On Day 2, BASA welcomed Paolo DeMaria, the Ohio State Superintendent of Public Instruction, for a few words. Kelly
Spivey, BASA President and Superintendent of Talawanda City Schools, introduced Matt Monjan, VP of Educational
Partnerships from Discovery Education who spoke regarding “Beyond the Door: Applying Human Centered Design to
Leadership & Learning.”
Their national insights brought issues for thoughtful consideration to all in attendance. Breakout sessions were led by
partners, superintendents, and invited guest speakers with topics ranging from politics, technology, policy, educational
achievement, and legal updates. The conference luncheon highlighted those superintendents who have passed away
during the White Rose Ceremony as well as many award winners whose names are listed below.
As expected, fifty-three of BASA’s business partners were available throughout the day and a half to meet with members
and share information regarding their services. BASA continues to appreciate our business partners and the immense
value that they bring to our organization while supporting public education. The evening reception was filled with
conversation, catch-up, and fun followed by dinner. Please mark your calendars for next year’s event, October 3-4,
2017, which will promise to meet and exceed your expectations for high quality professional development.
Exemplary Leader Awards
Region 1:
Thomas Hosler
,
Perrysburg EVS
Region 2:
Scott Mann
,
Riverside Local Schools
Region 3:
Michael Zalar
,
North Olmsted City Schools
Region 4:
Russell Bennett
,
ESC of Cuyahoga County
Region 5:
Tom Perkins
,
Northern Local Schools
Region 6:
Chris Brown
,
Southwest Local Schools
Region 7:
Ryan Caldwell
,
Rolling Hills Local Schools
Region 8:
Paul Imhoff
,
Upper Arlington City Schools
Region 9:
Jeff Parker
,
National Trail Local Schools
Region 10:
Michael Tefs
,
Wooster City Schools
John Hauck Scholarship Award
Madison Dunn
,
Daughter of Robert Dunn,
Superintendent,
Southeast Local Schools
(Portage)