School Building Leader/School District Leader (CAS)

To navigate the challenges of today’s educational system, schools need great leaders. Our program helps you become one.

 

What You’ll Learn

Throughout the program, you’ll work closely with a mentor. You will learn the foundations of educational leadership, effective supervision and management skills as well as the legal basics of education.

We prepare instructional leaders in school buildings and district offices.

Curriculum

An earned master’s degree is required for entrance into this program that prepares individuals to be instructional leaders in school buildings and district offices.

Candidates who complete the program’s educational requirements and successfully pass the School District Leader (SDL) leadership assessment administered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) are awarded the CAS in Educational Administration.

This CAS provides eligibility to successful candidates for the School Building Leader (SBL) and School District Leader (SDL) administrative certifications issued by the NYSED.

Curriculum & Learning Outcomes

Career Outlook

Our graduates are in high demand; many serve in school leadership positions throughout western New York and the Southern Tier. Our program prepares effective leaders who are reflective, critical thinkers and innovative pioneers who are prepared to support teachers, students, families and systems. Principals, assistant principals, department chairs, and grade-level coordinator positions require the School Building Leader (SBL) certification. Superintendents, assistant superintendents, and numerous other central office administrative positions require the School District Leader (SDL) Certification. Our graduates are eligible to obtain both certifications through our course of study.

Program Eligibility

  • Earned master’s degree in Education from an accredited institution
  • At least one year of teaching experience or pupil personnel service

  • Application Process

    All applicants must complete the multi-step process managed by the Center for Graduate Studies.

    1. Determine your applicant type
    2. Submit application
    3. Request all official transcripts
    4. Review and submit required application materials through the Application Status Portal
    5. International applicants must also submit international materials

  • Deadlines

    Fall Semester: August 1
    Spring Semester: December 1

    Complete applications received after the published deadline are welcome and will be reviewed on a space-available basis.

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  • Field Experience

    These are the three Field Experiences required in the program:

    • Practicum in Educational Leadership
    • Administrative Internship
    • Central Office Administration
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  • Financing Your Education

    Learn more about scholarships, fellowships, and graduate assistantships.

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Program Contact

Dr. Jie Zhang
(585) 395-5547

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Complete our multi-part application with the Center for Graduate Studies.

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“My experience at Brockport really strengthened me, and helped me grow professionally and personally.” Ruth Turner ’15, CAS in Educational Administration

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