Four district leaders, from Texas, Maine, Kentucky and Maryland, have been named finalists for National Superintendent of the Year. They were selected by The School Superintendents Association for their leadership, communication, professionalism and community involvement, according to the nonprofit. The 2026 honoree will be announced during the February National Conference on Education in Nashville, Tennessee.
The finalists were asked about top education issues and trends in a Jan. 8 online discussion. Here’s some of what they had to say.