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900 attendees learn from Michael Fullan, Anthony Muhammad at 40th Annual COSA Conference

Some 900 participants at the 40th Annual COSA Conference in Seaside heard from keynote speakers Michael Fullan, Anthony Muhammad, Rob Saxton and Nancy Golden. They laughed along with comedy troupe Wavelengths, and marveled at a "robot rumble." They honored state award winners. They attended scores of best-practices breakout sessions, and engaged in countless conversations with colleagues from around the state. Conference materials are available, and posted here are some photos to commemorate the event...

COSA-CUC Leadership Program enters third year, having served 120 leaders; fall session begins Aug. 25

“The Concordia/COSA IAL program offers the convenience of on-line courses and the opportunity to build face-to-face relationships within the educational leadership community. Through COSA, my cohort had multiple opportunities to collaborate and connect with veteran administrators, building relationships and establishing resources....”

COSA joins iTunes U, offering free standards-aligned, teacher-developed course content for Oregon schools

The Coalition of Oregon School Administrators (COSA) today announced the launch of COSA on iTunes U, which provides free college-and-career-readiness standards-aligned course content for Oregon classroom teachers in the four core subject areas of mathematics, science, social studies and English language arts.

Looking for an education job? Seeking qualified candidates? COSA offers new job posting service

COSA has launched a new web-based education job posting service, where Oregon administrator, teacher and other jobs are listed. Districts, ESDs and state agencies can now subscribe to the service.

National administrator organizations support Common Core, but express concerns about implementation

AASA and NASSP last week reported that their members support Common Core State Standards (CCSS), but have concerns about implementation, including that the standards are being implemented without sufficient support, and that accountability based on common-core assessments needs to be slowed down.

McMinnville's Legard named Oregon Elementary Principal of Year

Stephanie Legard, principal of Sue Buel Elementary School in McMinnville, has been named as the Oregon National Distinguished Principal (elementary principal of the year) for 2014. Legard was selected by COSA and the Oregon Elementary School Principals Association (OESPA).

40th Annual COSA Conference features world-renowned speakers

The 40th Annual COSA Conference, June 18-20 in Seaside, will feature internationally-acclaimed keynote speakers Michael Fullan and Anthony Muhammad. Fullan is considered a worldwide expert on educational reform, while Muhammad is known for leadership in transforming student performance.

Oregon superintendents recommend 'Re-imagining Grades 9-14'

COSA and OASE today released a report, "Re-imagining Grades 9-14," that details recommendations for redefining and restructuring Oregon's education system for high school and the first two years of college.

OSBA offers mock interview service for executive-level job seekers

OSBA is offering a mock interview service for administrators who are considering pursuing an executive-level position.

Three Rivers principal named Oregon middle school leader of the year

John George, principal of Fleming Middle School in Three Rivers School District, has been named the Oregon Middle School Principal of the Year by the Oregon Association of Secondary School Administrators (OASSA) and the Coalition of Oregon School Administrators (COSA).

Coalition of Oregon School Administrators

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