In the Future Business: Leadership Lessons with Lars Clemensen

This week, our guest is Lars Clemensen, the Superintendent of Hampton Bays Union Free School District and President of NYSCOSS. Lars shares profound insights on leadership, community connection, and what it truly means to prepare students for a dynamic future.

This episode offers lessons for all educational leaders. Here are three things we encourage you to listen for:

💡 Schools as the "Future Business" and Community Investment: Lars describes schools as being "in the future business" and emphasizes that budget expenses should be seen as investments in a stronger community, not just costs.

💡 Mastering Crisis Communication with Transparency: Lars offers a candid "after-action review" of his leadership during COVID-19. He reflects on the critical importance of a disciplined, transparent communication plan and the order of informing stakeholders to maintain trust and prevent groups from feeling devalued.

💡 Intentional, Child-Centered Career Development: Learn about Hampton Bays' innovative approach to student pathways, moving beyond a "scavenger hunt" for diplomas.

This conversation is a powerful reminder of a superintendent's belief in opportunity and how meaningful relationships are essential for effective leadership, especially when navigating challenges.

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