Yesterday, MASA hosted our annual Master’s Golf Tournament at The Oaks Golf Course in Lake Ozark—and it couldn’t have been a more perfect day on the greens. ⛳️
With more than 90 MASA members and business partners in attendance, the day was filled with great conversations, meaningful connections, and plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful course.
We extend a sincere thank you to all of our incredible sponsors. Your support makes events like this possible, and we are truly grateful for your partnership.
Thank you to everyone who joined us—we loved spending the day with our MASA community!
📸 View photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/1FgEuFEW8bkYxF3C8
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Please note our office is closed today in observance of the holiday.
⛳️ Grab your team and join us on the greens!
The annual MASA Masters Golf Tournament is coming up June 1 at The Oaks Golf Course in Lake Ozark. Join us for a full day of fun, networking, and friendly competition.
✅ 4‑person scramble
✅ Breakfast, range warm‑up & lunch included
✅ Prizes and bragging rights
⏰ Register by May 22 — https://masa.finalforms-amp.com
🎉 That’s a wrap!
Today marked the final day of the 2025–26 Missouri Superintendents Academy, and we are proud to celebrate this exceptional group of leaders. Congratulations to all of our Academy graduates!
From legislative updates and leadership reflection to meaningful conversations on governance, negotiation, finance, and team building, this final retreat captured the depth and purpose of the Academy experience. Most importantly, it reinforced the power of collaboration and connection among Missouri’s superintendents.
As graduate Jeana Calloway-Hodson said, "This is one of the most meaningful professional development programs I've participated in. I'm already telling people who are 1-3 years in it's a must to attend!"
A sincere thank you to our outstanding presenters, facilitators, and especially our sponsors, whose support makes the Missouri Superintendents Academy possible. A special thank you to Dr. Donna Jahnke, Director of the Missouri Superintendents Academy, for her leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment to supporting and developing school leaders across Missouri.
Congratulations again to our graduates. We look forward to seeing how you continue to lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose across Missouri’s public schools.
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Join us for the 2026 MASA Masters Golf Tournament on Monday, June 1 at The Oaks Golf Course at Margaritaville in Lake Ozark. Open to current and retired MASA members and Business Partners, this is a great opportunity to connect and enjoy a relaxed day on the course.
Tournament Details:
9:15 AM shotgun start | 4‑person scramble | $80 per player
Breakfast, range warm‑up, lunch, and prizes included.
Register by May 22, 2026 through the MASA membership portal.
🔗 Learn more and register: https://www.masaleads.org/o/masa/page/masters-golf
We had a fantastic visit to Scotland County R 1 yesterday as Dr. Penny toured the district and spent the afternoon learning from students and staff. From facility improvements and the TAP grant work to student led showcases in publications, SPRINT, athletics, clubs, and career development, the pride in this community was evident in every stop.
A special thank you to Superintendent Ryan Bergeson, his team, and the incredible students who opened their classrooms, shared their work, and made us feel so welcome. Scotland County R 1 is doing exceptional things for kids, and it was an honor to see it firsthand!
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It was great to see so many education associations and partner organizations in one room sharing updates and connecting with regional leaders. Huge thanks to NE Regional President Zach Bruner for bringing everyone together and organizing such a productive, well‑attended meeting. Strong collaboration like this makes Missouri public education better for everyone! 💪🏽🏫
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We were pleased to attend the Southwest Emeritus Reunion today — such a great opportunity to reconnect with retired leaders and hear updates on finance, legislation, PSRS, and more. Always energizing to be in a room full of people who continue to champion public education.
🚧 Long-Range Facility Planning Workshops – Register by April 8! 🚧
MASA and Trane are teaming up to bring district leaders a powerful, hands‑on workshop focused on building effective, future‑ready facility plans.
Join us to learn:
✅ How to build a long‑range facilities plan
✅ Strategies for engaging your community
✅ Funding options and pathways
✅ Design & construction delivery models
11:30 AM–2:30 PM | $60 per participant (lunch included)
Choose from three locations:
• April 13 – Springfield
• April 14 – St. Louis
• April 15 – Blue Springs
Register by April 8: https://masa.finalforms-amp.com/
On March 10 and 11, MASA and MOASBO partnered to host our School Finance Workshop on Developing the FY27 Budget, and the turnout was fantastic. Leaders from across Missouri joined us at the MASA office (and many more streamed in live) for an energetic and collaborative kickoff to budget‑planning season.
A huge thank‑you to Dr. Kyle Kruse, Deputy Commissioner of Financial & Administrative Services at DESE, for joining us and sharing important statewide updates. We’re also grateful to our presenters, Geoff Neill and Jason Hoffman, for leading engaging, practical conversations that helped ground districts in the big‑picture considerations for FY27.
Throughout the workshop, participants explored insights to help frame the months ahead — from what to watch, what to assess and how to prepare for a challenging but important budgeting year.
And of course, we extend our appreciation to our workshop sponsors — American Fidelity, Coryell Roofing, Stifel and Trane — whose support makes professional learning like this possible.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in person and online. We’re grateful for your commitment and excited to keep supporting you as you plan for FY27!
#MASALeads #BudgetPlanning #MOPublicEd
Every day shapes a trajectory.
Every future starts in a public school. 💙
This Public Schools Week, we celebrate the Missouri educators, administrators, and school communities who show up with purpose, lead with integrity, and invest in what matters most.
Strong public schools do not just prepare students for tests.
They prepare them for life.
#PublicSchoolsWeek #MASA #EveryStudentEveryDayEveryFuture #MissouriPublicSchools
This week, we celebrate the educators, administrators, staff, and school boards who show up every single day to serve Missouri students with excellence, heart, and unwavering commitment.
From early mornings to late-night events, from lesson plans to life lessons, our public schools shape the future of our communities.
Happy Public Schools Week, February 23–27, 2026. 💙
#PublicSchoolsWeek #MASA #MissouriPublicSchools #EducationMatters
Today, MASA welcomed more than 21 leaders from across the state for the first session of our Advanced Leadership Program powered by FranklinCovey!
Under the guidance of veteran FranklinCovey trainer Gary McGuey, participants spent the day digging into the 4 Essential Roles of Leadership and exploring what it truly means to lead with clarity, trust, and purpose.
This new cohort brings incredible energy and experience, and we cannot wait to see how they apply today’s learning in their districts and communities. Here’s to growing, stretching, and rising to the challenge together! 💼✨
#MASALeads #ProfessionalDevelopment #FranklinCovey
Our office is closed today, February 16, in observance of President’s Day. We will return to regular business hours tomorrow, February 17.
