Name: Building a Leadership Pipeline: Growing District Leaders from Within
Start: 2026-07-28T10:15:00-0500
End: 2026-07-28T11:15:00-0500

Building a Leadership Pipeline: Growing District Leaders from Within

LIMITED

Tuesday July 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

Harris Brake (MCC)

Limited Capacity seats available

This session highlights how a team of district leaders in an A-rated district advanced through the ranks—from classroom teachers and campus administrators to building and district-level leadership. Presenters will share how their district intentionally developed a leadership pipeline by identifying, mentoring, and supporting future leaders. Participants will learn practical strategies for cultivating leadership capacity within their own organizations and why investing in internal talent strengthens schools, improves continuity, and supports long-term district success.

Speakers

Mathew Thornton

Assistant Superintendent, Lakeside (Hot Springs)

Mathew Thornton serves as an Assistant Superintendent for Lakeside School District in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He works to formulate solutions for issues pertaining to Safety, Technology, Leadership, Policy, FOI, Systemns Administration, Transportation, Facilities and Standards.

Blake Campbell

High School Principal, Lakeside School District

Tuesday July 28, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Harris Brake (MCC)

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2026 AAEA Summer Conference

Mathew Thornton

Blake Campbell

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