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152 SUPERINTENDENT ANNUAL REPORTSuperintendent Burke addresses the program mentors and mentees.LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENTThe Department of Leadership Development advanced the District%u2019s Strategic Plan theme, Committed & Impactful Employees. By preparing instructional leaders to guide schools with skill and integrity, the department maintained a structured leadership pipeline supporting educators in exploring career pathways and strengthening their professional practice.More than 150 current and aspiring leaders participated in these programs in FY26. This engagement deepened commitment to student success and strengthened alignment with District priorities. Guided by the motto %u201cLearning, Leading, Growing Together,%u201d these initiatives enhanced performance and built readiness for administrative roles.Personalized Leadership CoachingIndividualized coaching remained a central component of the department%u2019s strategy. Participants in the Exploring Leadership Academy, Aspiring Assistant Principals Program, and Preparing Future Principals Program received targeted guidance from experienced leaders. This mentorship supported school improve,ment initiatives and strengthened leadership practice.