NJSBA’s LEAD Master Class Series is designed to enhance executive skills and help transform leadership effectiveness. You will learn to lead with clarity in times of uncertainty, build stronger relationships across generations, and anchor every strategic decision in purpose. Each session stands on its own, but together, they create a powerful pathway to governing with courage, coherence, and a relentless focus on students.

The NJSBA LEAD Master Class Series will be hosted by two renowned education leaders. Dr. Kimberley Markus, former NJ Commissioner of Education, and veteran architect of system-level change; and Dr. Nicholas Diaz, NJSBA Deputy Director, recognized statewide and nationally for school communications and leadership engagement. 

Session Two: “Bridging the Gap: Leading Across Generations”

Monday, Feb. 2nd – 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Today’s school boards and district teams are multigenerational, each group bringing its own values, communication styles, and assumptions. Leading effectively requires understanding the perspectives and idiosyncrasies of each generation while building bridges that strengthen collaboration. This session explores the practical dynamics of intergenerational leadership, and offers tools for increasing trust, reducing friction, and leveraging diverse strengths so that you and your team can move forward together with unity and respect. Register.

Session Three: “North Star Leadership: Leading with Purpose and Intention”

Thursday, Feb. 19th – 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Purpose-driven leaders don’t wander – they navigate. This session illuminates how anchoring every decision, relationship, and action in a clear sense of purpose establishes a stable path for your district and community. This session will help you articulate your “why,” align actions to values, and cultivate intentionality in moments of challenge and opportunity. Walk away with a refined leadership compass that strengthens your impact and keeps students at the center of every choice. Register.

Bundle, Save, and Get More

Register for the Masterclass Bundle for $158 to save on LIVE Sessions Two and Three. (Save 20%!)

  • Recorded Access to Session One: Leading Through the Fog: Clarity in Turbulent Times*
  • The Discussion Group: Exclusive interactive sessions for applied learning and peer strategy.
  • Bonus Resources: Supplemental tools and materials to implement change immediately.
  • On-Demand Access: Full archived session content for review and continuous learning.

*Registrants must attend live sessions to earn BMA credit.

Register for the NJSBA LEAD Master Class bundle here.

Registration of school board members and other district staff that have been reported to NJSBA through the completion of the district census form may be completed online, but only by the school business administrator. The school business administrator must attach a scanned copy of the purchase order with the registration.

Each live session offers 1.5 Board Member Academy credits. Registrants must attend the live session to get credit. 

For questions on registration, email the NJSBA Call Center. For questions on the NJSBA LEAD Master Class Series, email Dr. Nicholas Diaz.