NASS Superintendent of the Year
This recognition is based on evidence of outstanding achievement as a school district superintendent, demonstrated belief in continuous improvement, and commitment to collaboration and mutual support in the profession.
The NASS Superintendent of the Year Selection Panel, including Dr. Jim Capolupo and Dr. Rob Clayton, and led by Dr. Jill Gildea, named Lisa Harrod 2023 Finalist and Kirk Koennecke 2023 NASS Superintendent of the Year.
NASS 2023 Superintendent of the Year
Kirk Koennecke
Indian Hill School District, Cincinnati, Ohio
Superintendent Kirk Koennecke is a veteran educational leader; with 18 years of experience in administration and 27 years of service to students, he is in his fourth year at the Indian Hill School District in Cincinnati, Ohio. Koennecke's tenure is marked by significant achievements, including the successful passage of a historic Bond Levy, the first in 20 years. His strategic plan, the "IH Promise," developed during the pandemic, has become a national model for strategic planning in education.
NASS 2022 Superintendent of the Year
NASS 2023 Superintendent of the Year Finalist
Lisa Harrod
Manteno Community School District No. 5, Manteno, Illinois
Superintendent Lisa Harrod's leadership philosophy centers on creating a positive culture and climate where teachers are motivated and students are central to every decision. With her commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in education, Harrod has made significant strides in her district, particularly in curriculum alignment and leadership development.