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Mike Ford

@FordMike

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Educational leader, search consultant, leadership coach, retired superintendent of schools, author, past president of Learning Forward

Finger Lakes, New York
Joined July 2021
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@FordMike
Mike Ford
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Energy performance contracts are a gift to schools and superintendents. Reduce costs, improve the learning environment, upgrade your facilities…proud to represent Energia with this work. Reach out if you want to talk.
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Mike Ford
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Jennifer Gaffney, rocking the stage, as the New York State Superintendent of the Year! A well deserved recognition.
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Mike Ford
4 months
Thrilled to be assisting the Catskill Board of Education with their superintendent search. 24 candidates applied, nine with experience in the position. A very strong pool.
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Mike Ford
5 months
It is better to wear out than to rust out. Thank you #sister Jean
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@AudioEnhancemnt
Audio Enhancement
5 months
Imagine if student engagement was as easy as flipping a switch. At Audio Enhancement, that is exactly what we do. Our microphones and speakers help students hear clearly, connect better, and stay engaged, making every classroom experience more impactful. #StudentEngagement
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@FordMike
Mike Ford
5 months
Check the NYSCOSS Career Center for the Catskill superintendency posting.
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Mike Ford
5 months
Thrilled to be leading the search for the next superintendent of the Catskill Central School District. Great district on the shores of the majestic Hudson River and at the northern end of the gorgeous Catskill Mountains.
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Mike Ford
7 months
I’m grateful to the leadership cabinet of the plainview old Bethpage school district. They are delightful hard-working focused leadership team. I had a great time facilitating their retreat.
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@SteeleThoughts
Danny Steele
7 months
Every school day is filled with unexpected glitches and hiccups.  The best leaders respond with poise, perseverance, and a positive attitude.
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Mike Ford
7 months
Thrilled to keynote the Sullivan County Administrative Retreat this morning.
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Mike Ford
7 months
So any of my Pennsylvania friends have to tickets to the Little League Classic game you would like to share?
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@unfoldthesoul
Ken Williams
7 months
We say PLCs matter, but then hesitate to hold teachers accountable for their evidence. Why? Because deep down, we pity them. We’re afraid of pushback, of them leaving, of them being unhappy. But pity doesn’t build professional culture—accountability does.
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@WestHerr
West Herr Auto Group
7 months
🚨GIVEAWAY🚨 In honor of #NationalChickenWingDay, we are giving ONE lucky winner a gift certificate to @BarBillTavern & a bottle of their famous wing sauce! 🍗🤤 ➡️ To enter, just RT & make sure you are following us! Must live/work in WNY. Winner announced 8/1/25 - good luck!
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Mike Ford
7 months
I had a great time with the Allegany-Limestone administrative team yesterday. They are one of my favorite groups of leaders with whom to work. They are fun, smart and driven. Looking forward to working with the Olean Board of Education today!
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Mike Ford
7 months
Want to build an amazing culture? Assume every day that those around you feel unseen, forgotten and undervalued, then act accordingly. Doing so will always put you at your best with those with whom you work.
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@MLBNetwork
MLB Network
8 months
David Wright gets his #5 retired by the @Mets today! LIKE and REPOST for a chance at this autographed baseball from the former Mets captain. Rules: https://t.co/de7g2IS8y5 | NoPurNec, US/18+, Ends 7/22
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Mike Ford
8 months
Excited to keynote the summer NCERT conference in Boston. Keys to Leadership: Are you Keeping House or Leading?
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Mike Ford
8 months
Summer is the perfect time to retreat with your board and/or administrative team. Grateful for opportunities to work with Williamson and Red Creek this past week. Excited to facilitate upcoming retreats for Lake Shore, Elmira Heights, Canisteo-Greenwood, Gates-Chili and Olean.
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Mike Ford
9 months
Your leadership is based upon what people see from you, not what they hear from you.
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@FordMike
Mike Ford
9 months
If your leaders are underwhelming, give them a leadership coach. Coaching is the one form of professional learning that consistently shows impact.
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