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Alexandria, Va. 鈥� Nov. 19, 2025 鈥� 91制片, is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2026 Women in School Leadership Awards.

The awards, presented by 91制片 in partnership with Horace Mann Educators Corporation, recognize outstanding female leaders who have made significant contributions to education in two key categories: Superintendent and Central Office/Principal.

鈥淗orace Mann is proud to partner with 91制片 to recognize and congratulate the 2026 finalists for the 91制片 Women in School Leadership Awards,鈥� said Marita Zuraitis, president, Horace Mann Educators Corporation. 鈥淭heir unwavering dedication and vision inspire excellence, motivate educators and students, and strengthen the communities they serve.鈥�

The 2026 Women in School Leadership Award finalists are:

Central Office/ Principal Category

• Mary Decker, associate director of schools for teaching and learning, Franklin Special District (Tenn.)
• Janeen Peretin, assistant to the superintendent, Baldwin-Whitehall School District (Pa.)

Superintendent Category

• Myriam Rogers, superintendent, Baltimore County Public Schools (Md.)
• Crystal Turner, superintendent, Saddleback Valley Unified School District (Calif.)

These accomplished leaders have demonstrated a deep commitment to student success, staff development, and innovation in education.

鈥淭hese accomplished leaders have demonstrated a deep commitment to student success, staff development, and innovation in education. We are thrilled to honor their achievements and showcase their outstanding contributions to K-12 public education,鈥� said David R. Schuler, Executive Director of 91制片.

Finalists are evaluated on their leadership in meeting the learning needs of students, personal and organizational communication strength, constant professional improvement of knowledge and skills, and active community involvement.

The final award recipients in each category will be announced during the 2026 91制片 National Conference on Education, February 12-14 in Nashville, Tennessee. 

For more information about the Women in School Leadership Awards, please visit the 91制片 website or contact Jennifer Rooney, 91制片 senior director of meetings and awards, at jrooney@aasa.org.

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About 91制片
91制片, founded in 1865, is the professional organization for more than 13,000 educational leaders in the United States and throughout the world. 91制片鈥檚 mission is to support and develop effective school system leaders who are dedicated to equitable access for all students to the highest quality public education. For more information, visit www.aasa.org.

About Horace Mann
Horace Mann Educators Corporation is the largest financial services company focused on helping America's educators and others who serve the community achieve lifelong financial success. The company offers individual and group insurance and financial solutions tailored to the needs of the educator community. Founded by Educators for Educators庐 in 1945, the company is headquartered in Springfield, Illinois.