Dr. Larry Nyland
Growing leaders, Growing teams, Growing results
I am passionate about helping you grow great teams, grow great leadership and grow the greater good. My experience includes 27 years as school superintendent as well as coaching and consulting in dozens of school districts nationally and internationally. Solving problems, improving learning, creating community is what I do.
Improving Communities
In Seattle, educator and community partnerships made great things happen for kids. Graduation rates improved, and the graduation gap for students of color was reduced by half. A Stanford study listed Seattle as third in the largest 200 districts in America for academic student growth—a tribute to strong partnerships with educators, school and district leaders, and a diverse and inclusive range of city and community groups.
Helping Others
Nationally recognized leader. National Finalist for Superintendent of the Year in 2007. Recognized for leading the Marysville School District work in literacy and improving student achievement while also establishing better relationships with employees and union leaders after a challenging teacher strike. Helped restore a positive and dynamic relationship with Tulalip Tribes.
Working Together
My passion is building teams that make an impact. I am committed to leadership development, governance, organizational health, and improved outcomes. My focus is on growing great leaders and organizations.
Service and recognition include: Serving as president of the Washington Alliance of Better Schools, Washington Association of School Administrators, and Washington Association of Education Leadership Professors. Presenting on school leadership at: AASA, Education Trust, AERA and Council of Great City Schools. I have been honored as recipient of WASA 2008 Golden Gavel award and as a distinguished W.K. Kellogg National Leadership Fellow.