Superintendent Kevin Frank Completes Rigorous EPIC Leadership Program

Indianapolis, IN - The Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents (IAPSS) proudly recognizes a distinguished group of school superintendents who have successfully completed the EPIC (Educators Preparing Inspired Change) program—Indiana’s premier leadership development initiative designed to equip top school leaders with advanced tools in executive leadership, systems thinking, strategic innovation, and organizational management.

The EPIC program, tailored exclusively for sitting superintendents with three or more years of experience, prepares seasoned leaders with the strategic mindset and leadership competencies needed to navigate complex challenges, drive measurable results, and deliver a strong return on investment for their districts.

“EPIC is not just a professional development program—it’s an investment in the future of public education leadership,” said Dr. Robert Taylor, Executive Director of IAPSS.

“Graduates of this program are better prepared to navigate the evolving demands of their roles and lead with vision, clarity, and impact.”

The 2024-25 EPIC Cohort 8 Includes:
Michelle Clouser-Penrod, South Adams Schools
Rebecca Coffman, Zionsville Community Schools
John Edge, Union County College Corner Joint School District
Jeremy Fewell, Mississinewa Community Schools
Kevin Frank, Washington Community Schools
Troy Friedersdorf, Elwood Community School Corporation
Jim Jameson, Rush County Schools
Sharon Johnson-Shirley, Lake Ridge Schools
Travis Madison, New Albany Floyd County Schools
Sam Melton, Jac-Cen-Del Community School Corporation
Greg Mikulich, Knox Community Schools
Angela Miller, Caston School Corporation
Patrick Murphy, Milan Community Schools
Jamie Pund, Southeast Dubois School Corporation
Tara Rasche, Northeast Dubois School Corporation
Matthew Rhoda, Community Schools of Frankfort
Terry Terhune, Greenwood Community Schools
Steven Vore, Madison-Grant United School Corporation
Brad Yates, MSD of Bluffton-Harrison

IAPSS congratulates these leaders for their dedication to continuous improvement and their commitment to elevating educational outcomes for students across Indiana.

\The EPIC Superintendents Academy, presented by affiliates of the Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents (IAPSS), brings together top experts from business and education to foster powerful partnerships and drive innovation in public education. Through this collaboration, superintendents gain access to cutting-edge strategies and cross-sector insights that expand opportunities and advance educational outcomes across Indiana.

Facilitators
Dr. Robert Taylor, Executive Director, IAPSS
Dr. Deb Lecklider, DRLA & Associates
Dr. Jeff Butts, Superintendent, MSD of Wayne Township Schools
Dr. Laura Hammack, Superintendent, Beech Grove Schools
Dr. Jack Parker, Superintendent, Mt. Vernon Community Schools
Dr. Sharon Johnson-Shirley, Superintendent, Lake Ridge Schools
Ms. Cindy Smith, Executive Administrative Assistant, IAPSS

For more information about the EPIC program or IAPSS, visit iapss-in.org/epic.