Rhonda Caldwell
Chief Executive Officer, Kentucky Association of School Administrators
Frankfort, Kentucky
Summary
Veteran association leader and statewide education advocate who leads KASA's strategic growth and public policy engagement to support Kentucky's P-12 leaders. kasa+2
Developer of leadership programs and talent pipelines—she has expanded leadership academies, faculty development, and women-focused leadership initiatives to strengthen educational leadership in Kentucky. kasa+2
Skilled nonprofit executive with professional credentialing and national-level leadership training, combining association management (CAE), executive education, and leadership coaching certifications. kasa+1
Public-facing communicator who engages with media, policymakers, and community partners on educator workforce issues, early childhood expansion, and school leader supports. kentucky+2
Personal resilience and global perspective—survivor of cancer, avid traveler and hiker, and participant in international education study tours that inform her leadership and advocacy. kasa+1
Work
Education
Projects
Writing
Guest columnist: The unseen heart of public education
December 1, 2025A guest column highlighting the often-unseen daily efforts of school staff and the importance of community recognition and policy support for public education.
KASA Letter of Support: Pre-K for All
December 1, 2025A formal letter submitted by KASA endorsing the Pre-K for All initiative and urging the General Assembly to support expansion of public pre-kindergarten access statewide.