Barb Sramek

Dr. Barb Sramek is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. With 35 years of experience in Wisconsin public schools, she served as a teacher, special education director, and district superintendent before transitioning to academia. Her work focuses on effective governance, principal development, and equitable educational systems.

Her research examines:

• School district governance models
• Professional coaching for educational leaders
• Equitable multi-level support systems
• Special education policy implementation
• Superintendent-board relationships

As Director of Professional Development for WASDA, she designs leadership programs that bridge research and practice. Her publications address principal development and governance effectiveness, emphasizing practical frameworks for school administrators.