Tyson Eslinger

Superintendent, Morris County USD 417 (Kan.)

Tyson Eslinger is the Superintendent of Morris County Public Schools USD 417 in Council Grove, Kansas, bringing nearly two decades of experience in education. He began his career as a teacher and coach before serving as principal, consultant, and superintendent—including leading his alma mater, where he helped pass the district’s first facilities bond in 32 years. A hallmark of Eslinger’s leadership is his focus on talent management. He has prioritized creating comprehensive benefits packages and professional opportunities that make rural districts more competitive, helping to attract high-quality educators and retain existing staff. His work reflects a belief that supporting educators directly strengthens student outcomes and rural communities. Eslinger has served on the national reading advisory board for Rosen Publishing Company and chaired the Southwest Kansas Superintendent Council, further underscoring his collaborative approach to educational leadership.