Emerging Leaders
FOUNDATIONS OF SCHOOL AND CLASSROOM LEADERSHIP
The Emerging Leaders Program brings together a group of passionate educators for a year-long professional development experience from City Forward Collective designed to provide a hands-on introduction to the foundations of school leadership.
As part of a cohort, participants learn and collaborate on a project to improve their school while developing core school leadership knowledge and refining their plans for the future.
The Emerging Leaders Program is perfect for teachers, department chairs, and school support teachers, as well as deans and assistant principals in the first or second year of their role.
As part of City Forward Collective’s push to increase enrollment of students with special needs in high-quality schools, we are especially interested in teachers and leaders with backgrounds in special education.
What are past participants saying about the Emerging Leaders Program?
“Prior to participating in the Emerging Leaders Program, I had a very narrow understanding of what school leaders do and how their work ripples through every aspect of a school. I’m looking forward to continuing down this path and gaining additional skills that will prepare me to be a school leader.”
— 2021-22 participant
Emerging Leaders Program participants who complete the program often receive job promotions and frequently advance to master teacher fellowships and principal licensure programs, including the one City Forward Collective operates at Alverno College.
Program details
8 two-hour seminars based on Paul Bambrick-Santoyo’s book, “Leverage Leadership 2.0”
Topics include: data-driven instruction, professional development, observation and feedback, staff culture, and student culture
Guidance from veteran educators and guest facilitators
1 school-based change project in partnership with their school administrator
Program graduates can receive a waiver for Alverno College Course 611 should they enroll in the Alverno Administrative Leadership Program
Typical Candidate Profile
Teacher, department chair, or school support teacher; or first- or second-year dean or assistant principal
2+ years of teaching experience
Belief that all children, no matter their background, can learn and succeed at high levels
Willingness to reflect, learn, and take on challenges
Curiosity about school leadership, whether it be leading from the classroom, from the principal’s office, or somewhere in between
Program Costs
$500 per registrant, which includes program materials (this fee may be paid by the participant, the participant’s employer, or a combination)
Title II funds may be used