Fellowship Program
Transforming education through leadership
Strong Leadership Makes a Difference
At Get Smart Schools, we believe that a great leader is the most important factor in creating a successful school. Now, more than ever, Colorado needs visionary school leaders who are committed to providing all students the high-quality education they deserve.
The Fellowship
The Get Smart Schools Fellowship is a highly competitive program that trains entrepreneurial school leaders to start and lead high-performing, autonomous schools. Fellows benefit from a comprehensive curriculum that includes individual learning plans, an intensive summer institute rooted in instruction, weekly training seminars, executive coaching, local and national visits to top-performing schools, and residencies.
Apply to the Fellowship
Is the GSS Fellowship a good fit for you? GSS looks for distinguished applicants who show the entrepreneurial spirit, drive, and focus to excel as school leaders. We accept applications from around the country, but candidates must intend to open schools in Colorado to be eligible.
Get Smart Schools is offering an exciting opportunity to one individual who is interested in founding a model blended learning charter school that will open in Colorado in the fall of 2014. Click here to learn more.
First Application Deadline: January 31, 2012
Second Application Deadline: March 26, 2012
Final Application Deadline: April 16, 2012
Meet our Current Fellows
Our Fellows are passionate about creating schools that drive student achievement for all students and each has a unique idea for their school. Find out who they are and what are they are accomplishing.
Alumni
Fellows are forever part of the Get Smart Schools network. We encourage alumni to attend regular training events to help them continue to develop as leaders and maintain their connections with like-minded leaders.
