There is no substitute for years and years of experience. Every Forum facilitator has the credibility of having done the work of Superintendent. They freely share their wisdom in the Forum sessions with candor and humor. Throughout, participants practice specific strategies so we’re ready to apply what we learn in our jobs immediately. By the end of session 3, we truly feel part of a network of ambitious colleagues whom we will support as we walk the transition into the next phase of our careers.

This growth opportunity has been like no other professional development that I have received. The content that was covered was practical and applicable. The cohort members were amazing partners to collaborate with to have deep, rich discussions as to how the information provided can impact me in my current leadership role in addition to my future leadership endeavors. After having completed this Leadership Forum, I feel better prepared and equipped to lead boldly and confidently. Throughout this experience, I have gained mentors and friends who believe in my success and ability to help students. This is definitely an experience of a lifetime!

My participation and involvement in The Forum has been a tremendous learning experience! The relationships, networking, quality of the professional learning, and the practical exercises were exceptional. The pacing of the training was appropriate and The Forum was very accommodating to the differentiated learning needs of all participants

The Forum has been a game changer in not only preparing me for the next level of leadership, but teaching me transferable skills and giving me tools to be successful in my current role. There is so much power being in a room that represents so many diverse experiences and schools of thought. I cannot think of another professional development opportunity in my career that has provided me with as much knowledge, support and tools as The Forum has in such a short time.

This has been one of the best professional development sessions that I have attended in years. The program is very intentional and has the very best leaders in the business not only preparing the content, but delivering it in a way that is real, makes sense, and practical to implement immediately. Says a lot about a program that is using the data and noticing that we need to increase the number of Latino, African-American, and female superintendents and actually doing something about it to make an impact at the national level. Would strongly recommend this to aspiring leaders!

The Forum for Educational Leadership has provided me with the practical knowledge and skills other programs have been unable to do. The format allows for learning, practice, and constructive feedback on topics that are critical to not only becoming a successful Superintendent but also to transitioning and maintaining the role.

I am now prepared and equipped to face challenges with confidence. It doesn't mean that the nuisances of leadership won't sting, but I will not be defeated. The forum definitely prepares leaders for policies, processes, and politics so that we can focus on student achievement, which matters most. "Stay ready so that you don't have to get ready!"

This experience is unlike any other capacity building opportunity I've had. The combination of camaraderie, inspiration, and real-world embedded support is simply unmatched. I feel like I have a whole new support network that just wants to see me succeed, and am now part of a group of champions for public education. I'm a more prepared and effective leader in the service of children as a result of the Forum. The Women in Educational Leadership strand is a long-overdue and transformative experience to elevate powerful women leaders. A stellar experience.

This is by far the best professional learning in which I have engaged - and like most leaders, I have engaged in many. After the first day I texted my supervisor with the message: "Thank you for sending me - this may be the best gift you have ever given me!"

This was one of the best professional development experiences I have had because it was rooted in practical application. The facilitators are individual rockstars and when together they are mind-blowing. The intentionality that went into curating the content, the flow of the sessions, cohort pairing, and guest speakers are data points illustrating why this is an exceptional program.