Surge Institute

Surge Academy Detroit #LeadTheSurge Event
2025-06-05 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Detroit)
Join us in Detroit for our #LeadtheSurge event on June 5th! As we close out our recruitment season, we’re hosting a vibrant celebration to honor our incredible local partners and alumni. This event is also your chance to meet and engage with other prospective fellows, who are poised to make a significant impact in the communities they serve.
Enjoy inspiring stories, lively networking, and a chance to learn more about our fellowship program. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and be part of our movement of change.

Virtual Lunch & Learn: Surge Academy Detroit Informational Session!
2025-03-25 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Virtual
Mark your calendars for March 25th at 12pm ET and take a step towards a transformative experience with Surge Academy Detroit. This engaging virtual event, hosted via Zoom, is your gateway to learning more about our fellowship program designed to empower and uplift emerging leaders in education and social impact.
Surge Academy is more than just a program; it’s a movement. Our mission is to cultivate a diverse community of leaders committed to creating equitable opportunities in education. In this session, you’ll hear from alumni, meet our Executive Director, and get a glimpse into the impact that Surge Academy Detroit has on its participants and their communities.

Ignite & Inspire: What Could Restoration & Healing for Detroit Black and Brown Educators Look Like?
2024-05-23 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Bamboo Co-Working Detroit, 1420 Washington Blvd Ste 301, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Ignite & Inspire – A Conversation : What Could Restoration and Healing for Detroit Black and Brown Educators Look Like? Come join us to explore and discuss opportunities to support the success and sustainability of Detroit’s Black and Brown education leaders. Terrence Pruitt, the Co-Founder of Project Restore, a Surge Alumni, and the Program Director of Detroit’s 2025 Surge Academy, will lead us in a session that centers participants’ humanity, examines issues impacting their leadership, and provides them tools that support their ability to create healings spaces for themselves and the communities they serve.

Ignite & Inspire: A Journey of Restoration and Healing for Detroit Black and Brown Educators
2024-03-21 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | The Raw Space, 8420 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI, 48221, United States
Come join us to explore and discuss opportunities to support the success and sustainability of Detroit’s Black and Brown education leaders.
Terrence Pruitt, the Co-Founder of Project Restore, a Surge Alumni, and the Program Director of Detroit’s 2025 Surge Academy, will lead us in a session that centers participants’ humanity, examines issues impacting their leadership, and provides them tools that support their ability to create healings spaces for themselves and the communities they serve.

Surge Academy Detroit Launch Event - Igniting Your Leadership Journey (Virtual)
2024-02-01 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Virtual
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey that will shape your leadership skills and empower you to drive positive change in your community? Join us for Detroit Surge Academy’s Virtual Recruitment Event as we launch our highly anticipated 6-month program in 2024!

Trailblazer and Change-making with Surge alumna Cassie Williams
2023-12-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for an inspiring virtual event as we shine a spotlight on a trailblazer and change-maker, Cassie Williams, a distinguished Surge alumna and the Executive Director of K-12 Literacy at the Detroit Public Schools Community District. Cassie’s journey exemplifies the transformative power of the Surge program, and we invite you to learn more about her leadership in the realm of education and why you should consider joining the Surge movement.

Surge Academy: Empowering Leaders in Cities Across the Country
2023-11-29 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join us to learn more about our transformational six-month Surge Academy experience. The Surge Academy explores an innovative and far-reaching approach to reshaping urban education for our youth and communities. Hear from Surge Institute leaders during this virtual mixer and program overview! This event is for those interested in all cities.
