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SUMMARY:Surge Academy Philadelphia: Real Talk and Roadmap Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us on June 12th for an important virtual conversation about the upcoming Philadelphia Surge Academy cohort. During this session\, we’ll openly discuss the recent shift in our program timeline\, what this means for prospective fellows\, and how we’re shaping the path forward to ensure a stronger\, more impactful experience for everyone involved.This is your opportunity to ask questions\, hear directly from the team\, and learn about next steps and opportunities to stay engaged!
URL:https://surgeinstitute.org/event/surge-academy-philadelphia-leadthesurge-event/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch & Learn: Surge Academy Philadelphia Informational Session!
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for July 23 at 12pm ET and take a step towards a transformative experience with Surge Academy Philadelphia. 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. \nSurge 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 Philadelphia has on its participants and their communities.
URL:https://surgeinstitute.org/event/virtual-lunch-learn-surge-academy-philadelphia-informational-session-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Surge Academy,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Clarity in Chaos: Practical Leadership for Staff Stability
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our upcoming PLS featuring guest speaker Nikki Grier (Recipient of Liberatory Leadership Award). In this session\, leaders will engage in an interactive session focused on what it means to lead through chaos while strengthening staff belonging and retention mid-year. Amid national uncertainty\, community stress\, and school-based pressures\, this session will explore practical leadership strategies to help staff feel seen\, heard\, and connected\, especially as they begin making decisions about returning next year. Participants will learn concrete moves to reinforce trust\, strengthen team culture\, and create environments where educators feel valued and supported. This session will equip leaders with actionable tools to stabilize culture and sustain commitment during complex times.
URL:https://surgeinstitute.org/event/clarity-in-chaos-practical-leadership-for-staff-stability/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:It Takes A Village: Open Forum and Virtual Networking Mixer
DESCRIPTION:This event creates a space for Black principals to come together and engage in real-time conversations about current challenges in their roles\, while also building community through meaningful\, engaging virtual networking.
URL:https://surgeinstitute.org/event/it-takes-a-villageopen-forum-and-virtual-networking-mixer/
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SUMMARY:DET27 + CHI27 Ignite and Inspire
DESCRIPTION:This engaging virtual session\, hosted on Zoom\, is your opportunity to learn more about how Surge supports emerging leaders in education and social impact who are ready to grow their leadership\, deepen their impact\, and move in community. \nThis event will feature a dynamic conversation between two of Surge’s Executive Directors—Andrea Black Evans\, Executive Director of Surge Academy\, and Ulric Shannon\, Executive Director of Surge Fellowship Chicago—both of whom are also proud Surge alumni. Together\, they will share their leadership journeys\, reflect on the impact of Surge\, and offer insight into what it means to lead with purpose and in community. \nSurge is more than a program; it is a movement. We are committed to building a diverse\, values-aligned network of leaders who are working to create more equitable and just education systems. We hope you will join us and take that first step toward growing your leadership in community.
URL:https://surgeinstitute.org/event/det27-and-chi27-informational-session-ignite-inspire/
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SUMMARY:Leading Well to Lead Strong
DESCRIPTION:The Black Principals Network invites education leaders to a virtual Wellness Wednesday event on April 22 at 6 p.m. CT.  \n“Leading Well to Lead Strong” is a soulful\, dialogue-centered virtual workshop designed to help education leaders pause\, reflect\, and reset. Through guided conversation and peer connection\, participants will explore their current wellness\, unpack the hidden weight of leadership\, and leave with practical strategies to sustain their energy and impact.  \nRegister now for this free event.
URL:https://surgeinstitute.org/event/leading-well-to-lead-strong/
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