Surge Institute

Wellness Wednesday: A Mid-Semester pick-me-up and Self-Care for Educational Leaders
2024-02-28 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Recharge and realign at our exclusive event tailored for school leaders navigating the midway point of the semester. Join us for an enlightening session focused on the essential practice of self-care and prioritizing personal well-being. Explore practical strategies to integrate self-care into your leadership journey, empowering you to navigate challenges with resilience and lead with renewed focus and energy throughout the remainder of the academic term. It’s time to put yourself first and elevate your leadership with a holistic approach to well-being

Surge Academy “Sneak Peek”: How Surge Alumni in Las Vegas Transformed Their Leadership
2024-02-08 17:30 - 19:30, 2024-01-18 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Suite 150, 1025 S 1st St #150, Las Vegas, NV, 89101, United States
Join us for an inspiring and insightful in-person recruitment event as we shine a spotlight on the exceptional leaders who have emerged from Surge Academy. This unique panel discussion will feature Las Vegas Surge Academy alumni who have undergone transformative leadership journeys, and they will share how Surge has played a pivotal role in shaping their leadership narratives.

It Takes a Village Hot Takes & Open Forum
2024-02-08 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
The purpose of ‘It Takes A Village: Hot Takes & Open Forum’ is to provide a space where Black Principals can discuss issues currently happening in their role. Fellow BPN members will share ideas and solutions regarding the hot topics and issues faced within their school community.
*This event is specifically for current school leaders*

Doodle your 2024 Vision with That Art Party
2024-02-08 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
For Surge Alumni Only
This Doodle Date is a 1-hour session designed to keep you accountable to your creative goals. This is a special edition of our doodle date especially for Surge! So you know we will do some deep intention setting and use doodling as a tool to tap into our creative vision for 2024. Together, we will drop into breath, check in with our body & our new friends, and try our hand at a sweet new doodle technique. We will close our nourishing, creative ritual the same way we start – with intention.

You will be provided with your own doodling kit to keep their creative practice going beyond our time together.

Join us for the art, but stay for the people.

TLC23 Panel LIVE STREAM
2024-02-06 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Join us LIVE on Surge Institute’s LinkedIn Feb. 6!

The purpose of this live is to provide our esteemed panel of TLC23 Alumni cohort participants to share firsthand accounts of the profound impact the program has had on their professional journeys as Black school leaders.

Panel
Dalonte Burns
Ashley Peel
Sanaa McBride
Moderator
TaraShaun Cain

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!

Catalyzing Change: Bay Area Education Leaders Unite at Surge Academy
2024-01-31 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Join us for an inspiring virtual gathering as we bring together a dynamic panel of Bay Area education leaders and accomplished Surge alumni who are at the forefront of transforming education in the region. Discover the transformative impact of Surge Academy and learn firsthand from those who are driving positive change in Bay Area schools.

Philadelphia Surge Academy Fireside Chat: Co-Imagining Liberation for Our People
2024-01-18 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | P4 Hub, 4537 Wayne Ave Ste 202, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States
You are invited to join us for Fireside Chat: Co-Imagining Liberation for Our People, a Philadelphia #SurgeAcademy gathering that promises to be both inspiring and transformative.

This event will be a convergence of ideas, experiences, and discussions led by some of the most innovative minds in education. Our panel, moderated by Surge Founder and CEO Carmita Semaan, will showcase esteemed local education leaders, including Ariel Lajara, LaTanya Simmons, Dr. Yonaira Rodriguez, and Dr. David Thomas.

Virtual Mixer and TLC24 Informational
2024-01-18 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
This event is designed to provide a space where Black school leaders can casually be in community with each other and engage in a fun setting for the purpose of building community.
It will also consist of The Leadership Collaborative 2024 informational and Q&A. You will also have the opportunity to talk to TLC23 alumni about their experience!

Audience: Black Principals only, do not have to be BPN Members

Surge Academy “Sneak Peek”: Discover How Surge Alumni in DC have transformed their Leadership
2024-01-10 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | The Gathering Spot DC, 1720 I St NW, Washington, DC, 20006, United States
Get ready for a night of inspiration and empowerment at Surge Academy’s recruitment event in D.C.
Join us for an inspiring and informative in-person recruitment event in the heart of Washington, D.C., where we shine a spotlight on the incredible leaders who have emerged from Surge Academy. This event aims to showcase the transformative power of Surge Academy in shaping leaders and fostering positive change within our communities.

Impactful Leadership in Las Vegas Education
2023-12-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Join us for an inspiring virtual event as we shine a spotlight on Johnny Dominguez, the esteemed Executive Director of Leaders in Training and a distinguished Surge Alumni. This event is not only a celebration of Johnny’s accomplishments but also an exploration of his impactful leadership in education, particularly in the dynamic landscape of Las Vegas.

Bay Area Lunch & Learn: A Transformative Leadership Journey with Will Collins
2023-12-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Join us for an illuminating virtual experience as we shine a spotlight on the visionary leader, Will Collins, Chief of External Affairs at Surge Institute. In this exclusive event tailored for the Bay Area community, Will Collins takes center stage to share insights into his transformative leadership journey and the profound impact of Surge Institute on his work and the national educational landscape.

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.

Impact in Education Advocacy: A Call to Action for DC Leaders
2023-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join us for an inspiring evening as we shine a spotlight on two remarkable Washington D.C. Surge alumni, Brandon Best and Ariel Johnson, who have dedicated their careers to making a profound impact in education advocacy. This event will not only celebrate their outstanding contributions but also serve as a call to action for local emerging leaders to consider the transformative Surge Academy six-month fellowship.

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.
