Imani Strong
Choosing Surge was a pivotal decision in my journey as an educational leader. Surge Institute stood out to me because of its unwavering commitment to empowering leaders of color, providing…
Fantasia N. McGee-Jackson
For me, Surge represents a transformative journey towards advancing equity and excellence in education. I chose Surge because of its unwavering commitment to empowering leaders who are dedicated to addressing…
Dr. Alyssa Hamler
I am excited to participate in Surge to nurture myself, relationships with brilliant Black and Brown leaders, and my freedom dream. I am a Black woman, wife, mother, and school…
David Brown
I lead with transparency and passion, and I hope to contribute my full, vulnerable self to Surge: to both inspire and serve as a testimony to learn from. I want…
Christina Weathersby
As an educational leader in the city of Chicago, the ultimate goal is to shift the educational landscape for students of color by helping to eliminate all barriers that can…
Carletha Becton
I anticipate this program can be the ultimate exchange of ideas, a family of educators and stakeholders who uplift, empower and motivate one another. I hope to contribute meaningfully to…
Carina Kearley
Being apart of Surge means having the opportunity and space to build my leadership capacity specifically around expanding my ability to actualize my vision of what real equity and freedom…
Brian J. Riddick
Black and brown boys deserve educators who look like them. They deserve to attend schools that are led by leaders who look like them. I’ve been incredibly energized by those…
Aaron Talley
For me, Surge means being back in a space with like minded individuals who understand and are committed to maintaining the transformative capacity of education.
Zetia Hogan
Surge is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with melanated individuals to bring to life my dreams of reimagining education that truly reflects the needs and aspirations of Black and Brown…