School Founders Program

Funding: Funded -- verify amount on website (page states fellows receive a full one-year stipend covering salary and fringe benefits, plus travel and accommodations, but does not disclose a dollar figure). Who can apply: Working education professionals aspiring to found and lead a new public charter school in Alabama; described as a highly-selective program for experienced educators/school leaders, not a degree-seeking track. Length: One year, full-time. Full-service startup and application support, research-based leadership training tied to Leadership Competencies, guidance on Alabama charter regulatory compliance, curated school visits, introductions to potential board members/community partners; program reports an 80% charter-approval rate for fellows since 2019. Field: Charter School Founder / Executive School Leadership. Deadline: Rolling / not specified on program page.