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February 26, 2026
The Black History We Weren’t Taught (Part 2)
We are living Black history, but stories like these aren’t always told.
February 12, 2026
How to RESET As a Black Leader in Education
Pressing the RESET button - BPN takes a proactive approach to refueling our leaders.
January 29, 2026
Surge Announces 10 Recipients of Alumni Mini-Grants
Community impact in action: Mini-grants awarded to 10 Surge alumni.
Impact Spotlights
Showcase compelling stories of Black and Brown leaders making tangible change in their schools, districts, and communities.
Surge Academy Pulse
Real-time updates and photo recaps from retreats, capstones, learning labs, and regional activations.
Call to Lead
Cohort recruitment, mentor invitations, panelist calls, and ambassador opportunities—clear CTAs to uplift and expand Surge’s mission.
Alumni Power Moves
Celebrate bold career milestones, promotions, publications, board appointments, and entrepreneurial ventures led by Surge Alumni.
Culture Corner
Celebrate Heritage and Awareness Months (e.g., Latinx Heritage, Black History, AAPI, Disability Pride, etc.) with features, quotes, and historical connections.
Legacy & Leadership
Honoring Surge elders, founders, and the evolution of our mission over 10+ years of impact.
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February 26, 2026
2025 Was Our Most Impactful Year Yet. Here’s Why
2025 was our most impactful year yet at Surge – see for yourself.
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February 26, 2026
Random Acts of Surgeness: How Our Growing Presence Leads to Chance Encounters
As the Surge family continues to grow, we’re experiencing “random acts or Surgeness.”
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February 26, 2026
Ariel Johnson, an Early Surge Alum, Shapes Education Policy in Our Nation’s Capital
Surge Alum Ariel Johnson tackles tough issues and large budgets, but she insists, “Joy can never be absent.”
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February 26, 2026
Random Acts of Surgeness: How Our Growing Presence Leads to Chance Encounters
As the Surge family continues to grow, we’re experiencing “random acts or Surgeness.”
February 26, 2026
Ariel Johnson, an Early Surge Alum, Shapes Education Policy in Our Nation’s Capital
Surge Alum Ariel Johnson tackles tough issues and large budgets, but she insists, “Joy can never be absent.”
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February 26, 2026
The Black History We Weren’t Taught (Part 2)
We are living Black history, but stories like these aren’t always told.
February 26, 2026
2025 Was Our Most Impactful Year Yet. Here’s Why
2025 was our most impactful year yet at Surge – see for yourself.
February 12, 2026
Get Ready to ‘Launch’ with Chicago and Detroit
The Surge continues - the FY27 recruitment season kicks off this week.
