We’re thrilled to officially launch recruitment for our 2027 cohorts!

Beginning February 13, 2026, the interest forms for Surge Fellowship Chicago and Surge Academy Detroit will be live. Each city is stepping boldly into the next chapter and continuing to fuel the Surge mission of developing transformational leaders in education.

This isn’t just another leadership program; it’s a movement, a call to action, and a commitment to building something bigger than ourselves.

“We are creating leaders who not only excel individually but who also drive the organizational and systemic change that secures a brighter future for everyone. This is a movement, and together, we are making it happen.” -Uiric Shannon, Executive Director, Surge Chicago

We’re energized for this next wave of leaders and can’t wait to see the impact they’ll create. Help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with the changemakers, visionaries, and education leaders in your network.

CHI27 and DET27, it’s time to Surge!

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