With a reputation for excellence and
innovation, Chicago Public Schools (CPS)
has become a national model for urban
school reform. We believe the key to
outstanding schools is outstanding leaders...
those who inspire change, foster instructional excellence, and develop communities of learners.

Program Overview
The Fellowship in Urban School Leadership is a paid school leadership experience. The fellowship program
is aligned to our Principal Competencies which are a holistic approach to instructional leadership. Focused on
instructional leadership, change management and data-driven decision making, the Fellowship experience includes:

Read more about our
Principal Competencies (PDF).

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2008 Application
2008 Information Sessions

Exploring Chicago

Our mission is to provide a high-quality school leadership experience to candidates who
demonstrate a commitment to urban school transformation and an interest in exploring all that
Chicago has to offer.

2008 Fellowship Program Dates
Full Session:
           Sunday, July 6, 2008 to Friday, July 25, 2008
2-Week Mini Session (for experienced principals only):
           Sunday, July 13, 2008 to Friday, July 25, 2008
Deadline for Applications: February 28, 2008

Benefits and Costs
Each Fellow will receive a living stipend. Housing, a CTA transportation pass**, and admission to
certain Chicago attractions are also provided. Spouses are welcome to share housing with the Fellow.

In addition, Fellows will have the ability to meet and network with CPS top leadership, receive a CPS letter of recommendation and job search
assistance once they have successfully completed the Fellowship and apply for employment in Chicago.

                                                                                             **Transportation to/from Chicago and any other costs are the responsibility of the Fellow.

Who Should Apply?
The Fellowship is open to experienced and aspiring school leaders interested in administrative careers at CPS, and who demonstrate the following:

• Commitment to high quality instruction for all students
• Proven success in improving student achievement
• Evidence of CPS principal competencies in prior experiences
• Interest in working with students from various cultures and socio-economic backgrounds
• Significant teaching experience
• School leadership experience with current Type 75 or equivalent state administrative certificate…
OR
• Enrolled in an accredited Educational Leadership program with department recommendation

Are you ready to explore the challenge of urban school transformation?
Do you strive to inspire students, staff and the community to achieve more?

Apply today!

Download the 2008 Fellowship in Urban School Leadership Application and Instructions
2008 Chicago Area and Campus Information Sessions

For questions regarding the Fellowship in Urban School Leadership program, please contact:

It is the policy of the Board of Education of the City of Chicago not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX of the Education of Amendments of 1972 and the regulations promulgated thereunder concerning sex discrimination should be referred to the Title IX Officer, Chicago Public Schools, 125 South Clark, Chicago, IL 773-553-2688 (TTY-773-553-2699). Please contact the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) Administrator for disability accommodations at 773-553-2698 or 773-553-2699 (TTY).

This program is made possible through The Chicago Public Education Fund. www.cpef.org