Cohorts - The Society for Classical Learning

cohort programs

The place for classical Christian school leaders to gather

ABOUT SCL COHORTS

It’s always good to know you’re not alone! Connect with others who are in the same role as you at classical Christian schools around the country. Groups are limited to 8-10 members so you can build relationships, share ideas, and support each other in small groups

Cohort leaders are seasoned professionals in their field. Based on years of experience, they will share best practices and help members avoid common pitfalls in their roles and equip you with the resources you need to be successful.

You don’t have to do your job alone and can get questions answered quickly! Cohort leaders will hold virtual “office hours” online twice a month to answer your specific questions between the regular group meetings.

WHY SCL COHORTS?

Several years ago, Keith Nix, Head of School at Veritas in Richmond made a simple offer. “l’ll put together helpful resources and then lead a Zoom call once a month to discuss.” He obviously hit a felt need as today there are over 70 heads in this program!

SCL is going to be running the cohorts program for heads with Keith, as well as launching up to five new cohort tracks for different school leadership areas, depending on interest.

The cohort program will run initially on a one year program with up to three years of unique content. (The heads cohorts are already well into a second year program). The long term plan is for this to be an ongoing multi-year offering with new resources added for those who want to continue.

CHOOSE YOUR COHORT

Academic Dean

Led by Andrew Elizalde

This program is for anyone serving as an academic dean in a classical Christian school. The goal of this program is to understand our role and responsibilities in our respective schools, establish a common language to describe our tradition, equip ourselves with tools to make meaningful change in curriculum and instruction, and develop strategies for investing in faculty culture.

Aspiring Heads of School

Led by Eric Cook

This cohort aims to support, equip, and encourage classical and Christian aspiring and future Heads through monthly training, collaboration and fellowship. “Aspiring” Heads includes: division Heads who are considering becoming a Head of School, interim Heads, board members who may be interested in becoming Heads, and/or faculty who would contemplate a Head of School role in the future.

Board Chair

Led by Leslie Moeller

This program is for anyone serving as the Board Chair from first year to seasoned veterans. The goal of first year cohorts is to understand and implement the basics and to root out bad habits while establishing the good.

College Advisor

Led by Deanna Ducher
& Becky Priest

This program is for anyone serving as a College Advisor from first year to seasoned veterans. To support, equip, and encourage College Advisors/Counselors at classical, Christian schools through training, collaboration, and fellowship.

Fundraising & Development

Led by Brad Layland

This program is for anyone serving as a fundraising and/or development leader in a classical Christian school. The goal of first year is to understand and implement the basics and to root out bad habits while establishing the good.

GRAMMAR SCHOOL HEADS

Led by Jessica Gombert

This program is for anyone serving as a grammar school head or dean in a classical Christian school. The goal of first year is to understand and implement the basics and to root out bad habits while establishing the good.

GRAMMAR SCHOOL TEACHERS

Led by Rachel Greb

This cohort is designed for grammar school teachers who are new to teaching or experienced teachers who are looking for guidance in best practices in the classroom.

Head of School

Led by Keith Nix

This program is for anyone serving as a Head of School from first year to seasoned veterans. The goal of first year cohorts is to understand and implement the basics and to root out bad habits while establishing the good.

Human Resources

Led by Sherilyn Palermo

This program will cover HR fundamentals, and give HR staff a chance to talk through issues, challenges and best practices of real-life scenarios with other cohort members. The goal of the first year is to understand the basics while working toward HR best practices.

HYBRID/COLLABORATIVE SCHOOL HEADS

Led by Neil Anderson

This cohort is for school heads or board members of collaborative (hybrid, university-model, etc.). Whether you are thinking of starting a school, just started one, have been running one for years, or have just been hired by one, this cohort is for you. This cohort will work through the principles and strategies that are essential to building and sustaining a collaborative school. If you are currently sustaining a healthy school, it could be beneficial for you to join this cohort to compare notes and refine processes.

KINGDOM DIVERSITY & BELONGING

Led by Aaron Howard

This cohort will provide a theological foundation and practical framework for engaging diversity in the classical Christian school. If you want to become more involved in supporting diversity, but don’t know where to start, this cohort is for you! Heads of school, division heads, deans, teachers, and other educators will benefit from this program. We will explore key concepts, practical strategies, and ways to avoid potential landmines.

LANGUAGES TEACHERS

Led by Marcus Foster

This program is for anyone serving as a language teacher in a classical Christian school: while some priority may be given to Latin and Greek, the topics are chosen to be relevant to any language classroom. The goal of the first year is to cover cyclical topics that every language teacher must tackle throughout the school year.

LOGIC/RHETORIC TEACHERS

Led by Rachel Greb

This cohort is designed for logic and rhetoric (upper school) teachers who are new to teaching or experienced teachers who are looking for guidance in best practices in the classroom.

Marketing & Admissions

Led by Amy Burgess

This program is for anyone serving as a school marketing and/or admissions leader in a classical Christian school. The goal of first year is to understand and implement the basics and to root out bad habits while establishing the good.

Parenting Kids 12 & Under

Led by Keith McCurdy

Parents, do you find yourself nagging your kids about the same things day after day? Are you tired of all of the grumbling and disrespect in response to simple requests? Do you wonder if all of this technology is really a good thing for your child? If these are common themes in your home then this cohort program is for you!

wHAT'S YOUR INVESTMENT?

$ $2,950 Regular Price

Aspiring Heads*
Board Chair
Head of School
Heads of Hybrid/Collaborative Schools*
Fundraising & Development

$ 2,200 Regular Price

Academic Deans
Marketing & Admissions
Grammar School Heads
Grammar School Teachers*
Kingdom Diversity*
Languages*
Logic & Rhetoric Teachers*
Human Resources*
College Advisor*

$ 679 Regular Price

Parenting Kids

SCHOLARSHIPS

We do not want any leader to miss out on participation due to cost.

We have discounted new cohorts with “cohort launch pricing” to encourage those who are participating to join us in pioneering this exciting new program to maximize its impact. We are confident in the expertise of our cohort leaders and the content you will be receiving and welcome you as an influencer in the program.

PAYMENT INFO

Payment options include splitting total into monthly payments or spreading payments over 2 budget years.

Got questions? Email karen@societyforclassicallearning.org

INTERESTED IN JOINING A COHORT?

Interested in joining a Fall 2021 Cohort?
Email Karen McCarty, SCL Cohort Coordinator, at karen@societyforclassicallearning.org