The Forum for Educational Leadership
@WeAreTheForum
A space for highly effective education leaders to prepare for their pathway to the top role in a state, district, or charter organization. Email: [email protected]
Leadership, like a pencil, needs sharpening. At #WeAreTheForum, we help leaders refine their practice to draw the future with purpose. ✏️ Apply today: forms.gle/a5GwosbVTtPpsh…

This is what bold state leadership looks like. Amanda Peterson’s words capture exactly why we built the @WomenLeadingED Emerging State Executives program: to surround visionary #WomenLeadingED with the tools, network, and momentum to lead at the highest levels. Applications for…
🔥 COMING MONDAY 🔥 Get ready—applications for the next Emerging State Executives Cohort from #WomenLeadingEd open Monday. As Cohort 1 member Amanda Peterson of the North Dakota Dept. of Public Instruction says, this isn’t just another leadership program.
New chapter! Are you amongst the boldest and most strategic leaders? Ready to hit the ground running this year on REAL #AI strategy and cut through the hype alongside superintendents in a confidential space? DM me and apply today for consideration in our exclusive new network.
We’re launching something small and bold. The AI Strategy and Leadership Network is for state and district superintendents + team members, ready to lead in this moment. Limited to the boldest and most effective leaders and their teams.
#WeAreTheForum in action! Dr. Peter Gorman and Superintendent Nerlande Anselme—two distinguished leaders, one shared commitment to excellence.

Great leaders never stop learning. #WeAreTheForum is where seasoned minds come to stretch, reflect, and rise. If you’re seeking a space that challenges your thinking and strengthens your leadership, this is it. 🔍 Apply today to invest in your growth: forms.gle/a5GwosbVTtPpsh…

Vision, strategy, and execution today as we consider a systems level approach to the #AI transformation. If not us, then who? #LeadershipMatters @WeAreTheForum
It’s a great day to talk about the safe and responsible implementation of #AI! Our Dr. @juliarafalbaer and Superintendent-in-Residence @ScottMuri are facilitating a powerful Superintendent Retreat today focused on exactly that. #ILOImpact
Let’s go Selina!!!! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to watch all you accomplish! #WatchHerRise
Celebrations are in order for #WeAreTheForum alumna Selina Sparkman on her well-deserved new position as Superintendent at Lauderdale County School District! #WomenLeadingEd yesterday, today, and tomorrow! We are so proud of you and your accomplishments. #WatchHerRise
Celebrations are in order for #WeAreTheForum alumna Selina Sparkman on her well-deserved new position as Superintendent at Lauderdale County School District! #WomenLeadingEd yesterday, today, and tomorrow! We are so proud of you and your accomplishments. #WatchHerRise

At #WeAreTheForum, we don’t just convene leaders—we cultivate them. 🌱 Each cohort brings together educational change-makers committed to learning, growing, and leading with purpose, rooted in trust, rigor & lasting connection. 🌿 Apply now: forms.gle/a5GwosbVTtPpsh…

This was such an incredible set of lessons in leadership from the brilliant Secretary Cindy Marten @BeKindDreamBig! Thank you for joining us today to provide such important insights to our community.
Today at Session 2, #WeAreTheForum’s Dr. Julia Rafal-Baer led an insightful fireside chat with Delaware Secretary of Education Cindy Marten. Thank you for sharing your expertise and for an enriching conversation on outstanding leadership! #LeadershipMatters #WomenLeadingEd
Be in the room with the nation’s boldest education leaders. Grow through coaching, connection, and real conversation. The next Forum cohort is forming—secure your seat. 🔗 Apply:forms.gle/a5GwosbVTtPpsh… #LeadershipMatters #WeAreTheForum

Today at Session 2, #WeAreTheForum’s Dr. Julia Rafal-Baer led an insightful fireside chat with Delaware Secretary of Education Cindy Marten. Thank you for sharing your expertise and for an enriching conversation on outstanding leadership! #LeadershipMatters #WomenLeadingEd

We are proud to celebrate another #WeAreTheForum alum achievement! Dr. Terrence Brittenum has been named the next Regional Superintendent at Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Please join us in congratulating him on this well-deserved advancement! #LeadershipMatters

Day 2 of Session 2 is off to a strong start! Cohort 9 is diving deep into the essential traits of a successful governance team. Exciting discussions and valuable insights all around! #LeadershipMatters

Cohort 9's Day 1 of Session 2 was a success, with enriching skill-building sessions. Tomorrow, we're honored to host Secretary Cindy Marten as our guest speaker! Stay tuned for more impactful learning. #WeAreTheForum

#WeAreTheForum's Cohort 9 gears up for interview prep with our expert facilitators! #LeadershipMatters

We are BACK for Session 2 this afternoon with Cohort 9 participants: next-generation superintendents, state education commissioners, & outstanding leaders from all over the country ready to learn from one another! #WeAreTheForum #WomenLeadingEd

🌟 Train for your lane. 🌟 @JJoynerKersee didn’t wait for a lane in the Olympics. She built the habits to claim it. Leaders must do the same. Dr. @JuliaRafalBaer breaks down how world-class athletes model discipline, recovery, & growth at @Forbes → forbes.com/councils/forbe…
Another #WatchHerRise Moment for Women Leading Ed Emerging State Executives Cohort 1! Today we’re celebrating @Dra_CastilloC on her appointment as Deputy Director of Academics at @ORDeptEd. Congratulations Dr. Castillo!
So proud to see @Dra_CastilloC take this next bold step as Deputy at @ORDeptEd. Dr. Castillo has made her mark as a member of @WomenLeadingEd's Emerging State Executives Cohort 1 and she embodies exactly why we built this network: to surface, support, and champion the women who…
Another #WatchHerRise Moment for Women Leading Ed Emerging State Executives Cohort 1! Today we’re celebrating @Dra_CastilloC on her appointment as Deputy Director of Academics at @ORDeptEd. Congratulations Dr. Castillo!