Surge Institute

Surge Institute Our Mission: To educate and develop leaders of color who create transformative change for young people, their families and our broader communities.

The Surge Fellowship is a leadership accelerator for education leaders of color in Chicago, founded by Carmita Semaan.

06/04/2026

Detroit! Our DET26 alum, Nyanatee Bailey, has a message!

Join us for Detroit event on June 17th! This is a celebration of the community we are building in Detroit and an invitation to join the Surge movement.

Invite a youth serving leader to join. Register here: https://surgeinstitute.tfaforms.net/26

Black principals! Join us for our Eastern Regional Leadership Summit Informational June 9th at 6 PM CT! We are bringing ...
06/03/2026

Black principals! Join us for our Eastern Regional Leadership Summit Informational June 9th at 6 PM CT!

We are bringing the summit to Baltimore this year. Learn more about what to expect from the summit and meet other principals

This will be a two part event-- The first half will serve as a networking opportunity where attendees can get to know one another. The second half will give an overview of the Summit’s purpose, objectives, and what attendees can expect to gain from this powerful experience.

Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/utnz58d

06/02/2026

Listen to Justin Walker (CHI25) share a core Surge belief that he resonates with and how he brings this to the Legacy Charter School community.

Watch the full Legacy short film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYgi8bPz0ps

RSVP today Detroit education leaders! Join us for Detroit event on June 17th! This will be an incredible celebration o...
06/01/2026

RSVP today Detroit education leaders! Join us for Detroit event on June 17th!

This will be an incredible celebration of the Surge movement and for Black and Brown leaders in Detroit!

Come here to learn more about the Surge national community and how Surge can serve you on your journey to positively impact communities.

Register here: https://surgeinstitute.tfaforms.net/26

We're proud to celebrate Pride Month this June by honoring the genius and leadership of LGBTQ+ leaders of color. At Surg...
06/01/2026

We're proud to celebrate Pride Month this June by honoring the genius and leadership of LGBTQ+ leaders of color.

At Surge we know that liberation is collective and is driven by the power of our LGBTQ+ leaders of color. Stay tuned for some messages from leaders in the Surge family this month!

Apply to Surge Academy Detroit for the 2027 cohort today! Priority deadline closes Friday!This is more than a program. I...
05/29/2026

Apply to Surge Academy Detroit for the 2027 cohort today! Priority deadline closes Friday!

This is more than a program. It’s a space to grow, be challenged, and lead alongside a powerful network committed to equity in education.

If you’re ready to deepen your impact in Detroit’s education landscape, we’re ready for you.

🗓️ June 5th - Priority application deadline (eligible for scholarship)
🗓️ June 21st - Final application deadline

�🔗 Apply here: https://surgeinstitute.org/become-detroit-fellow/

05/28/2026

Listen to Nicholas Jones (CHI24) talk about what learnings from Surge he brings to the Legacy Charter School community.

Watch the full Legacy short film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYgi8bPz0ps

05/27/2026

Detroit! Our DET26 alum, Dayna Peoples, has a message!

Join us for Detroit event on June 17th! This is a celebration of the community we are building in Detroit and an invitation to join the Surge movement.

Invite a youth serving leader to join. Register here: https://surgeinstitute.tfaforms.net/26

Apply to the Surge Chicago Fellowship for the 2027 cohort today! Priority deadline closes this Friday!This is more than ...
05/26/2026

Apply to the Surge Chicago Fellowship for the 2027 cohort today! Priority deadline closes this Friday!

This is more than a program. It’s a space to grow, be challenged, and lead alongside a powerful network committed to equity in education.

If you’re ready to deepen your impact in Chicago’s education landscape, we’re ready for you.

🗓️ May 29th - Priority application deadline (eligible for scholarship)
🗓️ June 12th - Final application deadline

�🔗 Apply here: https://surgeinstitute.org/become-a-fellow/

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