Relay Graduate School to Offer Free Leadership Workshops for School Leaders

Empowering School Leaders: Free Leadership Workshops by Relay Graduate School of Education

In a significant move aimed at enhancing educational leadership, Relay Graduate School of Education is hosting a series of free in-person Leverage Leadership workshops. These workshops, scheduled for May 6, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel located in Orlando, Florida, are designed to equip school leaders with essential skills to improve teacher effectiveness and ultimately boost student outcomes.

The workshops will run from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET, providing a full day of intensive learning at no cost to participants—a remarkable savings of $750 per attendee. The initiative targets instructional coaches, teacher leaders, assistant principals, and principals looking to refine their leadership skills.

Conducted by fellows of the esteemed Leverage Leadership Institute (LLI), these sessions will feature public school leaders who bring a wealth of experience and proven methodologies to the table. Relay's commitment to quality is evident in its impact data, showcasing that an impressive 90% of Leadership Programs alumni reported that Relay effectively prepared them to enhance teaching and learning systems.

Participants will have the opportunity to choose from four concurrent sessions, each meticulously crafted to ensure a hands-on, interactive experience:

1. Leading Student-Centered Culture - Fostering an environment that prioritizes student engagement and participation.
2. Leading Observation and Feedback - Developing robust feedback mechanisms to support instructional improvement.
3. Leading Weekly Data Meetings - Utilizing data strategically to inform decision-making and improve practices.
4. Leading Weekly Planning Meetings - Streamlining collaboration among educators to enhance lesson planning and curriculum development.

Each session is designed with practicality in mind, incorporating modeling, structured protocols, and collaborative practice so that participants can apply what they learn directly within their schools. Leaders will walk away with clearly defined observation routines, actionable feedback cycles, and efficient meeting protocols that facilitate both data analysis and curricular planning. The goal is to create sustainable systems that enable ongoing instructional improvement throughout the academic year.

A past participant remarked, "Relay's Leadership Programs facilitate continuous learning, providing resources that are both effective and impactful. The focus on real-time practice significantly accelerates improvement, allowing leaders to make a positive difference in their schools."

This initiative is particularly timely as school leaders gear up for the upcoming school year, equipping them with essential tools for enhancing classroom instruction across their teams of educators.

Registration for these transformative workshops is entirely free. Furthermore, tailored experiences and district pricing can be arranged upon request, ensuring accessibility for all interested participants.

About Relay Graduate School of Education

Relay Graduate School of Education is an accredited, nonprofit higher education institution dedicated to empowering a diverse range of educators across the country—from aspiring teachers to system-level leaders. The institution is committed to ensuring that every student receives instruction from highly effective educators, thereby fostering a more equitable environment where all students can pursue fulfilling lives. Relay's offerings include graduate and certification programs, teacher residencies, and professional education initiatives grounded in both pedagogical theory and practice, all led by seasoned practitioners. Through flexible online and in-person programming, Relay helps foster a learning community among a diverse network of peers and supportive advisors.

To register for the upcoming workshops and learn more about Relay’s educational offerings, please visit their website.