Public Microschool Community of Practice

Program Type: Four-month facilitated community learning program

Geographic Scope: National

Getting Smart is facilitating a four-month Community of Practice for education leaders and leaders within public entities who are working to design, pilot, or expand innovative public microschool options. Grounded in the Public Microschool Playbook, participants engage in expert coaching, peer collaboration, and co-development of practical resources.

Target Participants

• Education leaders
• Leaders within public entities
• Those designing public microschools
• Those piloting public microschool models
• Those expanding public microschool options

Key Components

• Expert coaching: Specialized guidance from experienced practitioners
• Peer collaboration: Learning from other education leaders in similar contexts
• Co-development: Collaborative creation of a Readiness Companion to support others pursuing similar public-centered innovations
• Curriculum: Grounded in the Public Microschool Playbook

Deliverables

• Readiness Companion resource for public microschool implementation
• Network access and peer learning opportunities

Contact

Apply via gettingsmart.com for program details and enrollment

Application Process

1. Visit Getting Smart website and locate application link
2. Complete application form with organization and participant information
3. Demonstrate interest and readiness in designing, piloting, or expanding public microschools
4. Upon approval, participate in four-month facilitated program

Required Materials

• Organization name and information
• Description of current work with public microschools
• Leadership role and title
• Contact information

Program Commitment

• Four-month participation requirement
• Engagement in expert coaching sessions
• Active participation in peer collaboration activities
• Collaboration in co-development of Readiness Companion