Superintendent Launch gives aspiring, newly appointed and experienced charter school superintendents practical tools, experienced guidance and a trusted peer network to navigate the real-world demands of the role. Through a progressive 12-session curriculum, participants strengthen their judgment, build confidence and learn to make better decisions when the stakes are high.

Aspiring

Preparing for the superintendent role with practical guidance, strong judgment and a clear understanding of what lies ahead.

Newly Appointed

Navigating the realities of the role with practical support, trusted guidance and greater confidence in critical decisions.

Certified & Seasoned

Seeking peer connection, fresh perspective and an opportunity to sharpen their leadership practice.

Many charter superintendents learn this role through consequences.
This course exists so you do not have to.

January 27–April 28, 2027

Live Virtual | 12 Sessions
9 CPE Hours Available

Interested in Superintendent Launch?
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• Governance & Authorizer Relations

• State Law & Compliance

• Safety & Crisis Readiness

• Financial Accountability & FIRST

• Enrollment & Community Trust

• Talent Strategy

• Academic Accountability

• Special Populations & Operational Efficiency

• Continuous Improvement & Sustainability

• Policy & Political Navigation

Your 12-Week Launch

Week 1 — January 27

Opening Module
Terrain Orientation & Cohort Formation

Week 2 — February 3

Governance & Authorizer Relations
Understanding governance roles, authorizer relationships and effective superintendent leadership.

Week 3 — February 10

State Law & Compliance
Navigating the legal and compliance responsibilities of Texas charter school leadership.

Week 4 — February 17

Safety & Crisis Readiness
Preparing to lead effectively through safety issues, emergencies and crisis situations.

Week 6 — March 3

Enrollment & Community Trust
Strengthening enrollment, community relationships and public trust.

Week 5 — February 24

Financial Accountability & FIRST
Building financial awareness and understanding the accountability systems that affect charter schools.

Week 7 — March 10

Talent Strategy
Building strong teams through purpose, mastery and autonomy.

Week 8 — March 31

Academic Accountability
Navigating A–F accountability, STAAR, CCMR and the data that drives academic decision-making.

Week 9 — April 7

Special Populations & Operational Efficiency
Balancing responsibilities for special populations with effective, sustainable school operations.

Week 10 — April 14

Continuous Improvement & Sustainability
Building systems and leadership practices that support long-term organizational strength.

Week 12 — April 28

Closing Module
Integration, Commitment & Launch Continuity

Week 11 — April 21

Policy & Political Navigation
Understanding the Legislature, ISDs, vouchers, ESAs and advocacy within the Texas education landscape.

More Than a Course.
A Leadership Network.

Superintendent leadership shouldn’t be done in isolation. The Launch cohort is intentionally designed to create a trusted network of peers who share experiences, perspectives and practical support throughout the program — and beyond.

12 Sessions. A Year of Continued Connection.

After the 12-week course concludes, participants continue with monthly Launch Continuity Sessions for one year, providing ongoing connection, support and accountability.

Are You Ready to Launch?

January 27–April 28, 2027

12 live, virtual 90-minute sessions
Led by Michael Hooten + select guest presenters
Cohort size: 6–10 participants

Includes year-long monthly Launch Continuity Sessions
9 CPE hours available across six qualifying sessions