The Partnership Process
Relay partners with organizations across the country to ensure their school and system leaders have the practical support they need to create responsive, effective schools.
Working hand-in-hand
At Relay, we care deeply about finding the right professional learning opportunity for every leader. We work closely with schools, school systems, and other organizations to:
- Ensure that you invest in programs that are the right fit for your goals
- Provide support as you select leaders to participate in Relay programming
- Provide data and guidance as leaders progress through their program
Schedule a call
If you are new to Relay, we would first like to discuss your goals, learn about your leaders, and answer your questions. Please complete the interest form and you’ll hear from a member of the Relay Partnerships team soon.
If you are a returning Relay partner, please complete the interest form to request a conversation about this year’s programs, and to ensure you’re on the list to be notified when seats open for the Instructional Leadership Academies.
Instructional Leadership Academies Only - Request seats
If you decide to participate in one of our Instructional Leadership Academies, the next step is to request seats through the Seat Request Form. Relay will post the Seat Request form for the 2025-26 program year in January 2025. If you have filled out the interest form in Step 1, you will receive a notification when the Seat Request form is open.
Instructional Leadership Academies Only - Select participants
If you have not already selected participants, you should implement a selection process. The Conditions for Effective Partnerships page contains helpful pointers, and we are always available for support.
Instructional Leadership Academies only - Finalize Agreement
Generally, partnering districts need to sign their MOU and submit a list of participants by June. Exact dates for the 2025-26 program year will be available in January 2025.
Programs begin
NPAF, NPSA, ILPD and Alumni Refresh participants will begin their program in June or July 2025.
Learn More About the Instructional Leadership Academies
Browse program experience, schedules, testimonials, and more.
Have Questions?
The best way to get started is to have a conversation with our Partnerships Team. We'll talk about your staff's PD needs and whether Relay's instructional leadership academies are the right fit. Please submit this interest form so we can get you to the right place!