Make 2026 the year you invest in YOU

Fellow school leaders,

I know something about you.

You didn't stumble into educational leadership by accident.

You chose this path because you believed you could make a difference—create environments where students thrive, teachers grow, and communities flourish.

But somewhere between the vision and the daily reality, something shifted.

The overwhelming demands. The isolation. The weight of decisions that impact hundreds of lives. The constant feeling that you're one crisis away from burnout.

The landscape itself is shifting…with AI sure to bring changes none of us fully comprehend

No matter where you are in the school leadership journey, here's what I know:

Real leadership doesn't happen in isolation. It happens in relationship.

And that's exactly why I created the Flourishing School Leaders Community Cohort.

I'm gathering a tribe of visionaries, thinkers, innovators, and leaders who refuse to settle for the status quo.

You know who you are:

You're the seasoned veteran navigating unprecedented technological changes and wondering how AI will reshape everything you've built.

You're the brand new administrator still learning the ropes, desperate for someone to answer your thousand questions without judgment.

You're the mid-career leader carrying the weight of your school on your shoulders, looking around and realizing there's no one else who truly understands.

You're passionate, hopeful, maybe even a bit angry.

You're tired of the old ways and sick of the excuses.

You know that the next few years will change education forever, and you want to lead with purpose and clarity.

That's exactly the crowd gathering for the 2026 Flourishing School Leaders Cohort.

Here's the hard truth about school leadership:

And that’s BEFORE AI promises to change everything!!!

But here's what I've learned after years of leading transformational schools and supporting educational leaders around the world:

The most transformative school leaders aren't just brilliant—they're connected

The way through the loneliness of leadership isn't to tough it out alone. It's to walk together.

You need someone in your corner. A safe space to vent. A shoulder to lean on. A place to dream big without being told all the reasons it won't work.

That's why this cohort exists.

The cohort gathers live online once a month for 60 minutes of focused learning and collaborative problem-solving:

30 Minutes of Expert Coaching – Deep dives into the topics that address your real challenges and reignite your sense of purpose

15 Minutes Small Group Pair and Share – Get real-world insights from a trusted cohort of school leaders who walk in your shoes

15 Minutes of Live Q&A – Get feedback on YOUR specific situations and learn from the questions of peers who understand your world

We'll cover topics like:

...and many more based on what you and the cohort need most.

Every session is recorded, so if you can't attend live, you'll have access to the replay within 24 hours.

"I know change is coming. We are all worried about what AI means for education, and I'm looking for a human-centered approach to navigating it with my school community. I'm excited about what this group brings to the table. The price is worth it to have a group of colleagues I can talk openly with about this issue."
— High School Principal

"This community could be the difference between me staying in education or leaving. I need this."
— First-Year Principal

"I was about to leave education. Then I saw this and thought, 'Maybe there's a way to stay and actually thrive.'"
— Assistant Principal

BEST VALUE: Pay in Full — $500 for the entire year
Save $280—that's over 35% off! One payment and you're done. Easiest to expense through PD budgets.

Monthly Membership — $65/month
Flexible pay-as-you-go option. Cancel anytime with 30 days notice.

Either way, you're paying less than you'd spend on a single day at most conferences—for 12 months of expert coaching, peer learning, and practical tools that will transform how you lead.

Bonus: You'll receive a complimentary copy of The Flourishing School Leader's Field Guide to support your journey.

Passion alone isn't enough to transform education.

This work requires both the fire of a revolutionary and the wisdom of a scholar.

The anger that fuels change and the expertise that makes change sustainable.

You can be both a dreamer and a doer. A visionary and a practitioner. Hell-bent on change and grounded in proven practice.

That's what it takes to build schools where all students flourish.

The Flourishing School Leaders Community Cohort brings together educational pioneers and wise veterans committed to doing this work the right way—boldly, thoughtfully, strategically, and sustainably.

The group we're gathering is just like you: wild-eyed, hopeful, courageous, even a little nuts!

It's populated with established school leaders and daring first-timers. With those doing traditional things in bold new ways and those doing bold new things no one's ever heard of before.

It's a group of thinkers, practitioners, scholars, professors, thought leaders, and caring educators longing for personal growth and professional meaning.

Which means you will fit right in.

So here's my question: What if 2026 was the year you stopped going it alone?

What if, instead of white-knuckling your way through another exhausting year, you had a community of peers and expert guidance to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and joy?

What if this was the year you invested in yourself the way you invest in everyone else?

What if this is the year you felt inspired, hopeful, encouraged, uplifted, and supported?

Your spot is waiting.

Here's to making 2026 a year of transformation—together.

Scott Martin

P.S. Still have questions? Check out the detailed FAQ on the website