For sitting principals
Principal Cohort
A 10-month research-to-practice fellowship that builds the capacity of K–12 principals to lead instruction and drive academic outcomes.
Learn more →K–12 Principal & Leadership Development
The Principal Learning Center builds the academic capacity of K–12 principals through a high-rigor, high-support cohort learning experience – turning research into the daily practice of leading instruction.
Now enrolling for 2026 · Cohorts forming for principals, aspiring leaders, and districts
Grounded in research. Built for practice.
The PLC movement
Figures reflect PLC’s current program model; network-growth numbers are illustrative of the vision.
Why we exist
Leadership is second only to teaching among the school-based factors that advance student learning. Yet too few leaders get the development their role demands. PLC was built to change that.
To develop K–12 principals and aspiring leaders into transformational, instructionally-focused leaders who deliver real academic outcomes – grounded in research and cultural integrity.
A generation of school leaders equipped to build high-performing, culturally-affirming schools where every student thrives.
Year 1 results
Interim data from PLC’s cohort of Memphis principals. Select a metric to see what it means.
Source: Academic figures reflect 2025 data and are preliminary.
What we offer
Whether you lead a building today, are preparing for the role, or are strengthening leadership across a district, there’s a path built for you.
For sitting principals
A 10-month research-to-practice fellowship that builds the capacity of K–12 principals to lead instruction and drive academic outcomes.
Learn more →For aspiring leaders
A leadership pipeline that prepares instructional coaches, deans, and teacher-leaders for the principalship – building a strong bench ready to sustain great teaching.
Learn more →For districts
High-engagement, high-rigor professional development focused on teacher practice and the academic strategies that drive student performance.
Learn more →Inside the core cohort
Impact in their words
Reflections from the principals who’ve lived the work firsthand.
“I have seen the most improvements with driving academic systems and growing leaders in the building. I have normally approached every situation from a cultural stance. Recently it has shifted to communicating academic data, trends, and systems with the support of specific research.”
“I enjoyed the time to reflect on data. Sessions felt valuable and relatable to the work done daily. Information shared can be implemented immediately, and we’re provided the opportunity to do so. I appreciate the research behind the methods versus just operating with world trends.”
“I have more clarity for the vision of excellence in teaching at my school while also being better able to communicate that vision. This growth has allowed me to hyper-focus on the largest growth areas and individuals, and maximize time to produce better outcomes.”
Guest facilitators
PLC partners with nationally recognized educators who join our programs as guest facilitators.
Author & National Education Consultant
Best-selling author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain, and one of the most sought-after voices on equity and learning.
President, McGraw Hill School Division
A national leader in education publishing and instructional resources, bringing systems-level perspective to school improvement.
Educator & School Support Fellow, TLAC Partnerships
A prominent educator on the Teach Like a Champion partnerships team, focused on high-impact instructional practice.
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