Indiana Charter School Fellowship

The application for the School Launch Fellowship is open. The deadline is Friday, May 9th.

Great Leaders for Great Schools

The Indiana Charter School Fellowship is a competitive, statewide opportunity for experienced educators and school leaders who are ready to grow high-quality public charter schools across Indiana. The fellowship supports the growth of new school models, replication of existing models, or expansion of existing schools. 

Fellows receive tailored support to design a school that meets real community needs, delivers strong academic results, and has sustainable operational and financial systems. Through one-on-one coaching, visits to high-performing schools across the country, access to expert partners, and protected time to plan, Indiana Charter School Fellows leave the program with a clear path to launching or growing a great school.

Whether you’re an established leader with a proven track record or someone with a bold new idea for what school could be, the fellowship gives you the space, structure, and support to bring that vision to life. As Indiana’s charter sector continues to grow, we’re looking for leaders who are ready to build the next generation of public schools—schools that are excellent, student-focused, and deeply connected to the communities they serve.

Qualities of an Indiana Charter School Fellow

School Fellows are experienced school leaders who have a vision for an effective, sustainable public school model for Indiana students. Fellows at The Mind Trust are passionate, experienced educators who are committed to leading a school that achieves strong academic outcomes for all students. Interested applicants should be able to provide evidence of the following:

  • School Leadership: Has at least 5-7 years of experience leading a school and team. 
  • Instructional Knowledge: Can provide data for schools under their leadership that achieved high levels of academic proficiency (i.e. proficiency rates that were raised significantly during their time as a school leader or proficiency levels that are strong in comparison to other schools serving a similar population). 
  • Motivation: Has the drive to launch a new school or expand or expand an existing network. Fellows are ready to engage with the community, recruit and hire school staff and board members, and work collaboratively with local partners.