Technical Assistance Offerings
Great Schools Colorado is committed to supporting the growth, quality, and sustainability of charter schools across the state. As part of this commitment, we offer targeted technical assistance designed to equip school leaders, boards, and operators with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive.
Our technical assistance offerings are grounded in best practices, real-world experience, and a deep understanding of Colorado’s charter landscape. Whether you're launching a new school or strengthening an existing one, these programs provide meaningful, actionable support.
Check back regularly for new offerings and expanded support opportunities coming soon.
The Colorado Operations Leader Fellowship
The Colorado Operations Leader Fellowship is a five-month professional learning program beginning in February 2026 that is designed to support charter school operations professionals as they grow their operations leadership skill set.
Through a combination of virtual and in-person training, individualized coaching, and project-based learning, fellows will deepen their operations expertise and strengthen the skills needed to lead high-quality, efficient school operations.
The program includes two full days of in-person learning in Denver, two two-hour virtual professional development sessions, regular 1-1 coaching sessions, and a Capstone project that allows fellows to apply fellowship learning to a large-scale project that advances their leadership development and makes a significant operational contribution to their school.
The fellowship is open to all Colorado charter school staff working in operations. This includes:
- Current operations leaders
- Operations teammates looking to take on greater leadership responsibilities
- Leaders at new charter schools opening in 2026 who own significant operations workstreams
This program is grant-funded and offered at no cost to participants, and multiple teammates may apply per school. The League is partnering with SchoolOps—a national leader in professional learning for school operations teams—to offer this fellowship.
Learn more about the Colorado Operations Leader Fellowship
- See this program flyer for more information.
- SchoolOps will be hosting a virtual information session on December 17th from 11-12 MST.
- Register for the information session using this link.
- You do not need to attend an information session to apply.
Apply to the Fellowship
- Application deadline: January 16, 2026
Spaces are limited! Complete this form to apply.
Leadership Institute – Foundations of Charter School Leadership and Administration
Program Overview
The Foundations of Charter Leadership and Administration is a charter-specific professional development and induction program designed to support school leaders—especially those in start-up charter schools—as they launch and lead high-quality schools. Through targeted training, individualized coaching, and a charter-focused leadership network, participants receive the tools and support needed to navigate the unique demands of the charter sector.
This program partners with Colorado’s Charter School Institute and meets the requirements of Colorado's Department of Education Principal & Administrator Induction Program, as the program is aligned to the Colorado Principal and Administrator Quality Standards. It combines professional development workshops, mentoring support, and a goal setting and reflection process to meet the state-wide criteria for approved Induction Programs. Find more information here: Principal & Administrator Induction » Colorado Charter School Institute