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Emerging Leaders Cohort for Individual Contributors

The Emerging Leaders Cohort for Individual Contributors is designed for Individual Contributors (managers of self) that are aspiring managers. Featuring content from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, The Speed of Trust, and the Clifton Strengths Top 5 Assessment, participants will learn how to be an effective leader and better understand how to lead from their strengths. To learn more about the Emerging Leaders Cohort for Individual Contributors, please click here.

Eligibility

  • Individual Contributors (Managers of Self)
  • More than 2 years in your current role at CPS required
  • Shown proficiency in technical skills
  • Rise rating of proficient or above
  • Cannot have any record of professional misconduct
  • You can only participate in one cohort or external development program per school year. If you are accepted, this will count as your one professional development opportunity in a Lead with CPS program in Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

How to Apply

Application is available in the Fall 2026 Manager of Self Training application here.

Eligible Role

Central & Network Offices

Organization

Lead with CPS

Time commitment

4 full day session from 9am-4:30pm

Application window

Application open 7/21/26-8/11/26

Contact

leadwithcps@cps.edu

Cost

Participation in this cohort is a $1500 cost, covered by the Talent Office.

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