Innovative leadership transforming Catholic schools

 
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Made possible through the support of The John H. and Cynthia Lee Smet Foundation, the Onward Leaders Program (OLP) is committed to the support and development of exemplary Catholic school leaders. OLP provides a unique one-year program for select resident principals from both within and outside of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles to develop knowledge and skills in Governance and Leadership, Mission and Catholic Identity, Academic Excellence, and Operational Vitality. Through professional development programs and collaborative cohorts, Onward Leaders ensure vibrant Catholic schools for present and future generations.

 
  • Catholic Identity

    Mission & Catholic Identity

    Administration and faculty are engaged in ongoing faith formation​ and extend that formation to every student so that they value and live the Catholic faith.

  • Academic Excellence

    Academic Excellence

    Administration and faculty exhibit professional competency and engage in ongoing professional growth so that every student masters all essential standards for every grade.

  • Operational Vitality

    Operational Vitality

    Administration communicates the mission, exhibits financial competency, and ensures present and future sustainability of the school.

  • Governance & Leadership:

    Administration governs and leads based on the principles and practices of excellence, ensuring the Catholic identity, academic excellence, and operational vitality of the school.

The Onward Leaders program offers:

 

  • Professional guidance from the Onward Leaders Director

  • One-on-One mentorship and coaching with a mentor principal

  • Collaborative learning environment

  • Authentic learning experiences based on the real needs of your school community

  • Competitive residency salary and benefits and a generous stipend to mentor principals.

“The program helped me understand the elements of organizational leadership and excellence from a Catholic perspective.”

FRANCISCO LIM, Cohort 4

 

Meet our Leaders!

We support extraordinary educators in becoming highly effective and exemplary Catholic School leaders in their school communities.