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Leaders Lifting Leaders

A Referral & Recognition Program for Education Leaders

Customized Solutions

Our Mission

Studer Education partners with school systems to build better places to work, learn, and lead.

The Leaders Lifting Leaders program honors superintendents, teams, and coaches who share this mission by connecting and growing fellow leaders.

What You’ll Need

Know a district that could benefit
Share their info in our referral form
Our team follows up and shares resources

How the Program Works

Think of a Leader

You know your peers and their challenges. When you see a district struggling with retention, culture, or student outcomes-that's your moment to help.

Make the Introduction

Fill out our simple referral form with their contact info. We'll take it from there and handle the outreach with care and professionalism.

Watch the Impact Grow

Our team connects with your referral, shares proven resources, and explores how we can support their goals. You get recognized, they get help, and more students benefit.

Submit Your Referral

Complete this quick two-step form to refer a district leader or team that could benefit from Studer Education’s proven framework for educational excellence.

What Happens Next

We review your referral within 48 hours
Our team reaches out to the referred leader
You receive recognition based on engagement level

About Studer

Recognition Levels

Three tiers of recognition for your impact

CONNECTOR

When Achieved
Referral meets with our team

Recognition
Free event registration + Linkedin spotlight for you and your coach.

CHAMPION

When Achieved
Referral becomes a partner

Recognition
5 complimentary Studer Education resources for your district.

LEGACY

When Achieved
3+ referrals become partners in a year

Recognition
Invitation to an Excellence in Education Roundtable with Dr. Pilcher or Dr. Greco + website spotlight for you, your district, and coach.

Why It Matters

Every time you share your story or connect another district, you help spread continuous improvement practices that impact more students, staff, and communities.

“I also greatly appreciated the opportunity to network and engage in meaningful discussions with fellow administrators from across the country. The exchange of ideas and experiences added significant value to the overall experience.”

Assistant/Deputy Superintendent

DHP Chicago 2025

Who Can Participate

The Leaders Lifting Leaders program is open to education professionals who are part of the Studer Education partner network and understand the value of sharing continuous improvement practices.