Principal Leadership Institute

Applications

PLI Coaches are matched with partners based on availability and proximity. PLI coaches are typically in a different district than their matched partner.

For the 2026-2027 school year, we have coaches available in the shaded areas on the map.

Applications for the 26-27 school year are now OPEN! Use the link below to complete the application.

2026-2027 PLI Application Form

The Principal Leadership Institute is a two-year program focusing on developing the leadership capacity of principals. There are three pathways a principal can choose for a coaching focus – Distributive Leadership, Early Literacy (Science of Reading) Implementation, or First-Year Principals. Principal participants work alongside exemplary principal coaches using a Cognitive Coaching℠ framework. The program framework consists of a 2-day retreat, site visits, bi-weekly coaching sessions with principal coaches, regular networking sessions, and access to learning modules.

Leadership Matters

Principals across the state of Colorado are working in complex, dynamic learning environments and leading in times of uncertainty. Colorado needs resilient leaders who are skilled to lead through the daily challenges and increasing pressures of public education. Investing in principal coaching is the best way to ensure our leaders are equipped to lead effectively.

Theory of Action

IF principals can build systems that create a sense of collective teacher efficacy and a culture and climate that empowers staff,

THEN teacher retention and satisfaction will increase, and this will have a positive impact on student learning outcomes.

PLI Pathways

There are three potential PLI pathways that participants will choose from. Use the buttons below to learn more about the PLI pathway options.