National School Climate Center School Climate Leadership Certification

School Climate 101: Foundations, Spring 2026

The School Climate Leadership Certification (SCLC) program equips educational leaders with the knowledge base and competencies necessary to create and sustain a positive school climate. It emphasizes the importance of collaborative leadership in school climate improvement and builds capacity for developing a shared vision and effectively utilizing data and action plans to foster equitable, safe, supportive, and healthy climates. Our research-driven approach ensures that you receive high-quality, evidence-based training.

Steps to Starting School Climate 101: Foundations

February-June, 2026

  • Step 1: Register on This Platform

    Click "Register Here" below. Be sure to include the name of your school or district/organization information to connect you with other team members. PAYMENT INFO: You can either pay through the Thinkific platform at the links below or email [email protected] to be invoiced separately, and we will provide a registration link for you and your team.

  • Step 2: Answer Registration Questions

    Once you complete your registration, you will have have access to the Thinkific platform. On the Thinkific platform, sign up for small group coaching sessions (limited spots available per session) and fill out the welcome questionnaire.

  • Step 3: Preview and Be Ready for Class

    Check your email for a confirmation message with course details. Meet your instructors through provided bios, access course materials and get ready for your first class!

Pricing options

Select one option to the right to to pay in full, or email [email protected] to coordinate invoicing. Contact us to receive pricing for groups of 4 or more.

Scholarships

We are pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships covering up to 50% of the participation fee. Applicants will be evaluated based on their demonstrated need, professional goals, and commitment to fostering school climate improvements in their communities.

Click here to submit a scholarship application.

The deadline to apply for a scholarship is January 16, 2026. We are reviewing scholarship applications on a rolling basis. Award announcements no later than January 30, 2026.

Key Cohort Details

  • The Spring 2026 Fundamentals Course runs from Wednesday, February 25th - Wednesday, May 27th, 2026

  • Collaborate with peers in monthly skills labs designed to provide you with tangible, actionable information you can immediately apply in your work.

  • Join monthly small group coaching sessions focused on individual school and district needs and to explore questions on school climate and other topics in greater depth.

  • Engage in asynchronous modules at your convenience, led by experienced facilitators and subject matter experts.

  • Benefit from discussions, case studies, and Q&A sessions tailored to your interests and needs.

  • Access monthly Office Hours with NSCC coaches to explore questions on school climate and other topics in greater depth.

  • Complete a school climate plan through our online workbook and gather feedback from peers through our online discussion boards.

  • Bring your team. NSCC encourages team participation to catalyze sustainability and impact.

Course Schedule

Thank you for your interest in the Spring, 2026 School Climate Leadership Certification cohort. Each week, the course explores a different aspect of School Climate. The course is a combination of asynchronous content (videos, readings) and live cohort meetings/skills labs and group coaching. Below is the schedule of live Cohort Meetings/Skills Labs and Group Coaching Sessions (sign up for Group Coaching sessions will be available after registration, with each session limited to 4-5 people). All meetings and coaching sessions are held live over Zoom (link to be provided prior to the initial class).

  • Cohort Meeting 1 (Introduction to the Course): Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 1-3 PM ET

  • Group Coaching 1: Week of March 2, 2026 (select a date and time after registration)

  • Cohort Meeting 2: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 1-3 PM ET

  • Group Coaching 2: Week of April 6, 2026 (select a date and time after registration)

  • Cohort Meeting 3: Wednesday, April 27, 2026, 1-3 PM ET

  • Group Coaching 3: Week of May 4, 2026 (select a date and time after registration)

  • Group Coaching 4: Week of May 18, 2026 (select a date and time after registration)

  • Cohort Meeting 4: (Course Closeout): Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 1-3 PM ET

Course Starts February 25th, Enroll Today!

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Instructor(s)

Kori Hamilton Biagas

Course Instructor/Director, Education Prorgams

Kori Hamilton Biagas, M.Ed. is an educator, connector, truth seeker, master facilitator, and the founder of Just Educators. Kori has nearly 20 years of experience in strategic planning, policy analysis and development, instruction, coaching, and technical assistance. As an Equity Specialist for the Region IV and Region IX equity assistance centers, Kori managed large-scale, racial equity driven school district transformation efforts, led district and state leaders through policy analysis, coached state leaders through school climate transformation initiatives, and provided equity-focused professional learning opportunities at all levels of education. Kori specializes in addressing and resolving inequitable policies, practices, and processes in organizations related to racial equity and social justice.

Adam Jacobs

Course Instructor/Co-Executive Director

Adam St. Bernard Jacobs, Co-Executive Director, is an experienced peace educator. He has played a wide range of roles in local and national education nonprofits for over 20 years, from being the co-founder and Executive Director of an arts education organization in NYC to his current role as the Co-Executive Director of the National School Climate Center. He was also a member of the team that founded a community elementary school in The Bronx. Adam has an undergraduate degree in International Politics, a Masters degree in Peace Education, and a Certificate in Senior Nonprofit Leadership, all from Columbia University, as well as an undergraduate degree in Rabbinic Law from The Jewish Theological Seminary of America. He is also a performer for children, and was a regular on Nick Jr. and Chuck E Cheese TV.

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