Wisdom at Work Fellowship

Thank you for your interest in joining our 2026-2027 cohort of the Wisdom at Work Fellowship (WaW), a program of the Practical Wisdom Project at the Abigail Adams Institute.

Program Deadlines

Priority deadline is April 27, 2026.

Format

Five synchronous and interactive learning labs, with guided conversations and practical tools and resources.
Listening and coaching sessions to learn more about your school’s context and to work through specific challenges within and across school teams.
Surveys, focus groups, and interviews conducted within a Research-Practice Partnership that informs and shapes the program in real time.

Who can Apply?

Teams of 4-6 school leaders at schools committed to supporting character development and school community flourishing. Leadership teams must include school principals or heads of school with at least 2 years in that role and may also include assistant principals, deans, instructional leaders, and other faculty administrators responsible for decision-making that shapes professional practice and student culture.

‍We are seeking applicants who are eager to:

Deepen their capacity to problem solve as a team
Listen and learn from colleagues around the country
Grow in their understanding of practical wisdom, so they can model, coach and teach it to others
Engage in a Research Practice Partnership

Questions?

We would love to discuss your team's needs and and questions about the Wisdom at Work Fellowship. If you’d like to learn more or speak with one of our Network Liaisons, please email your query to WaW@abigailadamsinstitute.org.

Apply Now

If you are part of a network of K-12 schools and interesting in participating in the WaW Fellowship, please complete the online application form below.