Educational Leadership Doctoral Program for Montgomery County Public Schools

The Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Department of Professional Learning (DPL) is seeking information from agencies or institutions with the experience and capability to tailor an Educational Leadership Doctoral program specifically aligned to MCPS’ goals, context, and leadership development priorities. The program should include core elements to deepen candidates' understanding of leadership, systems change, and organizational support. The desired solution features include expanding and strengthening the district's pipeline of qualified educators, positioning leaders as "talent architects," providing candidates with access to an institution and academic experience that aligns with their unique needs, and promoting the retention of highly effective leaders. • The program should be tailored to MCPS' goals, context, and leadership development priorities. • The program should include core elements to deepen candidates' understanding of leadership, systems change, and organizational support. • The program should expand and strengthen the district's pipeline of qualified educators. • The program should position leaders as "talent architects" who can identify, mentor, and retain high-impact, diverse staff. • The program should provide candidates with access to an institution and academic experience that aligns with their unique needs.