Recruitment and Retention Fellowship 2026-2027 Application

The Recruitment and Retention Fellowship is a year-long professional learning experience for Human Resources professionals designed to strengthen system-level talent practices aligned to LDOE priorities. The fellowship intentionally builds a statewide network of HR leaders committed to enhancing the educator pipelines and improving long-term workforce stability across Louisiana.

The goals of the Recruitment and Retention Fellowship are to

align human capital systems to LDOE priorities by strengthening recruitment, hiring, and retention practices that support effective instruction and leadership;
develop HR leaders as strategic partners who use data to inform workforce planning and system improvement;
increase system capacity to anticipate staffing needs and respond proactively to educator shortages; and
build a statewide network of HR professionals committed to continuous improvement and shared problem-solving.

Please complete the form below to apply for the 2026-2027 Recruitment and Retention Fellowship.

Name*

First NameLast Name

Email*

example@example.com

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

School System Name*

Current Role*

How many years have you been in a human resources role? We encourage all levels of experience to apply.*

Strengthening recruitment strategies and educator pipelines aligned to system needsImproving hiring and placement to match high-quality educators to the right schools and rolesUsing data to forecast vacancies and guide recruitment and retention decisionsImproving teacher retention through onboarding, early-career support, and workforce stabilityAligning human capital practices to instructional priorities and system improvementStrengthening principals' capacity to recruit, hire, support, and retain effective teachersApplying continuous improvement cycles to recruitment and retention strategiesExploring compensation, incentives, or staffing models to support retention and sustainability

What knowledge, skills, or strategies do you hope to gain through this fellowship? How will developing these areas support your professional growth and improve recruitment and retention practices in your school system?*

Applicants must obtain a letter of support from their superintendent. This letter should confirm their support for attendance at meetings, reimbursement for travel expenses, and payment of $1,000 tuition by October 31.

Participants may request to cancel their enrollment before the first meeting by sending a refund request letter to the program manager. Once the program begins, no refunds will be issued.

Please upload the letter of support from your district below. *

By submitting this application, you are agreeing to, if selected, attend and actively participate in all meetings, readings, and activities associated with the Recruitment and Retention Fellowship. *

attend and actively engage in all virtual and in-person meetings associated with the Recruitment and Retention Fellowship; andSecure reimbursement for travel expenses and tuition through my school system