The Fellowship

The Building Excellent Schools (BES) Fellowship is not for the faint of heart. It’s for motivated entrepreneurs who want to start and lead their own urban charter school—not one that’s managed by someone else.

It’s for ambitious achievers who believe that academic performance drives every element of a school—and who don’t take any excuses.

It’s for determined individuals who believe that college is in the reach of every student—regardless of their zip code.

Our nation’s urban schools are failing our children, and we can’t afford to lose another generation of scholars. Are you up to the challenge of Building Excellent Schools?

Design, found and lead your own high-performing urban charter school through the BES Fellowship.