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Joining CEI

CEI operates on a revolving cohort model in which school districts or Local Education Agencies join with a two-year commitment to lead and learn within our network. See below for the timelines of our next cohorts and sign up to be notified when applications become available.

Available Opportunities

Applications for Cohort VI closed on April 15, 2025. We anticipate opening applications for Cohort VII in early 2026.