Cohort 21: Leadership Lab - Conference of Independent Schools of Ontario

For aspiring leaders ready to explore, define, and grow their leadership identity

Distinct from the Design Lab, the Leadership Lab offers a deeply reflective and facilitated year-long journey into the development of leadership capacity, identity, and mindset. It’s designed for educators who may not hold a formal leadership title—but who feel the pull to lead, influence, and grow.

Facilitated by experienced leaders from across the CIS Ontario network, this Lab offers multiple entry points into the leadership conversation. Through guided exploration, personalized mentorship, and a rich toolkit of strategies and supports, participants walk away feeling grounded, inspired, and activated for what comes next.

Any CIS Ontario educator at any level is welcome to participate.

Learn More about this Commitment

Meet our three facilitators, who will explain the Leadership Lab, why you should consider participating, and who this professional learning experience is geared towards.

Season 14: 2025–2026 Sessions

Register for the Cohort 21 Community: Leadership Lab Pathway

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Registration for the CIS Ontario professional learning community, Cohort 21: Design Lab requires prior approval by your school. The cost of this professional development is $995 per participant, which CIS Ontario bills directly to each school in October.

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You are in our database as a member if you have a login to our member portal and CISO Connect.

If you do not, please fill out this brief membership form.