ACTE National Leadership Fellowship Program

Applications for the 2027 Fellowship are now open and will close on September 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.

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2027 Fellowship Applications Open Now through September 15, 2026

Fellowships are available exclusively to ACTE members with a minimum of two years of experience in Career and Technical Education.

To be considered for the ACTE Fellowship, applicants must submit the following:

1. A completed application form.
2. Writing Prompts
3. Letter of Recommendation – State Executive Director
   • Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from the Executive Director of their ACTE State Association. Contact information for Executive Directors can be found in the ACTE State Leader Directory. If the state association does not have an Executive Director, the letter should be provided by the State President. If your state does not have leaders listed in the directory, please contact Colleen Kennehan at ckennehan@acteonline.org for assistance.
   • Applicants are strongly encouraged to engage with their state leaders early in the application process to establish a relationship and, if not already involved, to become active within the state association.
   • The letter should recommend the applicant as a strong candidate for the fellowship and may reference/describe the applicant’s involvement and engagement in the state program, and note why they would be well suited for participation in the fellowship, as applicable. Letters must be written on official letterhead and signed by the State Executive Director.
4. Letter of Support – Principal or Immediate Supervisor
   • Applicants must submit a letter of support from their principal or immediate supervisor. The letter must confirm the principal’s/supervisor’s approval for the applicant to apply to the program and recognize the additional workload associated with the program of work during the fellowship year. It must also acknowledge that, if selected, the applicant will miss school or work time to participate in required program activities. Letters must be written on official letterhead and signed by the principal/supervisor.
5. A professional headshot to be used for Fellows promotions.
6. Completion of the Program of Work, Financial Obligation, Online Comments Disclaimer and Antidiscrimination Agreements.

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For any questions or concerns, please contact Colleen Kennehan at ckennehan@acteonline.org.