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We are now accepting applications for our sixth cohort of district fellows. Deadline: Dec. 1, 2026.
About the application
The application contains five components, the two most important of which are the questionnaire and the letter of support. The application includes a description of the letter and a sample. The application components should be submitted via the online portal. Emailed submissions will not be considered.
Timeline
- March 2, 2026: Fellowship application opens.
- Dec. 1, 2026: Application submission deadline.
- Dec. 1, 2026-Jan. 31, 2027: Review period.
- Feb. 1, 2027: Decision letters sent.
- Feb. 12, 2027: Agreement to participate signed and returned to NLP.
- Early March 2027: Annual Fellowship Convening for Active Fellows and Alumni. (Optional for Cohort 6.)
- Early Aug. 2027: Introduction to fellowship program in preparation for the 2027–28 academic year.
Evaluation criteria
All applications are reviewed in full by a team of NLP staff members, which includes former classroom teachers as well as former district administrators. Some applicants may be asked to participate in a virtual interview. All materials will be assessed for the key qualities we seek in fellows of this program. These qualities include:
- Clear planning and vision around developing a permanent guarantee to news literacy education.
- Appropriate leadership participation and commitment.
- Commitment to civic engagement.
- Capacity to collaborate and provide unique perspectives.