About TrailBlazED

From launching your first microschool to scaling a thriving network, TrailblazED is your partner in success.

 

The TrailblazED Microschool Leadership Forge is a high-impact leadership development program built exclusively for microschool founders. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to grow, the Forge equips you with the skills, strategies, and community you need to succeed.

 

Because the truth is—passion alone isn’t enough. To build a school that lasts, you need leadership strength, sustainable systems, and the resilience to thrive in a rapidly changing education landscape. That’s where Denise and TrailblazED step in.

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The Challenges Founders Face:

 

Most microschool leaders are visionaries with big hearts—but the journey comes with hurdles that can make or break success:

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• Leadership Gaps → Passion doesn’t always equal leadership training. The Forge gives you essential skills in decision-making, team building, and conflict resolution.

• Scaling Challenges → Growing from one school to a network requires strategy, operational systems, and community trust. The Forge guides you step by step toward sustainable growth.

• Isolation & Burnout → Leading a microschool can feel lonely. The Forge connects you with a nationwide community of trailblazers for mentorship, collaboration, and shared solutions.

• Ecosystem & Network Building → Expanding beyond the launch phase isn’t easy. The Forge shows you how to form strong partnerships, attract families, and secure funding.

• Navigating Regulation & Policy → Microschools face shifting legal and compliance issues. The Forge keeps you ahead with advocacy insights and policy guidance.

• Resilience & Adaptability → The future of education is dynamic. The Forge builds leaders who can pivot, innovate, and thrive even when challenges arise.

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Why TrailblazED Works:

 

Denise Lever, founder of TrailblazED and Baker Creek Academy, has walked this road herself. She’s grown one microschool into a network serving 15% of her town’s K–8 student population—and coached hundreds of educators nationwide to do the same.

 

TrailblazED isn’t theory. It’s real-world leadership training built by a founder, for founders.

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Your Next Step:

 

You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. The difference between burning out and scaling up often comes down to mentorship, strategy, and support.

 

TrailblazED gives you all three.

 

Schedule a consultation with Denise today and take the next step toward building, growing, and scaling the microschool of your dreams.

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