The scholarship application process is open to all active building and central office administrators working with students in grades 6-12.
The theme of the 2026 tour is “Building Global Competency in Your District” and will take place in Panama, October 8-12, 2026.
Apply before 5/18/2026.
FCSA is pleased to announce our first Global Leadership Development Program Scholarship opportunity. A full scholarship will be awarded, sponsored by EF Educational Tours. This fall’s leadership development tour will take place October 8–12, 2026, in Panama.Â
To apply for the scholarship, click HERE.
Scholarship Opportunity
We are offering 1 full scholarship to participate in this unique transformational leadership experience. The scholarship recipient will participate in a 5-day program focused on building global competitiveness in district leadership, exploring educational innovation, connecting with the community, and building professional networks in an international setting.
Active charter school superintendents, network leaders (e.g., CEOs/Executive Directors), and members of their central office leadership teams are encouraged to apply.
What to Expect
During this experience, you’ll engage in travel-based, hands-on learning. You will explore cultural sites to understand the United States’ role in Panamanian history, analyze new trends in STEM while exploring Lake Gatun and visiting the Panama Canal, participate in environmental service-learning projects, and visit the Embera village to learn more about this indigenous Panamanian people, their traditions, and contributions to history.
You will also expand your professional network as you collaborate with fellow administrators, exploring the importance of global competitiveness for your district and community – all while discovering the rich history and culture of Panama. You’ll be traveling with a national cohort of 30 peers from across the country.
Past scholarship recipients have included school leaders from across the United States, representing states such as Florida, Texas, Georgia, Arizona, Massachusetts, and others.
For itinerary information, click HERE.
 To apply for the scholarship, click HERE.
Deadline: Monday, May 18th, 2026
Finalists will be asked to complete a virtual interview. Recipients will be notified on/around Monday, June 8th.
Questions? Contact Dani O’Brien, Senior Partnership Manager at EF Educational Tours, dani.obrien@ef.com, (786) 628-8584.
