The LEAD Partner Portal
This quick guide shows superintendents, principals, counselors, coaches/ADs, and families how to navigate the portal, find the right resources fast, and support students through a complete, on-time application.
Universal Quick Start (All Audiences)
1) Check Eligibility & Key Dates
Use Check Eligibility (new tab) or the Quick Eligibility Pop-Up on the Partner Portal. Review the At-a-Glance Timeline for info sessions, application window, review, and notifications.
2) Open Your Role Tab
Go to Partner Resources by Role and select your tab: Superintendent • Principal • Counselor • Coaches/ADs • Parents/Students.
3) Download Your Toolkit
Use the Download buttons for letters, emails, flyers/posters, slide decks, and scripts. Use Copy Link to share files internally.
4) Attend an Information Session
Scroll to Information Sessions (Zoom) and select a date to register. Encourage students and families to join.
5) Apply (When Open)
In the Parents/Students tab, follow the links to: Application (Submittable), Video Interview, and Recommendation forms (coach + teacher).
Role-Based Guidance
Superintendents
Announce LEAD district-wide and equip schools.
- Download District One-Pager, Official Letter, and Email Copy Block.
- Share the portal URL and encourage staff to attend info sessions.
- Feature eligibility and dates in district newsletters and site.
Principals
Activate your campus quickly and consistently.
- Send the Principal Launch Email to staff and counseling.
- Post the Bulletin Blurb to announcements/newsletters.
- Use the Staff Slide Deck for a 5-minute staff huddle.
Counselors
Guide students through eligibility and submission.
- Use the Counselor Briefing Deck for a 10–15 min overview.
- Print posters/flyers for counseling centers and hallways.
- Create a list of seniors intending to apply; nudge for two recs and the video interview.
Coaches / ADs
Get the message to teams; reinforce deadlines.
- Use the Coach Toolkit (locker-room script + team chat snippets).
- Hand out the Team QR Flyer after practice; post in locker rooms.
- Encourage multi-sport participation and info session attendance.
Parents / Guardians & Students
Confirm eligibility and submit a strong, on-time application.
- Download the Student Checklist and Parents’ Guide.
- Join an info session for Q&A.
- Complete Application, Video Interview, and two Recommendations.