LFM Impact Series for Student Success

Learn from Leaders. Explore Promising Practices. Advance Student Success.

Across California community colleges, dedicated practitioners are driving innovative solutions to improve student success, advance educational equity, and strengthen their institutions.

The LFM Impact Series for Student Success brings these efforts to light. This interactive, virtual learning series showcases real-world projects, initiatives, and leadership strategies developed and implemented by LFM teams and alumni.

Leading from the Middle Academy participants.

Real-World Examples

Discover how peer institutions are tackling critical challenges and testing new approaches.

Leading from the Middle project team posing around their project.

Peer-to-Peer Learning

Connect with colleagues across the system to exchange insights and share knowledge.

Leading from the Middle presenters learning from each others' projects.

Actionable Strategies

Elevate promising practices that you can adapt to create meaningful change for your own students and community.

What You'll Gain

  • Real-World Insights: Learn directly from change efforts happening across California community colleges.

  • Adaptable Solutions: Walk away with practical tools and approaches ready for your local context.

  • Statewide Perspective: Engage in meaningful discussions on equity, student success, and institutional transformation.

  • Cross-System Networking: Build valuable connections across roles, regions, and campuses.

Who Should Attend

All California community college practitioners are invited.

This series is designed for faculty, classified professionals, counselors, administrators, institutional researchers, program leaders, and anyone dedicated to closing equity gaps.

(LFM Academy participation is not required—all are welcome!)

Upcoming Sessions

Join colleagues from across the state for upcoming conversations focused on leadership, innovation, and student success.

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