Practice-based graduate school preparing teachers and leaders to transform education nationwide.
Relay offers a continuum of educator preparation and professional development programs spanning teacher preparation, teacher professional education, emerging leader development, and experienced leader support. Core offerings include Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) with residency options, teacher certification programs, advanced certificates in special education, and leadership academies. All programs emphasize evidence-based, practical curriculum grounded in real classroom experience and continuous improvement through observation and feedback.
Relay's mission is to ensure all children are taught by outstanding educators. The school serves charter school and district teachers across multiple states including New York, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and others. Impact metrics show 96% of leaders in Instructional Leadership Academies report improved effectiveness, over 85% of educators report high-quality professional development, and schools partnering with Relay for educator preparation show 3-5x better student learning outcomes.
Relay operates on rolling admissions for Summer and Fall 2026 terms with early application encouraged for priority class selection. As a nonprofit, the school emphasizes affordability with an all-inclusive tuition model covering textbooks and materials. Financial aid options are available to reduce costs. Programs are tailored to state-specific certification requirements, with detailed information available for 12+ states.
All courses are delivered live online using best practices for virtual learning and community building. Faculty are highly effective PK-12 educators who share real-world strategies. Dedicated Managers of Student Success provide individualized support. The school maintains a Relay Library with full-text materials, books, eBooks, and journal articles supporting student learning and research needs.