My Brothers' Keeper: A Retreat for Men of Color in Education
May 15 - May 17, 2026
Olney, MD
Retreat lodging at Courtyard Marriott Silver Spring North
Breathe. Strategize. Thrive.
My Brothers’ Keeper is a professional development retreat intentionally created by and for self-identified men of color in independent schools.
This retreat focuses on equipping participants with the skills, strategies, and networks that strengthen professional success and sustainability. Through interactive sessions and peer collaboration, we will:
By centering the lived experiences of men of color, this retreat offers practical outcomes for professional growth and cultivates the collective wisdom of our community.
This retreat focuses on equipping participants with the skills, strategies, and networks that strengthen professional success and sustainability. Through interactive sessions and peer collaboration, we will:
- Sharpen leadership and management skills.
- Build tools for balancing personal identity and professional roles.
- Expand peer-to-peer connections to foster long-term professional support.
- Learn practices for sustaining energy, wellness, and effectiveness in demanding school environments.
By centering the lived experiences of men of color, this retreat offers practical outcomes for professional growth and cultivates the collective wisdom of our community.
The retreat begins with dinner at 7pm on Friday, followed by an opening session.
Sessions will run from 9am to 10pm on Saturday, and 9am-12pm on Sunday.
Participants are expected at all sessions.
Sessions will run from 9am to 10pm on Saturday, and 9am-12pm on Sunday.
Participants are expected at all sessions.
Retreat Leaders
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