Be at the Forefront of CHANGE

TORCH: The Academy of Politics is an education leadership training designed for aspiring candidates, campaign staff, and education advocates to learn what it takes to run a successful electoral campaign.

Apply for 2024 cohort

Be at the Forefront of CHANGE

TORCH: The Academy of Politics is an education leadership training designed for aspiring candidates, campaign staff, and education advocates to learn what it takes to run a successful electoral campaign.

Apply for 2024 cohort
Applications open

Be At The Forefront of CHANGE

TORCH: The Academy of Politics is an education leadership training designed for aspiring candidates, campaign staff, and education advocates in Baton Rouge.

Apply for 2024 cohort

About TORCH

Are you ready to be at the forefront of change? TORCH: The Academy of Politics program offers intensive training for those aiming to run successful electoral campaigns and reshape Baton Rouge. Immerse yourself in this unique opportunity, learning from top local and national facilitators.

TORCH: The Academy of Politics is an education leadership training designed for aspiring candidates, campaign staff, and education advocates to learn what it takes to run a successful electoral campaign and transform the power structures in the Baton Rouge education ecosystem.

Apply for 2024 cohort

Who is the Program For? 

Whether you aspire to run for local office, work on impactful campaigns, or champion quality public education, this program is your stepping stone. Ideal candidates are deeply connected to the Baton Rouge community, passionate about civic engagement, and represent diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Program Structure & Expectations
Commit to excellence. TORCH demands your full engagement in a rigorous bootcamp. Expect to immerse yourself in comprehensive sessions, complete challenging assignments, and access a vast digital library. Join us for an experience that will shape your political journey.

Application & Program Timeline

The application window for the TORCH program is open. Seize this opportunity to make a difference in educational leadership. Prepare to embark on an enriching journey of growth and advocacy.
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Important Dates
Application opens:
February 1, 2024
Application closes:
March 21, 2024
Participants Notified:
March 28, 2024
Program Dates:
April - October

Join The Next Generation Of Political Leaders

The Baton Rouge Alliance for Students Action seeks individuals dedicated to the Baton Rouge community who believe all children deserve access to excellent public education and are eager to become more involved.
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