Microsoft Elevate School
By joining as a Microsoft Elevate School, your institution becomes part of a worldwide network of schools and systems committed to institutional transformation and confident leadership in the AI era.
Why become a Microsoft Elevate School
Connect globally
Engage with like-minded schools and leaders from around the world transforming education through technology - fostering creativity, collaboration, and future-ready learning.
Unlock benefits
Gain exclusive access to community calls, collaboration networks, exam vouchers, badges, and more.
Transform education
Help shape the future of Microsoft education products and programs, contribute to the vision of schools and students around the world, and elevate your school's visibility and role as a leader.
Start your Elevate School journey today
As a Pathfinder School, institutions are on a multiyear transformation journey that culminates with becoming a Showcase School. Schools go through the Pathfinder Path at their own pace supported by Microsoft and its partners.
How to become a Pathfinder School:
- Create a plan for teachers and students to use Microsoft 365 to enhance teaching and learning
- Complete the Pathfinder School application at the link below
- Connect with a Global Training Partner (GTP) to kick start your AI transformation journey
Microsoft Elevate School Pathway
Find the right path for your school and system
Pathfinder
Begin institutional transformation with AI readiness support.
Benefits
- Credly badge
- Community newsletter
- Exclusive community webinars
- School name on published list
- Quick start guide (incl. social/comms materials)
Showcase
Demonstrate excellence in technology integration.
Benefits*
- Access to community discussion platform
- In-person conference/event engagement opportunities
- MS certification vouchers
- Physical award (e.g. banner)
*In addition to the benefits of Pathfinder level
Beacon
Lead at scale with strategic AI and technology planning and implementation.
Benefits*
- Special recognition/spotlight opportunities
- Invitation to exclusive event(s)
*In addition to the benefits of Pathfinder and Showcase levels