What’s one program that your school could add that would positively impact all of your students, as well as parents and your surrounding community? A program that would simultaneously support curriculum, leadership development, and after-school and summer offerings, while also […]
Invoices are emailed each June. Annual dues are on a July 1-June 30 membership year and are based on a school’s annual operating budget. For new members joining after July 1, dues are prorated by month. Annual Operating Budget Dues […]
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Heads of schools share that retention and recruitment of qualified staff remains a concern, with 42.9% of respondents to the SAIS pulse survey indicate it as a top challenge. Following are a variety of resources specific to interviewing and hiring. […]
As schools consider institutional sustainability, the idea of a merger or acquisition may come into play. An acquisition might be a good option for schools looking to expand – offering new grade levels and divisions, acquiring new facilities, or onboarding […]
The landscape of education is changing — from AI integration to the rise of alternative educational delivery models such as online schools and microschools. During his presidential address at the 2024 SAIS Annual Conference, Dr. Brett Jacobsen shared the 10 […]
Today’s independent school development professional is confronted with many challenges: raising annual fund dollars to support tuition shortfalls, building a major gifts pipeline for the next capital campaign, researching prospects, and applying for grants for major initiatives. The list goes […]
Compensation Strategy Independent schools face increasing pressure to attract and retain exceptional faculty while maintaining financial sustainability. As the education landscape becomes more competitive, schools should consider compensation models that reflect both market realities and institutional values. Through careful analysis […]
