We are committed to teams. Many of us spend Friday night or Saturday afternoon rooting for our school’s football team. Likewise, if we have our own children, we shuttle them to their sports activities so they can be on teams. […]
Is it Time for a Quick Update or a Complete Overhaul? As we look toward the next semester, we’ve collected resources to guide your review of the student enrollment contract. An Enforceable, Flexible, Perpetual Enrollment Agreement? NAISDefining contractual terms, maintaining […]
At the one year anniversary of the development of the Head of School Database (HSDB), SAIS President Debra Wilson sits down with John Gulla, executive director of the EE Ford Foundation, to discuss the progress and use of the tool. […]
What makes some capital campaigns wildly successful while others barely hit their goals? Over their 18 years of experience helping schools meet their development goals, the Winkler Group has identified four essential elements for successful campaigns. A Big and Inspiring […]
Now more than ever, schools across the country are asking “how do we conduct emergency response drills within a school setting without traumatizing students and staff?” This can be a tricky balance. Recent events of school violence and active shooters […]
Happy November, Friends! This is one of my favorite months of the year, in no small part because this is when our area tries very hard to have fall. It is also when we collectively round the corner toward Thanksgiving […]
Along Wisdom Road, I have heard the following statements: “My parents valued education above all else.” “What farmers need is more free markets and fewer bailouts by the government.” “We welcome with open arms anyone from anywhere who is willing […]
The 2022 SAIS Annual Conference brought together more than 320 school leaders from across the region. Held at the Franklin Marriott just outside of Nashville, attendees spent three days networking and learning from each other and experts in the field. […]
This workshop will provide educational leaders with a clear framework for building mental health awareness, self-reflection, and empowerment in their students, thereby improving their ability to thrive in their lives in the long-term. Participants will learn how and why current […]
An informative, innovative, and comprehensive opportunity for independent school leaders to gather and discover proven strategies and emerging trends. Examine critical issues alongside colleagues from across the region. With three keynotes and two dozen breakouts, you’ll be able to find […]
