Hello there! Turning the corner on the first quarter of the school year, I invite you to pause and reflect on a challenge your team is currently exploring, whether it’s a small improvement or a transformational shift. As you focus […]
In a recent Gallup/Walton Family Foundation study, teachers shared that, regardless of their level of job satisfaction, they are feeling burned out. The October 2025 SAIS Pulse Perspectives revealed that one of the leading causes of faculty and staff departures […]
Nationally, schools face an increasingly competitive and shrinking pool of qualified teachers. In March 2025, 42.9 percent of SAIS heads shared that retention and recruitment of qualified staff remains a top priority. Further, the September 2025 Trend Tracker highlights the […]
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The SAIS Board of Trustees is responsible for the supervision, control, and direction of the association. The nominations process takes place each spring. The SAIS Board of Trustees is pleased to propose three new trustees for the term 1/1/2026-12/31/2027: James […]
Hello there! As the rush of August fades into the rearview mirror, I hope you and your community are finding a steady rhythm this fall. Looking back, the opening weeks of school may feel like a blur of schedules and […]
When answers to everyday questions are available within seconds at the touch of a button, educators are left questioning: How do we prepare students for an unknown and ever-changing future? Rather than teaching students what to think, schools that implement […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the role of leadership must extend beyond the boundaries of administration. Inspired by the work of Dr. John Eckert on collective leadership, Advent Episcopal School Director of Upper School Ben Burgess explores how distributed […]
The School Community Feedback Survey is a comprehensive assessment tool designed specifically for independent schools to gather meaningful insights from parents, staff, and students. This survey captures feedback across all critical aspects of the school experience, providing actionable data to […]
