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Independent School Graduate Programs

George Mason University – Education Leadership, Independent School Leadership Concentration (M.Ed.) The M.Ed. in education leadership with a concentration in independent school leadership is a 30-credit hour program offered entirely online. The independent school leadership concentration is a non-licensure path […]

2021 Annual Conference

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. Attend sessions that fill in gaps in your experience, converse with leaders from […]

SAIS Distinguished Service Award

Established 2012 in Memory of Dale Regan. Click here for a searchable directory of recipients. Since 2012, this award has been given by the SAIS Board of Trustees in recognition of a distinguished career in independent education, as well as […]

2020-21 Head of School Appointments

The following schools welcomed new heads to their campuses for the 2020-21 school year. Congratulations to these colleagues on their appointments! If your school has experienced a leadership change, please let SAIS know by submitting the Head of School / Substantive […]

The Stephen P. Robinson Collaboration Grants

Educators across the country have witnessed the incredible changes and challenges schools face in the modern era. We believe independent schools, with their ability to adapt and innovate, are uniquely positioned to find solutions and model new practices. Collaboration with […]

2025 Board of Trustees Nominations

Call for Nominations The SAIS Board of Trustees is responsible for the supervision, control, and direction of the association. The nominations process takes place each spring. View the current board of trustees. The call for nominations will close on June 14, […]

SAIS Motivation and Engagement Survey for Faculty and Students

The Faculty Motivation and Engagement Survey gathers direct feedback from educators about workplace culture, well-being, and the factors that shape their professional experience at your school. This comprehensive assessment explores what drives motivation, engagement, and purpose in the workplace and […]

SAIS Governance Health Check

The SAIS Governance Health Check will be replaced with the Governance Health Index. The new tools will be available in early Fall. Please contact Sheri@sais.org with any questions. The SAIS Governance Health Check measures how well the board executes on […]