Professional Learning Calendar

In-Person Events

	Curriculum Symposium February 2, 2024 | Atlanta, GA (Crowne Plaza Ravinia) Discover the tools and insights needed to create impactful learning experiences that drive student success and foster continuous learning. Explore new pedagogical ideas, innovative instructional strategies, and transformative educational products.
	Women’s Leadership Institute February 2, 2024 | Atlanta, GA (Crowne Plaza Ravinia) This one-day event is an opportunity for women leaders to strengthen their skills and emerge with a renewed sense of purpose and unapologetic leadership.
	Academic Support Conference February 11-13, 2024 | Atlanta, GA (Emory Conference Center Hotel) February 9-11, 2025 | Charlotte, NC (Sheraton Charlotte) Classroom teachers, learning specialists, and directors of academic support are all invited to learn about the latest research, curriculum, instructional strategies, and best practices for supporting all learners in an independent school.
	Institute for Athletic Directors February 14-15, 2024 | Atlanta, GA (Emory Conference Center Hotel) February 12-13, 2025 | Charlotte, NC (Sheraton Charlotte) Explore leadership, communications, and best practices unique to the culture of an independent school athletic department.
	Advancement Institute February 14-15, 2024 | Atlanta, GA (Emory Conference Center Hotel) February 12-13, 2025 | Charlotte, NC (Sheraton Charlotte) Build your campaign knowledge base while learning how to manage challenges specific to independent school fundraising.
	DEI Institute February 15-16, 2024 | Atlanta, GA (Emory Conference Center Hotel) February 12-13, 2025 | Charlotte, NC (Sheraton Charlotte) Best practices and strategic discussions for both experienced practitioners and other educators supporting this work.
	New & Aspiring Leaders Institute April 14-16, 2024 | Location TBD Designed for school leaders who want to bolster their leadership skills and unpack the basics of how schools operate.
	Administrative Leadership Institute June 10-12, 2024 | Asheville, NC (Cambria) Practical techniques and real-life solutions for independent school administrators from Rob Evans and Michael Thompson.
	Institute for Administrative Assistants June 12-14, 2024 | Asheville, NC (Cambria) Discover practical strategies and resources for supporting an independent school administrator, division, or department.
	Institute for Heads June 17-20, 2024 | Asheville, NC (The Restoration) Engage with other heads and spouses at this energizing and nurturing retreat offering thoughtful, nuanced conversations on complex issues facing heads of school. Led by Rob Evans and Michael Thompson.
	Summer Conference June 24-26, 2024 | Asheville, NC (Renaissance) Connect with regional peers, learn from experts, and develop new skills as you focus on the environment, experiences, and programming vital to the growth and well-being of your school. Content is geared to division leaders, deans of students, counselors, heads/assistant heads, and others who engage in student support. Participating together as a team is encouraged.
	Institute for New Teachers July 16-18, 2024 | Charlotte July 23-25, 2024 | Atlanta The SAIS Institute for New Teachers provides guidance, support, and the opportunity to practice planning and instructional skills with a small peer group led by an experienced independent school educator. The institute is for teachers in their first three years of teaching at an independent school.
	Board/Head Workshop October 20, 2024 | Charlotte, NC (Sheraton Charlotte) An opportunity for heads and board members to strengthen collaboration on current challenges, identify common goals, and strategically plan for the success of the school.
	Annual Conference October 20-22, 2024 | Charlotte, NC (Sheraton Charlotte) Explore new strategies for success and learn about emerging trends from top-notch speakers. Network with leaders from schools of comparable size and budget and renew connections with colleagues in the independent school community.
	DATES & LOCATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE