Professional Learning Calendar

In-Person Events

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) October 19-21, 2025 | Atlanta, GA (Crowne Plaza Ravinia) 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.

Academic Support Conference 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.

Curriculum Symposium February 11-12, 2025 | Charlotte, NC (Sheraton Charlotte) 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.

Institute for Athletic Directors 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 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 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 6-8, 2025 | Birmingham, AL Designed for school leaders who want to bolster their leadership skills and unpack the basics of how schools operate.

Women’s Leadership Institute April 9-10, 2025 | Birmingham, AL An opportunity for women leaders in independent schools to cultivate leadership skills.

Administrative Leadership Institute June 9-11, 2025 | Sarasota, FL (Westin) Practical techniques and real-life solutions for independent school administrators from Rob Evans and Michael Thompson.

Institute for Administrative Assistants June 11-13, 2025 | Sarasota, FL (Westin) Discover practical strategies and resources for supporting an independent school administrator, division, or department.

Summer Conference June 16-18, 2025 | Sarasota, FL (Westin) 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.

Early Career Heads Institute June 18-20, 2025 | Sarasota, FL (Westin)

Institute for Heads June 24-27, 2025 | Sarasota, FL (Westin) 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.

Institute for New Teachers July 2025 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.

DATES & LOCATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE