SAIS offers a strong and connected community, where meaningful relationships are formed with peers who understand the unique opportunities and complexities of independent school leadership.
There are a variety of opportunities for members to deepen their engagement with SAIS and peer schools, from attending in-person events and volunteering onsite to sharing insights through the SAIS Connect listserv or as a conference presenter.
Join an Accreditation Team
SAIS relies on experienced school leaders to make our accreditation process meaningful. Interested in serving as a visiting team member?
Submit a Conference Session Proposal
Our network thrives on the open exchange of knowledge and resources. We welcome session proposals from leaders and experts in independent school education for our programming, whether you’re part of an SAIS member school or not.
Advisory Groups
Your knowledge and experience make you an ideal thought partner in developing events that elevate the voices and work that matter most to school leaders. Contact us to learn more about joining an advisory group.
Volunteer for an Event
From welcoming attendees to serving as a session host, many of our in-person events offer opportunities to give back to the association while connecting with peers. Where applicable, select the volunteer interest checkbox when registering for an upcoming event.
SAIS Listserv
The SAIS listserv is your direct line to peers across the association. Whether you have a question that needs a quick answer, want to share a resource that worked at your school, or simply want to stay connected to what other school leaders are thinking about, this is where those conversations happen.
Innovation Fellowship
The Innovation Fellowship connects forward-thinking independent school leaders from a diverse set of member schools who want to do more than stay current. Join the SAIS Innovation Fellowship and co-labor with SAIS to shape the resources and frameworks that move our independent schools forward.
Board Service
The SAIS Board of Trustees provides strategic leadership, thoughtful governance, and steady direction for the association. Board nominations take place each spring, with trustees serving three-year terms.