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2023 Institute for New Teachers | Atlanta

The first few years of teaching in an independent school can be challenging. 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 […]

2023 Institute for New Teachers | Nashville

The first few years of teaching in an independent school can be challenging. 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 […]

2024 Advancement Institute

The SAIS Advancement Institute will guide you through the most effective strategies for cultivating major gifts, stewardship, planned giving, and more. Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned professional, this program will offer tailored instruction to help you […]

2024 Institute for Athletic Directors

A professional development opportunity for athletic directors from across the region. Learn alongside colleagues as you discuss leadership, communications, and best practices unique to the culture of an independent school athletic department. Take advantage of this focused workshop to discover […]

2024 DEI Institute

The SAIS DEI Institute brings together those doing the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion at independent schools. Sessions will offer best practices and strategic discussions for both experienced practitioners and other educators supporting this work.  Keynote Speakers Registration SAIS […]

2024 Academic Support Conference

This professional development opportunity is designed for those who offer academic support in an independent school. Classroom teachers, learning specialists, and directors of academic support are all invited to learn together about the latest research, curriculum, instructional strategies, and best […]

2023 Board/Head Workshop

Optimizing the Board/Head Partnership The challenges facing boards and heads are more complex than ever. A trusting board/head relationship creates powerful opportunities for the school to thrive and move forward when critical moments arise.  This workshop will discuss what heads […]

2023 Institute for Heads

Engage with other heads at this energizing and nurturing retreat offering thoughtful, nuanced conversations on complex issues facing heads of school. Expect conversations with other heads who understand exactly what your days are like. There will be humor, there will be […]

2023 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.  With three keynotes and two dozen breakouts, you’ll be able to find […]

2023 Capital Campaigns: An Immersive Workshop

The independent school advancement office faces issues and challenges that are different from fundraisers in other fields. This workshop is designed intentionally for development officers, heads, and trustees of SAIS member schools to build their campaign knowledge base, network with […]