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BOARD BULLETIN: THE BOARD AS A TEAM

It is a truism that the most talented teams do not always come out on top. Often, the team that “claims the prize” is one whose members support each other, utilize one other’s strengths, and minimize weaknesses. As Michael Jordan […]

ENROLLING DISPLACED STUDENTS TOOLKIT

SAIS encourages schools to adopt a comprehensive approach to ensure a seamless transition for these students. Guided by your school’s mission, vision, and values, we recommend leveraging the Enrolling Displaced Students Toolkit as both a current and future resource. The […]

AI AND ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY

With the many advances happening in the area of artificial intelligence, schools are using AI in innovative ways, both in the classroom and behind the scenes. Perhaps one of the most impactful ways AI can support students is through the […]

DEVELOPING CORE VALUES THAT RESONATE WITH YOUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY

For Saint James School, Service Learning Is an Intentional Extension of Core Values Independent school mission statements often stretch beyond student academic gains to focus on developing the whole child. Yet, shaping students’ character, while admirable, is difficult to measure. […]

OCTOBER 2024 SIGNALS

From Florida and Georgia to Western Carolina, Helene’s impact has deeply affected many of our school communities. I encourage you to continue reaching out and checking in with your colleagues along the storm’s path. Their leadership during these difficult times […]

SEPTEMBER 2024 SIGNALS

Hello there! As the August rush has come to a conclusion, I hope you are able to turn the corner and settle into a routine and rhythm that serves your students, supports your faculty/staff, and is welcomed by your parent […]

DIALOGUING ACROSS DIFFERENCE

At Cary Academy, Students Take Ownership of Facilitating Challenging Conversations For the past seven years, Cary Academy, located in Cary, NC, has been living out the school’s values of respect, integrity, and compassion through their “Dialogue Across Difference” initiative. Nearly […]

MAINTAIN TEACHER AUTONOMY WHILE ADOPTING AI SCHOOLWIDE

Lake Highland Preparatory School Develops Futurists with AI Plan Without question, the use – and sometimes misuse – of Artificial Intelligence is one of the most pressing issues of our times. AI is a rapidly changing technology that’s growing in […]

BOARD BULLETIN: ONBOARDING NEW BOARD MEMBERS

For your school’s board of trustees to have a productive year, both new and returning board members need to be well-prepared for the work ahead. While the primary focus of this issue of the Board Bulletin focuses on orienting new […]

PREPARING STUDENTS FOR AN EVER-CHANGING FUTURE

The Summit School’s Idea Shop Pushes Student Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Creativity In the heart of Winston-Salem, NC, the Summit School has spent the better part of the past 90 years recognizing the needs of the local community and rising to meet […]