Moving Beyond Evaluations to Comprehensive Growth Plans Independent schools are rethinking faculty growth and evaluation by moving beyond compliance-driven models toward approaches that foster professional learning, trust, and shared accountability. By uncoupling growth from evaluation, schools can establish clear expectations […]
The board members at your school are hopefully aware of their three major responsibilities: While these three responsibilities may seem relatively straightforward, in reality, many boards struggle, especially with what’s involved in setting the strategic direction of the school. A […]
A Look at School Mergers and Acquisitions As schools consider institutional sustainability, the idea of a merger or acquisition may come into play. An acquisition might be a good option for schools looking to expand – offering new grade levels […]
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Teacher Recruitment & Retention With Intention The landscape of education is changing — from AI integration to the rise of alternative educational delivery models such as online schools and microschools. During his presidential address at the 2024 SAIS Annual Conference, […]
George Harrison penned the sage line in his song, Any Road, “If you don’t know where you are goin’, any road will take you there.” What is true for individuals is equally true for boards. An effective board of trustees […]
Resources for Building Community During the December Heads Virtual Roundtable, several SAIS school heads shared valuable research and resources they have utilized within their communities. The topics discussed ranged from enhancing the student experience and exceeding parent expectations to respectfully […]
3 Principles to Make the Most of Your Parent Events Wouldn’t it be wonderful if your school’s parents and families completely understood your mission and vision? If they supported teachers, the administration, and the advancement fund? If they not only […]
