When answers to everyday questions are available within seconds at the touch of a button, educators are left questioning: How do we prepare students for an unknown and ever-changing future? Rather than teaching students what to think, schools that implement […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the role of leadership must extend beyond the boundaries of administration. Inspired by the work of Dr. John Eckert on collective leadership, Advent Episcopal School Director of Upper School Ben Burgess explores how distributed […]
From Little Red Riding Hood to Romeo and Juliet, we learn from a young age the power of stories. We cheer on the protagonist, weep at the loss of a beloved pet, and make meaning from the hero’s journey. More […]
Empowering educators is a strategic decision, and research affirms what school leaders know from experience: when teachers are supported, students thrive. At a time when independent schools face increasing demands and complexity, the most effective institutions are those that view […]
Resources for Building Community During the May Heads Virtual Roundtable, several SAIS school heads — through the lens of their mission and vision — shared valuable research and resources they’ve put into practice and the meaningful impact these efforts have […]
It All Starts With Your School’s “Why” Recruiting and retaining qualified faculty and staff remains a top concern for heads of school, according to a recent pulse survey. The onboarding experience for new faculty and staff sets the foundation for […]
4 Strategies for Implementing a New Family Onboarding Program As one school year ends, another quietly begins—with the arrival of new families preparing to join the community. The transition over the summer months is more than a logistical process; it’s […]
How Outdoor Education Programs Benefit the Entire School Community What’s one program that your school could add that would positively impact all of your students, as well as parents and your surrounding community? A program that would simultaneously support curriculum, […]
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 […]
Heads of schools share that retention and recruitment of qualified staff remains a concern, with 42.9% of respondents to the SAIS pulse survey indicate it as a top challenge. Following are a variety of resources specific to interviewing and hiring. […]
