NAIS Strategic Planning Project

NAIS Strategic Planning Project

The NAIS staff and board have launched a long-range strategic planning process. With so much change in the educational landscape and wider world, we’ll focus on how to best serve our member schools moving forward. Get details on how to engage in this process here.

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2023–2024 State of Independent School Governance

State of Independent School Governance, Part 2: The Head-Board Relationship

Learn about governance practices that support effective school leadership. Use the findings to make informed decisions and empower your leadership team with insights.

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NAIS Legal Advisory: The New Administration and Independent Schools

NAIS Legal Advisory: The New Administration and Independent Schools

Get an overview of some of the policy changes that may occur in the new administration, and how those changes may affect independent schools.

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Navigating the AI Revolution: Values Over Tech Trends

Navigating the AI Revolution: Values Over Tech Trends

Despite the constant influx of technological advancements, educators must be intentional and prioritize the enduring values of education over digital noise.

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Member Voices Podcast: Embracing AI in Education

Member Voices Podcast: Embracing AI in Education

Ben Farrell, interim head of New England Innovation Academy (MA), shares how his school embraces emerging technologies and engages students in shaping AI policies.

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Teen Leaders Make a Difference During Los Angeles Wildfires

Teen Leaders Make a Difference During Los Angeles Wildfires

In the wake of the Palisades Fire, five students used their community service experience to create the New Roads School Fire Relief Boutique, bringing relief to families in crisis.

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Understanding Parent Perspectives on Value and Affordability

Understanding Parent Perspectives on Value and Affordability

Striving for long-run financial and organizational sustainability will require school leaders to clarify and focus the school’s value proposition while avoiding trying to be all things to all people.

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Rethinking Tuition Resets for Sustainability

Rethinking Tuition Resets for Sustainability

The concept of lowering tuition fees to attract more students and increase overall revenue is often misunderstood. But it could be good for enrollment and long-term growth.

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Resources for Educators

Resources for Educators About the Conflict in the Middle East

We hope these resources can help school leaders and educators as they support their communities, restore a sense of security, guide students in understanding the conflict, and manage complex conversations.

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NAIS Career Center

Find the Best Talent

Talented teaching and administrator candidates are waiting to apply for jobs at your school. NAIS members can post jobs and browse resumes for free; nonmembers can purchase job postings.

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