National Association of Independent Schools

The NAIS Leadership Academy, previously called the NAIS Institutes, provides professional development tailored specifically for school leaders. Discover the new tracks available: Leading Your Growth, Leading for Influence, Leading for Climate and Culture, and Leading Modern Learning. Register by April 22 to take advantage of early savings! https://bit.ly/3XIw2UP #LeadershipAcademy #NAIS #IndependentSchools #ProfessionalDevelopment

NAIS President Debra Wilson talks with Head of School Jalaj Desai about leveraging AI to innovate Saddle River Day School. Jalaj highlights engaging students, staff, and parents to shape technological upgrades, including a cutting-edge campus building and enhanced family communication tools. Listen today! https://bit.ly/4l5L1m0 #NewViewEDU #AI #Podcast #IndependentSchools

Is anyone really a “digital native”? In the latest Independent Ideas blog post, an educator explores how some students may not be able to adapt to that characteristic, let alone thrive in the digital world. https://bit.ly/41XIB02 La Jolla Country Day School

"We must remember to periodically check in on students who struggle with perfectionism. Their ways of signaling for help may appear significantly different from what teachers are accustomed to, but that does not diminish the reality that they may still desperately need support."

"Rather than finding ourselves in a job that chips away at our energy, and then searching for ways to replenish it, maybe we should be focusing on finding a job that doesn’t do that in the first place. Alignment matters." The Pilot School

Find out what heads of school wish their board chair knew about the role of a head, in Independent School magazine. The Wyndcroft School

"Most teens feel pressure to get good grades; girls feel more social pressure than boys."

Dive into the world of independent school marketing! This new NAIS research report explores the roles of marketing professionals, with a particular emphasis on digital strategies, software, and tools. Read the report for details and key takeaways. https://bit.ly/4iH6obf #Marketing #IndependentSchools #Research

Plan your summer with the NAIS Leadership Academy! The NAIS Leadership Academy, formerly known as the NAIS Institutes, offers immersive professional development experiences designed exclusively for school leaders seeking to elevate their leadership. Explore the tracks and course offering here. https://bit.ly/3XIw2UP #Leadership #Educators #IndependentSchools

Discover how educators came together to create Co-Lab, a unique professional development experience that combines hands-on AI experimentation with collaborative discussions. Read this inspiring story of innovation and collaboration in Independent Ideas blog. https://bit.ly/4iDdo9g Sidwell Friends School Vail Mountain School St. Mark's School