Northwest Association of Independent Schools

MAJOR NEWS coming from our Fall Educators Conference Steering Committee: we have a theme and keynote speaker! BLUEPRINT FOR CONNECTION: Building Future-Ready Schools As volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity increase, teachers face an increased need for resilience and adaptability. This year's conference will focus on how teachers can build community to support each other as we prepare ourselves, our colleagues and our students for a dynamic world. We're thrilled to announce that kicking us off on October 10, 2025 is author and scholar, Dr. Gholdy Muhammad! Dr. Gholdy will present "Cultivating Genius and Joy in Education through Culturally and Historically Responsive Pedagogies." Want to join us? Save the date, and consider submitting a proposal for a breakout session! Learn more at our website: https://lnkd.in/gcK_pGnG

Be a part of the program that has launched (roughly) a hundred independent school leaders! Emerging Leaders Institute is a year-long program that prepares aspiring independent school leaders to take the next step in their careers. Ready to take your next step? ELI applications for the 25-26 school year open in March. Keep an eye on our socials and your email inbox for application information!

If you're interested in working with NWAIS schools, the Business Officers Conference is your best opportunity! This premiere event is a great way to get to know our association and meet the people who play key roles in the operations of our schools. There are many ways to get involved, but time is running out! Our exhibitor reception is at 90% capacity and likely to sell out soon. Register today to save your spot, or reach out to Jami Sheets, our Director of Community Engagement, to learn more. https://lnkd.in/gVtygakM NWAIS Business Officers Conference April 28-30, 2025 Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston

You could say we're excited about the upcoming Spring Heads Meeting slate of speakers....but that would be an understatement. Register today to ensure you don't miss it! https://lnkd.in/gAKEQbrB

At NWAIS, there is one thing that will never change: we LOVE serving our schools. Through good times and challenging times, we can promise that our mission to help schools fulfill their own missions is central to everything we do. Whether that's through our insightful and enriching accreditation process, or through timely and instructive professional development, you can bet we're with you. Happy Valentine's Day to every independent school administrator, teacher, and student working to make the world a better place. We're here when you need us!

Our lineup for the 2025 Business Officers Conference just dropped - and it's a stunner! With topics ranging from strategic forecasting to staff retention to regional and national legal trends, could this be our best Business Officers Conference ever? Register today to find out! https://lnkd.in/gtPGbHyE

Want to learn and practice the skills to help navigate challenging situations in polarized times? Us, too! Join us next week as we kick off Case Studies in Allyship & Empathy: Building Your DEI Toolkit with Pascale Musto! This three-part course will explore the stumbling blocks that can often hinder progress by exploring scenarios that illuminate the pitfalls and pathways to success. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gWvGqyBD

Registration is OPEN for the 2025 Business Officers Conference! You won't want to miss this event with three days full of thoughtful content that will bring your business office policies and procedures in line with the latest trends and guidelines. Take advantage of Early Bird savings and register today! https://lnkd.in/gtPGbHyE

If you're planning on building a better board in 2025, you'll want to get these sessions on your calendar! Plus, make sure you're registered for tomorrow's session on Risk Management - as the education and political landscapes change across the country and our region, this topic is more important than ever. During this hands-on workshop, participants will go through a guided process in considering key elements of a risk management plan. People will look at the likelihood and impact of a variety of topics through the lenses brainstorming, analyzing, and managing. Everyone will leave with an exercise they can replicate with their own boards. Register here: https://lnkd.in/dxWwyUYr

We don't offer deals like this very often, so take advantage while it's here! Register three team members and get one more free. Together, you'll elevate your team over three sessions with leadership coach, Susanne Carpenter, and learn to align your visions to truly move your school forward. Register here! https://lnkd.in/gGqm-dY5