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NAIS -- National Association of Independent Schools As the largest association of independent schools, NAIS co-creates the future of education by empowe

Registration is now open for Thrive 2027!Join independent school leaders and educators from across the country, March 3–...
10/21/2026

Registration is now open for Thrive 2027!

Join independent school leaders and educators from across the country, March 3–5 in Baltimore, for three days of inspiring ideas, meaningful connections, and fresh perspectives.

At Thrive, you'll be inspired by our General Session speakers:

• No. 1 New York Times bestselling author and social scientist Arthur Brooks explores the science of happiness and why so many people struggle to find meaning today. Drawing on behavioral science and philosophy, he offers practical insights for cultivating a happier, more purposeful life.

• Bestselling author, journalist, and bridge builder Mónica Guzmán champions the power of curious questions and meaningful conversations to navigate division. Through her work with Reclaim Curiosity and Braver Angels, she encourages greater understanding, even when we disagree.

Register by Oct. 30 to save with our lowest Super Early Bird rates. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/4ejYcOk

There's Still Time to Save on Gather Registration! Come to Boston for Gather, where educators, administrators, and schoo...
10/20/2026

There's Still Time to Save on Gather Registration!

Come to Boston for Gather, where educators, administrators, and school leaders will come together December 2-4 to renew themselves, strengthen their schools, and engage across communities. Early-bird savings end November 4! https://bit.ly/4ywutJi

It's enrollment season. As the admissions team welcomes families to campus, here are ways to gather important informatio...
10/20/2026

It's enrollment season. As the admissions team welcomes families to campus, here are ways to gather important information from their visits.

"Enrollment success depends understanding who you are as a school, how families experience you, and whether your mission, program, and market perception are aligned," writes Lily Thompson of Lily Thompson of Lily Thompson Consulting.

Here are her tips to help your school get clarity:

- Start with the enrollment reality. What touchpoints are moving families forward?
- Examine the experience. What do families actually encounter when they engage with your school?
- Interrogate perception. When families explain why they chose you, what language do they use?
- Assess listening health. Are you attuned to outliers?
- Strengthen marketing and conversion intelligence. Connect your understanding to action.

Read more insights on how to make more informed enrollment decisions, in Independent School magazine. https://bit.ly/4hSB8bL

Rigorous learning can go hand in hand with greater accessibility.At St. Andrew's School, faculty are combining academic ...
10/16/2026

Rigorous learning can go hand in hand with greater accessibility.

At St. Andrew's School, faculty are combining academic challenge with learning support and sharing what they’ve learned with educators across school types.

Read how a faculty-driven idea grew into an annual professional development, in Independent School. https://bit.ly/3UoCdz3

10/15/2026

The head of Hathaway Brown School shares what experience has taught her about navigating loss, supporting a grieving community, and finding the strength to lead through the unimaginable.

Hear more, then read her article in Independent School.

What does true access look like in an independent school? For many students, receiving financial assistance is just the ...
10/15/2026

What does true access look like in an independent school? For many students, receiving financial assistance is just the beginning.

Find out how schools can help ensure that every student has the opportunity to participate fully in academics, athletics, arts, trips, and community life, in Independent School magazine. The Gunston School https://bit.ly/4jUasbP

10/14/2026

Looking for the right independent school for your child and family? Explore the NAIS Find a School Directory to discover which schools may be a great fit. You'll see options listed by region, size, learning styles, and more! https://bit.ly/4yDEncl

What happens when leadership requires not adding something new, but letting something go?The head of Oak Meadow Montesso...
10/14/2026

What happens when leadership requires not adding something new, but letting something go?

The head of Oak Meadow Montessori School reflects on a difficult decision to “prune” for the sake of long-term growth. Find out what the experience taught her about courage, trust, and the interdependence of a school community, in the Independent Ideas blog. https://bit.ly/4z5SdFr

The families in your community may be changing. Is your enrollment strategy changing with them?In Independent School mag...
10/13/2026

The families in your community may be changing. Is your enrollment strategy changing with them?

In Independent School magazine, the director of enrollment, marketing, and strategy at Nichols School shares how the school moved beyond historical patterns to gain a clearer understanding of today's families. Find out how they used data, market insights, and intentional planning to strengthened enrollment and better serve students. https://bit.ly/4juYF3A

10/12/2026

Are today’s students learning differently or thinking differently?

In this episode of New View EDU, NAIS President Debra P. Wilson talks with neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath - PhD, MEd about his new book, The Digital Delusion, and the growing body of research examining how technology is shaping student learning, memory, and cognitive development.

Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on what students may need most in a digital world. https://apple.co/3rA5p3i

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National Association Of Independent Schools
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