One of the most essential skills for a Board Chair is the ability to manage difficult Trustee dynamics with confidence, clarity, and composure. In this session, we will focus on managing difficult dynamics with Trustees. The emphasis will be on practice, using specific and common scenarios. Come ready to dive in and role play! What […]

Appointing a new Head of School is a pivotal leadership moment—one that sets the tone for the Head’s success and the school’s future stability. For Board Chairs currently engaged in a search, or anticipating one in the coming years, knowing how to manage the process and establish a strong, well-designed employment agreement from the outset […]

Renewing a Head of School’s contract is one of the most consequential responsibilities a Board Chair holds. While the process can feel transactional or complex, it is fundamentally an opportunity to strengthen the Chair–Head partnership, reinforce shared priorities, and ensure long-term leadership stability for the school. In this session, Board Chairs will gain clarity and […]