ISCA Events

Chair Chat: Strengthening Board Leadership from Within

A facilitated, interactive sessionA strong culture of leadership is essential for building a healthy, high-performing board. In this interactive session, we’ll explore how to intentionally develop leadership pipelines, prevent leadership gaps, and foster a board environment that supports growth and sustainability. Through breakout discussions, peer learning, and guidance from our facilitator, Brooke Carroll, you will […]

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Board Chair Case Studies

Chair Chat for Board Chairs to practice managing governance challenges Board Chairs benefit greatly from practicing how to manage governance conundrums. In turn, they can then use these case studies with their own board to sharpen trustees' governance skills. Two fictional case studies will be reviewed and discussed: "Navigating Conflict of Interest at Brookstone Academy" […]

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New Chair/HOS Partnership Series

If you are a new Board Chair in 2025, please join us with your Head of School for ISCA's New Chair/HOS Partnership Series which is designed to help you and your HOS establish a strong foundation to your new partnership. This virtual program will convene on Monday, June 16th and Friday, June 20th from 2:00 […]

Chair Chat – Open Forum

Facilitated conversation for ISCA Board ChairsAs the year comes to a close, this facilitated session offers Board Chairs an opportunity to reflect on their biggest challenges and key learnings from the past year. Together, we’ll explore what worked, what didn’t, and identify areas for growth in the year ahead. This conversation is designed to support […]

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New Chair/HOS Partnership Series

This program is designed for new board chairs with their Head of School to establish a strong foundation to their new partnership.  Please see our program page for details about our New Chair/HOS Partnership Series This program will take place June 19 & 20 from 2:00 -  4:00 pm ET via Zoom.

Attracting, Supporting, and Retaining Female Heads of School

ISCA WebinarThe number of women serving in the role of head of school has increased dramatically over the past decade, from 36% to 45% (NAIS). In this session,we wil discuss key components of the Boards' role in creating a culture that supports and thrives under female leadership. Drawing on the collective experience of three current […]

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DASL Introductory Tutorial

Learn how to use NAIS DASL to generate reportsAll ISCA members will now have access to NAIS' DASL (Data and Analysis for School Leadership) as a new ISCA member benefit. You will be able create custom reports using customized comparison groups to assess how your school is doing compared to other schools in the areas […]

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ISCA Member Orientation

Join ISCA Executive Director, Bethany Di Napoli, to learn how to access all your member benefits. From navigating the members page of the ISCA website to customizing email settings, you will learn how to make the most of ISCA resources to benefit you the most.    

New Chair at the Table

If you are a new Board Chair or Chair Elect, please join us for this program designed specifically to help new board chairs have a successful start to their leadership role.  From organizing the work of the board, to establishing a healthy board culture, managing trustees and partnering with your HOS, this program provides invaluable […]

AI Oversight and Opportunity: What Boards Need to Know

ISCA Webinar 9.11.25 AI is transforming how schools operate—and how boards govern. In this session, Dr. Ashley Cross, CAE, Senior Director of Education and Content, will provide a concise overview of the current AI landscape in schools, including real-world applications from independent schools. We’ll discuss risks and explore how boards can incorporate AI into strategic […]

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