10.17.24In the 2023 NAIS Hot Topics report, heads of schools reported that of the challenges they currently face, “responding to conflict in and about independent school” was the second most relevant issue (following finding and retaining qualified staff). How can you and your Board support your HOS in responding to conflict within your school community? […]

ISCA Board of Directors meets with ISCA members The ISCA Board of Directors invites all ISCA members to join them for ISCA’s Annual Membership Meeting. You will hear from ISCA’s Executive Director, meet ISCA’s Board of Directors, learn about ISCA’s strategic initiatives, finances and formally elect our Board of Directors for the ’24 – ’25 […]

How to Ensure Your School's Future Through Exploring Joint Ventures, Partnerships and MergersThe increasingly competitive landscape for private-independent schools is widening the gap between schools that are thriving and those that are just surviving. At this challenging moment, boards need to be forward thinking and engage in serious strategic conversations that chart a path forward […]

A networking session for ChairsJoin your fellow Board Chairs to discuss current issues facing you and your board. Chairs will be divided into 3 breakout groups by general school type: K-8, K-12 and Day/Boarding. Each group will be faciltated by an experienced Chair(s) from ISCA's Board of Directors. This is a great opportunity to discuss […]

ISCA WebinarIn the current post-pandemic landscape, many educational institutions face substantial challenges in sustaining enrollment. What specific actions should the board undertake to comprehend these challenges thoroughly and implement effective solutions? This webinar will discuss the board's role in assisting your school with developing enrollment resilience strategies that are not operational but are mission-aligned in […]

A Chair Chat for board chairs with a new HOS who started this year.If you have a new Head of School who started this year, please join your fellow Chairs as we discuss how the transition process is unfolding for both you and your new Head of School. We will discuss strategies that are working […]

ISCA Annual Governance Pre-Conference SessionIn preparation for ISCA’s Annual Governance Conference, "Navigating Tomorrow: Proactive Risk Management for Independent School Boards," this pre-conference session will help Board Chairs understand the current independent school climate and the risks that have emerged as a result of post-pandemic demographic and economic shifts, the socio-political climate, and more. Attending this […]

Breakout groups with Peer AdvisorsIf you are a new Board Chair this year, join your fellow new Chairs to discuss how your transition is going at this mid-point of the school year. What is working well and where do you need support? There will be breakout groups so you can meet with your ISCA Peer […]

How you choose and who you choose matters.Great governance and leadership is a talent challenge: building teams and boards that succeed depends on the careful composition and continuous development of the people within them.  Join us for this webinar with Greenwich Leadership Partners (GLP) who will share why developing your board deserves far more attention, […]

ISCA WebinarIn this webinar, Board Chairs will gain clarity regarding which policies the board should approve, and which policies are operational and don’t require board approval. Independent school attorney Sara Schwartz will explore key Board policies such as Whistleblowing, Conflict of Interest and Non-Discrimination, while also highlighting the relationship among Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation and […]