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 […]

A facilitated conversation among board chairsThis Chair Chat follows an ISCA Online Forum discussion regarding board bylaws related to term limits for board members and officers. In this Chair Chat, we invite Board Chairs to share their views and experiences around the pros and cons of term limits and explore how boards can function at […]

ISCA skill building workshop for Board ChairsThis interactive skill building workshop aims to support board chairs in developing essential skills for navigating difficult conversations, building consensus and making effective decisions. This 2- hour workshop includes a 10 minute break.Workshop details:Clear structures and frameworks for navigating challenging conversationsFacilitation techniques specifically tailored for board chairsPractical skill-building exercises […]

Designing and Implementing a Sustainable Mission-Driven Faculty Compensation SystemFaculty compensation is in sharp focus as the world of work evolves in dramatic ways post-pandemic. How can schools attract and retain quality teachers with record numbers of teachers leaving the profession and colleges reporting declines in education majors?This session will explore how the board can partner […]

A webinar based on the NAIS 2023 - 2024 reportEffective governance is critical to the success of independent schools, but what does strong board leadership look like in today’s evolving landscape? Join NAIS researcher Amada Torres as she shares highlights from the NAIS 2023 - 2024 State of Independent School Governance report. This webinar will […]

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 […]

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" […]