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SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  The Board and School Cybersecurity
DESCRIPTION:Join independent school cybersecurity consultant\, Marck Orchison\, as he guides board chairs through the complex maze of independent school cybersecurity. Mark will present the most current cyber threats facing independent schools and share how the board can fulfill its oversight responsibility and legal obligations in managing these risks. You will learn what metrics the board should be examining and questions to ask school leadership in assessing effective cyber risk management.  \nMark will share how you might respond to a cyber incident and what resources may be helpful to your board in discussing this issue. Actual case studies from independent schools will be reviewed and there will be ample time for Q & A. If you have a particular cybersecurity question you want to make sure Mark addresses\, you can email him at mark.orchison@9ine.com.  \nPresented by Mark Orchison\, Founder and CEO\, 9ine \n*Note that published event times are Eastern time \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-the-board-and-school-cybersecurity/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221129T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221129T080000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
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SUMMARY:New Chair Chat
DESCRIPTION:If you are a new board chair in the ’22 – ’23 year\, join us for our New Chair Chats that will be facilitated conversations with experienced board chairs. Connect with other first year board chairs\, discuss challenges you might be facing\, and find support and guidance. We look forward to chatting with you! \n*Note that published event times are Eastern \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-chat-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T090000
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CREATED:20221005T235808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T235808Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  Building Great Board Meeting Agendas:  Intentionally Getting Into the Weeds
DESCRIPTION:In this Q&A session\, governance expert Cathy Trower will provide guidance on planning for and building great board meeting agendas to ensure appropriate oversight and engage trustees strategically and generatively. The perennial topic of board meeting agendas requires us to get into specifics—what might seem “weedy\,” but so necessary—around such questions as:  \nWho should provide input on board meeting agendas and what is the ideal timeline for planning?  \nWhat are the guidelines for deciding on agenda topics? How should time be divided between important current issues facing the school\, cyclical topics like budget and head evaluations\, and longer-term strategic issues?  \nHow do you fit in time for board professional development and education?  \nHow might agendas vary between day school and boarding school meeting schedules?  \nWe hope you will join us in this deep dive conversation on these questions and come with your own agenda questions for Cathy! \nPresented by Cathy Trower\, President\, Trower & Trower \n*Note that published webinar time is Eastern time zone \n\nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-building-great-board-meeting-agendas-intentionally-getting-into-the-weeds/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20221013T195020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T195020Z
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SUMMARY:Chair Chat  -  For Chairs with a New Head of School in '22
DESCRIPTION:  \nDo you have a new Head of School that started this year? Join us for this facilitated conversation to discuss how transition is going for you\, your Head\, your board and your school community. Establishing support\, good communication\, trust and clear expectations are the important first steps of a new partnership with your HOS. Let’s talk about that and any challenges you may be encountering. \nFacilitated by Samantha Cross\, Georgy Ann Peluchiwski and Joel Kanter \n*Note that published event times are Eastern time \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-for-chairs-with-a-new-head-of-school-in-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221104T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20221018T014525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T014525Z
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SUMMARY:Chair Chat -  How Boards Can Support Their School Community from Microaggression
DESCRIPTION:At the request of one of our ISCA members\, this Chair Chat is being organized to engage in conversation around how schools are handling microagression towards BIPOC faculty/staff especially from parents. What has been the experience at your school? How can Boards work with Administration in creating a safe and inclusive work environment – from offering opportunities for education and training to setting policy. This conversation will be expertly facilitated by Dr. Pascal Losambe who will help Chairs understand the sigiificance of microaggressions in school communities and how Boards can play a role in mitigating these behaviors. \nFacilitated by Pascal Losambe\, Ph.D.\,Co-Founder\, Synergy Consulting Company \n*Note that published program times are Eastern time zone \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-how-boards-can-support-their-school-community-from-microaggression/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220929T191633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T191633Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA Annual Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 ’22 – ’23 year.  Please join us for this brief annual membership meeting. \n*Note that published meeting times are Eastern time zone \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-annual-membership-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T100000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220920T032217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T032217Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar: The Future of Education in a Globally Interconnected World
DESCRIPTION:In order for boards to govern effectively\, they must be knowledgeable about the landscape in which independent schools operate – including the educational landscape. Many independent schools are engaging in conversations about the future of education\, including the question of how best to prepare students for a complex\, interconnected\, and often volatile world. Researchers and educators are turning to new research around global competencies – the knowledge\, skills\, and dispositions students need to thrive and contribute as ethical global citizens. As schools consider ways to increase student development of these skills through various learning experiences and initiatives\, from connecting students with global partners to engaging students with local issues of global significance\, board members can support the school’s strategic thinking and innovation by staying current on the emerging research on the future of teaching and learning in today’s world. \nClare Sisisky\nExecutive Director\, Global Education Benchmark Group\nPostdoctoral Research Fellow\, Klingenstein Center at Teachers College\, Columbia University \n*Note that published event times are Eastern time zone \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-the-future-of-education-in-a-globally-interconnected-world/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T100000
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CREATED:20220908T021022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T021022Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  The Aftermath of the Pandemic -  A New Independent School Landscape
DESCRIPTION:The pandemic not only exacerbated some long-term trends that were affecting independent schools\, but also created new ones. Falling birthrates\, changes in enrollment by grade levels\, worker/teacher shortages\, and head turnover are some of the challenges that our industry faces. In addition\, the first half of 2022 characterized by economic signs of strengths mixed with recessionary concerns also brought uncertainty to the current school year. The presence of high inflation can affect family educational choices and schools’ ability to attract and retain staff. To better support the work done by the head and ensure the long-term viability of their schools\, board members need to stay abreast of the changing landscape and understand how these trends may be affecting their schools. \nPresented by Amada Torres\, Vice President\, Studies\, Insights\, and Research\, National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) \n*Note that published event times are Eastern time zone. \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-the-aftermath-of-the-pandemic-a-new-independent-school-landscape/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220819T080602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T080602Z
UID:2006-1663675200-1663678800@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:New Chair Chat
DESCRIPTION:If you are a new board chair in the ’22 – ’23 year\, join us for our New Chair Chats that will be facilitated conversations with experienced board chairs. Connect with other first year board chairs\, discuss challenges you might be facing\, and find support and guidance. We look forward to chatting with you! \n*Note that published event times are Eastern \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-chat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220725T213316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220725T213316Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  Creating a Support & Evaluation Process for a Head of School: The First Year and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a Head of School Evaluation and Support Committees? Hear from the Philadelphia School’s Board Chair and Head of School about how their Committee was formed 4 years ago\, how it functions and how it has been successful in providing valuable support to the Head of School by the board.  \nPresented by: Zachary Klehr\, Board Chair and Lisa Sun\, Head of School\, The Philadelphia School \n*Note that published event times are Eastern time zone \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-creating-a-support-evaluation-process-for-a-head-of-school-the-first-year-and-beyond/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220802T100000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220729T014025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T014025Z
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SUMMARY:Chair Chat -  Risk Management Committees
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow Chairs in a conversation about Risk Management committees. We invite Chairs who have Risk Management Committees to share their experiences with us as well as those Chairs who are seeking to form a committee and have questions. We will be addressing: \nRisk Management Committee charters; issues that are covered by this committee; how the committee organizes its work and helpful resources. \nFaciltated by Ron Wanglin\, Chairman of the Board\, Bolton & Company; former Board Chair of The Buckley School\, Sherman Oaks\, CA \n*Note that published event times are Eastern time zone.  \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-risk-management-committees/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220726T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220630T073825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220630T073825Z
UID:1976-1658833200-1658836800@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  Head of School Database  - A Vital Resource for Independent School Board Leaders
DESCRIPTION:The Head of School Database (HSDB) launched in the fall of 2021 to help independent school leaders\, including board members\, better understand the trends related to head of school placement\, service\, and tenure. The HSDB also provides resources and insights into a process that many schools only go through every 5-7 years\, those related to head of school transitions. Come join this interactive conversation to learn more about how the Board of Trustees can use the site\, the resources\, and the trends we are starting to see as more school leaders continue to share information and provide us all with a fuller picture of the changes we are seeing in independent school leadership. \nPresented by: \nDebra P. Wilson\, President\, SAIS\nVince Watchorn\, Executive Director\, NYSAIS\nClay Gibney\, Director of Technology\, SAIS \n\nPlease note that published event times are Eastern Time\n\nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-head-of-school-database-a-vital-resource-for-independent-school-board-leaders/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T110000
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CREATED:20220506T000042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T000042Z
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SUMMARY:New Chair at the Table
DESCRIPTION:Training for incoming board chairs!  If you are becoming a new board chair for the ’22 – 23 school year\, this training is for you to help you get off to a great start.  For program details and agenda\, click on the link below. \nProgram Details
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-at-the-table-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220327T031635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220327T031635Z
UID:1899-1652176800-1652180400@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  Organizing for the Board's DEI Work
DESCRIPTION:The success of any school’s DEI plan requires the thoughtful and purposeful engagement of the Board of Trustees who are uniquely positioned to advance DEI efforts. Determining the best use of the board’s organizational structure can be an important factor in the successful execution of the school’s DEI initiatives. This presentation will examine the critical function of trustee members and answer questions such as:\n· How does the board launch a DEI committee and should it?\n· What is the role of the DEI committee?\n· How should it be organized? \nParticipants will leave with practical strategies for immediate implementation that will positively alter the trajectory of all students\, particularly those from marginalized groups. \nPresented by Dr. Valaida Wise\, Dr. Valaida Wise Consulting\, LLC \n*Note: Published event times are Eastern Time \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-organizing-for-the-boards-dei-work/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220413T204235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T204235Z
UID:1908-1650970800-1650974400@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:Chair-Elect Information Session
DESCRIPTION:As you prepare to assume your new leadership role as Board Chair at the end of this year\, hear about how ISCA will prepare and support you during your first year as board chair. You will get information about our New Chair at the Table training\, our Peer Advisor Program and New Chair Chats for first year board chairs. Congratulations on becoming Chair! We look forward to having you meet your peers from across the country\, become familiar with ISCA resources and programs and begin building your support network as you take on these new and very important leadership responsibilities! \n*Note:  All published event times are Eastern time zone \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-elect-information-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T100000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220301T011304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T011304Z
UID:1889-1650531600-1650535200@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  Considerations for Head of School Feedback and Evaluation Design
DESCRIPTION:As Board Chairs and Trustees\, one of your most important and often least understood responsibilities is the feedback to and evaluation of your sole employee\, the Head of School. We will explore the “why and how” of timely feedback and thoughtful head evaluation\, and outline key considerations in designing a dynamic process that supports healthy board-head partnership and creates conditions for professional growth and support\, for both Heads and Boards. We will address important questions including: how to set goals and expectations; how and when to gather feedback; who participates in the process; how evaluation and feedback might evolve for new heads versus long-serving heads; and how to balance formative and summative feedback. Finally\, we’ll explore the powerful intersection between head evaluation and board evaluation\, and how an aligned approach for feedback and assessment drives a strong partnership. \nGreenwich Leadership Partners will lead you in a structured conversation to help you develop a process to carefully consider your individual school context and the needs of your Head and Board. \nPresented by Georgy Ann Peluchiwsky\, Partner\, Greenwich Leadership Partners \n*Please note that published event times are Eastern Time \n \nRegister\n 
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-considerations-for-head-of-school-feedback-and-evaluation-design/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220331T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220224T075516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T075516Z
UID:1887-1648720800-1648724400@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar: Board Guidance for Key Endowment Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to dive deep into the topic of endowment addressing the real and complicated issues board’s grapple with related to endowment. Regardless of whether you currently have an endowment or are considering starting one\, this webinar will offer useful guidance. Should your school have an endowment? How do you know if building on a current endowment is really the right priority for your school? How do you set endowment goals? What does a good board endowment policy cover? Bring your own endowment questions to this webinar for expert feedback. \nPresented by Herb Soles\, CFRE\, IAP-L\, ISM Consultant \n*Note that published event times are Eastern Time \n \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-board-guidance-for-key-endowment-decisions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220303T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220303T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220126T010932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T010932Z
UID:1874-1646301600-1646305200@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  Decision Making in Times of Uncertainty
DESCRIPTION:There is no shortage of sources of uncertainty in the world. Unfortunately\, many organizations find the overwhelming amount of uncertainty debilitating. It completely stymies their efforts to make decisions and move their organizations forward. By understanding uncertainty and the different types of ambiguity we face\, boards can take action sooner or at least make plans to act once the ambiguity is resolved. This approach accelerates decision making and enables boards and administration to position themselves for action\, gather the right information they need to make informed decisions\, and manage risks inherent in the decisions they’ll make. Join nationally recognized leadership expert\, Mike Figliuolo of thoughtLEADERS for this timely webinar and learn the principles of how to make strategic decisions amidst uncertainty.  \nPresented by Mike Figliuolo\, Managing Director\, thoughtLEADERS\, LLC. \n*Note that published event times are Eastern Time \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-decision-making-in-times-of-uncertainty/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220126T010453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T010453Z
UID:1872-1644919200-1644922800@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  Board Chair Succession -  How to Create a Successful Transition
DESCRIPTION:Your term as Board Chair is coming to an end\, and it is time to name your successor. You may or may not know how you became Chair\, but you do know that you want this leadership transition to be seamless and supported by both the Head and the Board.  \nWhat are the governance issues? What guiding principles help? What does a good process look like? Join us for this webinar presented by Lynn Wendell and learn more about how your Board can successfully transition to the next Chair as well as how to handle some common “tricky” situations.  \nPresented by Lynn Wendell\, Consultant and ISCA Board Member \n*Note that published event times are Eastern Time \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-board-chair-succession-how-to-create-a-successful-transition/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20220203T012952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T212452Z
UID:1881-1644231600-1654520400@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:ISCA Member Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow ISCA members for an open forum conversation on issues you want to discuss\, seek input on\, and share experiences about. Roundtable discussions will be held on the first Monday of the month from 4:00 – 5:00 pm ET\, February through June.  Sessions will be facilitated but not recorded. \nDates for the Roundtable discussion are: \nFebruary 7\nMarch 7\nApril 4\nMay 2\nJune 6 \nRegister individually for sessions. \n*Note that published event times are Eastern Time\n \nRegister\n 
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/1881/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T100000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20211216T201124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T201124Z
UID:1852-1643706000-1643709600@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  What Board Chairs Wish Heads of School Knew About Their Role
DESCRIPTION:Partnerships are stronger when they are built on empathy and mutual understanding. The partnership between Board Chairs and Heads of School (HOS) is no exception. Learn what ISCA’s own membership had to say about the unique challenges and pressures facing board chairs and what they want HOS to better understand about their role. This webinar will provide suggestions on how to forge a deeper\, more productive partnership between the HOS and Board Chair. Invite your Head of School to join you for this webinar!  \nPresented by Allegra Lawrence-Hardy\, Vice President of ISCA \n*Note that published event times are ET \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-what-board-chairs-wish-heads-of-school-knew-about-their-role/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20211207T094343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T094343Z
UID:1843-1641895200-1641900600@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  What Every Board Should Know About Bylaws
DESCRIPTION:A private school’s bylaws are a foundational governance document and should be routinely and systematically updated for compliance with applicable laws and best practices.  Bylaws will ideally include provisions on topics such as the powers held by the Board of Trustees; how trustees and officers are selected for their roles and removed therefrom; how Board meetings are called and conducted; steps required for the Board to act on matters brought before it; committee mandates; the Head of School’s role on the Board; how trustees can protect themselves from potential liability in connection with their service; and lessons learned from the COVID-19 climate. \nSara Goldsmith Schwartz\, Founder and President of the law firm Schwartz Hannum PC\, will facilitate a lively\, interactive webinar about how to update a private school’s bylaws\, including issues raised by the COVID-19 pandemic\, and how bylaws intersect with the policies required by IRS Form 990. \n*Note that published program times are ET \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-what-every-board-should-know-about-bylaws/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T111500
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20210913T070015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T005515Z
UID:1809-1638871200-1638875700@iscachairs.org
SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  Who Decides?...And How Do You Decide Who Decides?
DESCRIPTION:If your board and administration are bumping up against boundaries about what decisions are in the Head/staff domain\, whic are shared fairly equally\, and whcih are mostly for the Board to decide\, you are not alone! In fact\, where to draw lines between governance/Board and operations/management used to be simpler.  \nIn today’s complex\, and sometime chaotic world\, the lines are blurrier. Because the issues schools are facing are becoming increasingly politicized\, charged with emotion\, and potentially divisive\, there has perhaps never been a better time to think about and discuss who decides and how you decide who decides –the focus of this webinar. \nPresented by Dr. Cathy Trower\, Principal and President\, Trower & Trower\, Inc. \n*Note that published event times are Eastern Time \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-who-decides-and-how-do-you-decide-who-decides/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T100000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20211111T092105Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA Chair Chat -  Board Dashboards
DESCRIPTION:As an extension of the Online Forum queries about board dashboards\, this Chair Chat will allow members to share and discuss how to best use board dashboards and for what purposes. \nFacilitated by Georgy Ann Peluchiwsky\, Travis Warren and Matt Wojewuczki \nNote:  Published meeting times are Eastern Time \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-board-dashboards/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20210821T063549Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar: People and Perimeter - Defining School Safety and Security
DESCRIPTION:What is the Board’s role in ensuring that their school is safe and secure?  \nDelivering on your moral and fiduciary responsibilities to both protect people and safeguard assets is no longer just the purview of school leadership and the insurance carrier. In today’s reactive world\, learn how the strongest schools embrace an inside-out approach from the Board room throughout the institution. All of the related research shows that people\, process\, and protocol ultimately are the best defense. What can you do as a Board Chair to engage the Board and school staff in embracing the most effective\, manageable\, and people focused approach to comprehensive school safety and security? The first step is understanding the landscape\, the terminology\, and the recent developments that are part of this complex topic. \nWhat will participants get out of attending this session? \n● Comprehensive definition of school safety and security \n● Understanding the difference between risk management and threat assessment \n● The Board’s role in prioritizing a culture of safety and security \nPresented by Steve Mandell\, Big Back Pack LLC \n*Note that published event times are Eastern time zone \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-people-and-perimeter-defining-school-safety-and-security/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211029T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20210516T073427Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA Fall Governance Conference
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE –  October 28 -29\, 2021 \nISCA will be holding its Annual Fall Governance Conference virtually this year on October 28-29\, 2021.   Details on the program will be announced soon but please save the date so you can join us! There may be opportunities to gather together in small groups to view the conference  in your geographic region.
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-fall-governance-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20210822T164246Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA New Chair Chats
DESCRIPTION:If you are a new board chair in the ’21 – ’22 year\, join us for our New Chair Chats that will be facilitated conversations with experienced board chairs. Connect with other first year board chairs\, discuss challenges you might be facing\, and find support and guidance. \nDates for ISCA New Chats are: \nThursday\, October 7th   4:00 pm ET \nThursday\, December 9th   4:00 pm ET \nThursday\, February 24th   4:00 pm ET \nThursday\, April 28th   4:00 pm ET \nYou can register for any of our New Chair Chats by clicking the button below \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-new-chair-chats-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20210821T061849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210821T061849Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar:  Appointing an Interim Head of School:  When? Why? How?
DESCRIPTION:Every governing body should be prepared to appoint an interim leader\, whether it is part of a long-term succession plan or as a risk-management strategy. This webinar will start with the decision to appoint a short-term leader: When does it make the most sense and what are the potential costs and benefits? Then we’ll talk about how and where schools find interim heads based on their circumstances and timing. How does an interim search compare to – and connect with – the search for a long-term appointee? Finally\, we’ll share some tips for making the most of an interim’s tenure. What can a board do to maximize excitement and confidence among all stakeholders through an extended leadership transition? \nPresented by Jo Butler and Zachary White\, Butler/White Strategies \n*Note that published event times are Eastern time zone \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-appointing-an-interim-head-of-school-when-why-how-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20210913T215333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210917T050122Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA Experienced Board Chairs
DESCRIPTION:If you are a current Board Chair that has served 4 or more years in your leadership role\, join us for this conversation to explore what kind of programming interests and needs you have for this upcoming year.  Are there more advanced skills or nuanced topics related to governance and leadership that you would be interested in learning more about and what issues are you currently finding challenging to deal with as Board Chair? \nWe look forward to connecting with you and having you connect with each other. \n*Please note that published event times are Eastern Time. \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-experienced-board-chairs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T100000
DTSTAMP:20260410T103158
CREATED:20210821T052559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T045754Z
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SUMMARY:ISCA Webinar: Inclusivity in Fundraising -  The Board's Role
DESCRIPTION:A strong culture and a clearly articulated approach to diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) are essential\, in both the short and long-term\, if schools hope to achieve ambitious fundraising goals. As schools seek to advance their mission\, a focus on DEI is not only the right thing to do\, it is critical in motivating prospective donors and inspiring greater philanthropy. In that context\, how can Boards ensure inclusive fundraising practices at their school? DEI\, as it relates to fundraising\, can start with establishing values and policies that shape how a school engages with its constituents. How\, for example\, are fundraising practices perceived by different constituent groups? Given the inherently exclusive nature of fundraising\, how can the Board help to create both a culture of DEI\, and fundraising programs that reflect those values in support of the school’s mission and priorities? \nIn this session\, you will have the opportunity to ask hard questions\, to learn from your peers\, and to reflect on ways that you can lead your school that will result in more inclusive fundraising practices and\, ultimately\, greater philanthropic support. \nPresented by: Bob Weston (CCS Practice Lead\, Independent Schools)\, Polly Breit (CCS Vice President) and An Nguyen (CCS Vice President) \n*Note that published event times are Eastern time zone \nRegister
URL:https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-inclusivity-in-fundraising-the-boards-role/
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