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# ISCA

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## Posts

- [Trends in Head and Faculty Retention](https://iscachairs.org/trends-in-head-and-faculty-retention/) - On Tuesday, we heard from Amada Torres of NAIS about the recent and concerning trends impacting faculty and school leadership. The slides below are from Amada's presentation and underlines the need for boards to understand and develop strategies to support the retention of faculty and administration. To view the webinar recording and view the complete
- [November 2021](https://iscachairs.org/november-2021/) - Member Query: 1. Is the board’s ‘committee on trustees’ or ‘Governance committee’ the best committee to identify and plan for the board’s professional development needs? Should this committee also be recommending board/committee structure or does that come from board leadership - Chair with HOS, Exec Comm? Reply from Cathy Trower: If you have a
- [October 2021](https://iscachairs.org/october-2021/) - Member Query: As a brand new Chair & relatively new trustee (in my 3rd year), I’m still striving to get my head around who owns which school policies. Some are clear: Investment policy & capital expenditure policy belong to the board. It’s less clear where responsibility lies for things like anti-bullying policy or student conduct
- [August 2021](https://iscachairs.org/august-2021/) - Member Query: When it comes to strategic decisions (branding, summer offerings, marketing strategies, etc ) do other Boards have an approval process or process map to understand who owns what work and which decisions need signoff from either the specific Board Committee, the full Board of Trustees, or both? If the decision is strategic in
- [May 2021](https://iscachairs.org/may-2021/) - Member Query: How do you best handle parents requesting to attend board meetings Unfortunately, there is no universal answer to the question of whether parents can attend board meetings. According to Caryn Pass, at Venable, LLP, it depends on the state statutes, your board’s bylaws and whether your school is a membership or non-membership organization.
- [April 2021](https://iscachairs.org/april-2021/) - Member query: Can you describe when, if ever, it might be appropriate for a school to have their HOS serve as a voting member of their board? NAIS data show that approximately 20% of independent schools have their HOS as a voting board member, so they must have determined this as appropriate. Reply from
- [March 2021](https://iscachairs.org/march-2021/) - Member query: SITUATION: Our board has term limits: trustees may serve three 3-year terms, and there is an allowance for a 10th year for a sitting board chair. We also have a very deliberate board chair succession process, where the individual serves as an EVP for a year, board chair for three, and a final
- [February 2021](https://iscachairs.org/february-2021/) - Member query: We are thinking of creating an advisory board to engage some of our larger donors and others in our region. What are some of the issues we need to think through? Reply from Cathy Trower: Advisory boards to engage donors and others in your region can be a great idea. While I
- [January 2021](https://iscachairs.org/january-2021/) - Member query: What role, if any, should the Head of School have in partnership with the Board Chair or Committee on Trustees in the vetting, interviewing or selecting of potential trustees? What is best practices and good governance? Reply from Cathy Trower: My opinion is that the Head of School should actively engage with
- [December 2020](https://iscachairs.org/december-2020/) - Member query: Can you provide guidance to Board Chairs on how to conduct appropriate succession planning for board officer positions? Reply from Cathy Trower: My advice starts with the obvious – have a plan. This means being intentional and transparent. Do not leave board officer selection to chance. Boards do not leave Head succession
- [November 2020](https://iscachairs.org/november-2020/) - Member query: Our by-laws state that the Board Chair is not eligible to serve on the Governance Committee. Our new HOS and I (a new Board Chair) are confused about this. Is it best practice? What is the role of the Board Chair and the Head of School on a Governance Committee/Committee on Trustees? Are
- [October 2020](https://iscachairs.org/october-2020/) - Member query: I am interested in understanding how schools define the role of Trustee Emeriti, including selection criteria, expectations/ responsibilities, giving, access to information, access to school leaders, meeting attendance, if any, and importantly what do schools view as the “value” of such a group?” Reply from Cathy Trower: One of my favorite resources
- [September 2020](https://iscachairs.org/september-2020/) - Member query: Should the Board Chair should be ex-officio on the Search Committee (committee doing a search for a new head of school)? Or is it ok for the Board Chair to be a full voting member of the Search Committee? Reply from Cathy Trower: My view is that the Board Chair should be
- [June 2020](https://iscachairs.org/june-2020/) - Member query: What is the best process to receive feedback on the performance of the Board Chair? What are the best questions to be asked of the board and/or HOS? Reply from Cathy Trower: If I had to name a “best” process to receive feedback on the performance of the Board Chair, it would
- [May 2020](https://iscachairs.org/may-2020/) - Member query: How should the Governance Committee and the Board of Trustees go about conducting the Head of School's annual performance review, analyzing compensation benchmarking data, and setting compensation this year? As you know, HOS goals agreed upon at the beginning of the year are not all attainable, the HOS has shifted priorities to respond
- [March 2020](https://iscachairs.org/march-2020/) - Member query: Given recent ISCA online conversations about schools and the evolving COVID-19 situation, please advise Board Chairs on how the Board can act appropriately as ‘partners in leadership’ if schools are contemplating any of the scenarios listed below that are self-directed vs instructed from government officials. There are potential legal implications to some of
- [February 2020](https://iscachairs.org/february-2020/) - Member query: The 2018 NAIS Governance Study indicates that 87% of Heads of School and 97% of Board Chairs rate “guiding and supporting the Head of School” as very or extremely important. 67% of Heads indicate Boards do that very well or extremely well whereas 83% of Board Chairs indicate the same. In the NAIS
- [January 2020](https://iscachairs.org/january-2020/) - Member query: What is your opinion about formally naming or voting in a Chair Elect 1 year before transition? Are there disadvantages to this? How much should the Chair-Elect shadow the Chair in all meetings? Reply from Cathy Trower: My opinion is that this is a good practice. The primary disadvantage is if the
- [December 2019](https://iscachairs.org/december-2019/) - Member query: Please describe the board’s role in Head of School succession planning Reply from Cathy Trower: Harvard sociologist, David Reisman, once said that a board’s job is to protect an organization’s future from the present. This statement reminds us that the needs of today, without doubt, can be pressing and sometimes urgent, but
- [November 2019](https://iscachairs.org/november-2019/) - Member query: How can boards get themselves out of the weeds and back to the strategic level after a HOS transition where the board needs to be more involved and getting ready for the new HOS? Reply from Cathy Trower: Let me begin with two basic assumptions: The new HOS was chosen as the
- [October 2019](https://iscachairs.org/october-2019/) - Member query: What are best practices around DEI board committees? Should we have them? Reply from Cathy Trower: I believe it is essential to engage the board in matters of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) for many reasons, perhaps most importantly these four: The board sits at the top of the organization and has
- [May 2019](https://iscachairs.org/may-2019/) - Member query: Should Board Chairs be evaluated by their Board and how? Reply from Cathy Trower: I firmly believe that board chairs should be evaluated and should welcome feedback. As the Chair of the BoardSource Board, I get feedback after every meeting. Board members are asked these questions (along with several others about the
- [March 2019](https://iscachairs.org/march-2019/) - Member query: Given that Boards have an important role in assuring a healthy school culture, is there an appropriate role for Boards to play in creating and/or viewing the results of exit interviews of departing faculty and staff? What process do you recommend? Imagine the scenario where there was a significant increase in faculty turnover,
- [February 2019](https://iscachairs.org/february-2019/) - Member query: What are the top three topics that must be discussed as part of a new board member orientation process? Are there best practices around how and when to incorporate governance training into the board's yearly schedule of meetings? What is the minimum number of hours that should be spent discussing governance? Reply
- [January 2019](https://iscachairs.org/january-2019/) - Member query: How common is it to have an Executive Committee of the board and what are its most important roles? Reply from Cathy Trower: A 2005 report from NAIS says that “practically all school boards (98 percent) include a finance committee and a development committee (94 percent). The overwhelming majority (at least eight-in-10)
- [December 2018](https://iscachairs.org/december-2018/) - Member query: When planning and commencing a search for a new Head of School, what are your top five "Do's" and top five "Don'ts”? Reply from Cathy Trower: Keep in mind that planning and commencing a search for a new Head of School is as much about the Board as it is the potential
- [November 2018](https://iscachairs.org/november-2018/) - Member query: Does the Board have a role in creating/approving the school’s disciplinary policies? If so, what role would the Board play? Reply from Cathy Trower: School disciplinary matters are best left to the administration; the Board should never be involved in the disciplinary decisions of students. However, it’s conceivable that a school may
- [October 2018](https://iscachairs.org/october-2018/) - Member query: Our Nominations and Governance Committee is interested in exploring different models for board chair succession. We would benefit from seeing position descriptions for vice chair or chair-elect, as well as hearing about the benefits and challenges of these different models. Our current officers of the board are chair, secretary, and treasurer. All officers
- [September 2018](https://iscachairs.org/september-2018/) - Member query: As we work on writing goals for our head for the upcoming year, we are struggling with articulating a measurable goal for our head that does not create unintended consequences (such as acceptance of students who are not a good fit). If you have any suggestions, would you please share them? We also

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- [Resources Related to Federal Executive Orders](https://iscachairs.org/user-dashboard/resources-related-to-federal-executive-orders/) - NY Times Article: Judge Halts White House Effort to Defund Schools with DEI Programs 8.14.25 Read Article NAIS Legal Advisory: "Immigration Issues for Independent Schools" 6.9.25 Read Legal Advisory NAIS login required NAIS Legal Advisory: "The US Dept of Education and Private Schools" 3.20.25 Read Legal Advisory *NAIS login required Executive Order to Close the
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## Schools

- [Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/hillel-day-school-of-metropolitan-detroit/)
- [Hill Top Preparatory School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/hill-top-preparatory-school/)
- [Escuela Bilingüe Internacional](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/escuela-bilingue-internacional/)
- [The Park School of Baltimore](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-park-school-of-baltimore/)
- [Sonoma Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/sonoma-country-day-school/)
- [The Overlake School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-overlake-school/)
- [Mounds Park Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/mounds-park-academy/)
- [Alta Vista School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/alta-vista-school/)
- [Marshall School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/marshall-school/)
- [Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/saul-mirowitz-jewish-community-school/)
- [The Pegasus School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-pegasus-school/)
- [St Lukes Episcopal School of San Antonio](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-lukes-episcopal-school-of-san-antonio/)
- [Edmund Burke School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/edmund-burke-school/)
- [Waring School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/waring-school/)
- [Trinity Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/trinity-episcopal-school/)
- [Giddens School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/giddens-school/)
- [Asheville School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/asheville-school/)
- [Zachary Klehr](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/zachary-klehr/)
- [International School of Curitiba](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/international-school-of-curitiba/)
- [Loudoun Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/loudoun-country-day-school/)
- [The Fletcher School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-fletcher-school/)
- [Providence High School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/providence-high-school/)
- [York School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/york-school/)
- [GISSV](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/gissv/)
- [The Wellington School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-wellington-school/)
- [Cape Fear Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/cape-fear-academy/)
- [Forsyth Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/forsyth-country-day-school/)
- [The Hockaday School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-hockaday-school/)
- [The Benjamin School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-benjamin-school/)
- [Marin Primary & Middle School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/marin-primary-middle-school-4/)
- [Heathwood Hall Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/heathwood-hall-episcopal-school/)
- [Washington Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/washington-episcopal-school/)
- [Berkwood Hedge School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/berkwood-hedge-school/)
- [Keys School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/keys-school/)
- [Silverwood School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/silverwood-school/)
- [Hill Learning Center](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/hill-learning-center/)
- [Rudolf Steiner School of Ann Arbor](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/rudolf-steiner-school-of-ann-arbor/)
- [The Webb Schools](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-webb-schools/)
- [St Mary's Episcopal School Memphis](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-marys-episcopal-school-memphis/)
- [St. Mary's Episcopal Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-marys-episcopal-day-school/)
- [Scott B Jacobs](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/scott-b-jacobs/)
- [Brooklyn Independent Middle School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/brooklyn-independent-middle-school/)
- [Winchester Thurston School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/winchester-thurston-school/)
- [St. Michael's Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-michaels-country-day-school/)
- [Academy of the New Church Secondary Schools](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/academy-of-the-new-church-secondary-schools/)
- [Brownell Talbot College Preparatory School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/brownell-talbot-college-preparatory-school/)
- [Global Online Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/global-online-academy/)
- [Trinity School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/trinity-school/)
- [The Oaks School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-oaks-school/)
- [Vail Mountain School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/vail-mountain-school/)
- [The Park Century School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-park-century-school/)
- [Heronfield Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/heronfield-academy/)
- [Almaden Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/almaden-country-day-school/)
- [École Rudolf Steiner de Montréal](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/ecole-rudolf-steiner-de-montreal/)
- [Hollywood Schoolhouse](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/hollywood-schoolhouse/)
- [Marlborough School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/marlborough-school/)
- [Academy of Notre Dame de Namur](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/academy-of-notre-dame-de-namur-2/)
- [Montessori School of Durham](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/montessori-school-of-durham/)
- [Buxton School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/buxton-school/)
- [Christ Episcopal School (Rockville, MD)](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/christ-episcopal-school-rockville-md/)
- [The Crefeld School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-crefeld-school/)
- [Berkshire Montessori School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/berkshire-montessori-school/)
- [Montessori School of Anderson](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/montessori-school-of-anderson/)
- [School year Abroad](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/school-year-abroad/)
- [National Child Research Center](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/national-child-research-center/)
- [The Shipley School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-shipley-school/)
- [The Walden School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-walden-school/)
- [The Waldorf School of Philadelphia](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-waldorf-school-of-philadelphia/)
- [The West Hill School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-west-hill-school/)
- [The Wyndcroft School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-wyndcroft-school/)
- [Tower Hill School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/tower-hill-school/)
- [United Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/united-friends-school/)
- [Upland Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/upland-country-day-school/)
- [Ursuline Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/ursuline-academy/)
- [Valley Forge Military Academy and College](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/valley-forge-military-academy-and-college/)
- [Villa Maria Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/villa-maria-academy/)
- [Waldron Mercy Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/waldron-mercy-academy/)
- [West Chester Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/west-chester-friends-school/)
- [Westtown School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/westtown-school/)
- [William Penn Charter School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/william-penn-charter-school/)
- [Wilmington Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/wilmington-friends-school/)
- [Wilmington Montessori School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/wilmington-montessori-school/)
- [Woodlynde School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/woodlynde-school/)
- [York Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/york-country-day-school/)
- [Talk School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/talk-school/)
- [The Agnes Irwin School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-agnes-irwin-school/)
- [The College School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-college-school/)
- [The Episcopal Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-episcopal-academy/)
- [The Hill School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-hill-school/)
- [The Hillside School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-hillside-school/)
- [The Independence School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-independence-school/)
- [The Janus School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-janus-school/)
- [The Lawrenceville School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-lawrenceville-school/)
- [The Meadowbrook School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-meadowbrook-school/)
- [The Miquon School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-miquon-school/)
- [The Montessori School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-montessori-school/)
- [The Pennington School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-pennington-school/)
- [The Philadelphia School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-philadelphia-school/)
- [The Pilot School Inc.](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-pilot-school-inc/)
- [The Quaker School at Horsham](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-quaker-school-at-horsham/)
- [The School in Rose Valley](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-school-in-rose-valley/)
- [The Baldwin School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-baldwin-school/)
- [Moorestown Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/moorestown-friends-school/)
- [Mount Saint Joseph Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/mount-saint-joseph-academy/)
- [New School Montessori](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/new-school-montessori/)
- [Newtown Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/newtown-friends-school/)
- [Norwood-Fontbonne Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/norwood-fontbonne-academy/)
- [Perelman Jewish Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/perelman-jewish-day-school/)
- [Perkiomen School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/perkiomen-school/)
- [Plymouth Meeting Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/plymouth-meeting-friends-school/)
- [Princeton Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/princeton-day-school/)
- [Princeton Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/princeton-friends-school/)
- [Sacred Heart Academy Bryn Mawr](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/sacred-heart-academy-bryn-mawr/)
- [Sanford School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/sanford-school/)
- [Springside Chestnut Hill Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/springside-chestnut-hill-academy/)
- [St. Anne's Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-annes-episcopal-school/)
- [St. Peter's School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-peters-school/)
- [Montgomery School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/montgomery-school/)
- [Stratford Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/stratford-friends-school/)
- [Orchard Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/orchard-friends-school/)
- [Solebury School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/solebury-school/)
- [St. Andrew's School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-andrews-school-2/)
- [Goshen Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/goshen-friends-school/)
- [Greene Street Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/greene-street-friends-school/)
- [Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/gwynedd-mercy-academy-high-school/)
- [Gwynedd-Mercy Academy Elementary](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/gwynedd-mercy-academy-elementary/)
- [Harrisburg Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/harrisburg-academy/)
- [Holy Child Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/holy-child-academy/)
- [Holy Child School at Rosemont](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/holy-child-school-at-rosemont/)
- [Holy Ghost Preparatory School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/holy-ghost-preparatory-school/)
- [Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/jack-m-barrack-hebrew-academy/)
- [Kimberton Waldorf School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/kimberton-waldorf-school/)
- [Kohelet Yeshiva](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/kohelet-yeshiva/)
- [La Salle College High School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/la-salle-college-high-school/)
- [Lancaster Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lancaster-country-day-school/)
- [Lansdowne Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lansdowne-friends-school/)
- [Malvern Preparatory School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/malvern-preparatory-school/)
- [Media-Providence Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/media-providence-friends-school/)
- [Merion Mercy Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/merion-mercy-academy/)
- [MMI Preparatory School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/mmi-preparatory-school/)
- [Linden Hall School for Girls](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/linden-hall-school-for-girls/)
- [Delaware County Christian School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/delaware-county-christian-school/)
- [Delaware Valley Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/delaware-valley-friends-school/)
- [Doane Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/doane-academy/)
- [Dock Mennonite Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/dock-mennonite-academy/)
- [Frankford Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/frankford-friends-school/)
- [French International School of Philadelphia](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/french-international-school-of-philadelphia/)
- [Friends' Central School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/friends-central-school/)
- [Friends School Haverford](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/friends-school-haverford/)
- [Friends School Mullica Hill](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/friends-school-mullica-hill/)
- [Friends Select School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/friends-select-school/)
- [George School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/george-school/)
- [Germantown Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/germantown-academy/)
- [Germantown Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/germantown-friends-school/)
- [Gesu School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/gesu-school/)
- [Girard College](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/girard-college/)
- [Gladwyne Montessori](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/gladwyne-montessori/)
- [Cornerstone Christian Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/cornerstone-christian-academy/)
- [Church Farm School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/church-farm-school/)
- [Community Partnership School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/community-partnership-school/)
- [Christina Seix Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/christina-seix-academy/)
- [AIM Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/aim-academy/)
- [Ancillae-Assumpta Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/ancillae-assumpta-academy/)
- [Archmere Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/archmere-academy/)
- [Benchmark School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/benchmark-school/)
- [Buckingham Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/buckingham-friends-school/)
- [C.B. Community Schools](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/c-b-community-schools/)
- [Cambridge School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/cambridge-school/)
- [Center School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/center-school/)
- [Centreville Layton School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/centreville-layton-school/)
- [Chapin School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/chapin-school/)
- [The Caedmon School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-caedmon-school/)
- [Head-Royce School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/head-royce-school/)
- [Grace Church School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/grace-church-school/)
- [Presbyterian Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/presbyterian-day-school/)
- [Bryn Athyn Church School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/bryn-athyn-church-school/)
- [Abington Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/abington-friends-school/)
- [The Waverly School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-waverly-school/)
- [ADVIS](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/advis/)
- [SF University High School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/sf-university-high-school/)
- [Calhoun School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/calhoun-school/)
- [Crystal Springs Uplands School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/crystal-springs-uplands-school/)
- [Foothill Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/foothill-country-day-school/)
- [Green Hedges School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/green-hedges-school/)
- [St. Margaret's Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-margarets-episcopal-school/)
- [Meadowbrook School of Weston](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/meadowbrook-school-of-weston/)
- [Westside School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/westside-school/)
- [Thacher School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/thacher-school/)
- [Julia Morgan School for Girls](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/julia-morgan-school-for-girls/)
- [Palm Beach Day Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/palm-beach-day-academy/)
- [Avery Coonley School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/avery-coonley-school/)
- [Children's Community School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/childrens-community-school/)
- [North Country School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/north-country-school/)
- [Southfield School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/southfield-school/)
- [Holton-Arms School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/holton-arms-school-2/)
- [Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/milton-gottesman-jewish-day-school/)
- [The Peck School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-peck-school/)
- [Westover School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/westover-school/)
- [Royal Palm Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/royal-palm-academy/)
- [Village Community School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/village-community-school/)
- [The Children's School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-childrens-school/)
- [The College School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-college-school-2/)
- [Tabor Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/tabor-academy/)
- [Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/barnesville-school-of-arts-sciences/)
- [St. Andrew's School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-andrews-school/)
- [The Buckley School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-buckley-school/)
- [Chinese American International School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/chinese-american-international-school/)
- [Brightworks](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/brightworks/)
- [Garrison Forest School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/garrison-forest-school-2/)
- [Marin Primary & Middle School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/marin-primary-middle-school-3/)
- [Rowland Hall](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/rowland-hall/)
- [The Masters School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-masters-school/)
- [Yeshiva Schools of Pittsburgh](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/yeshiva-schools-of-pittsburgh/)
- [The Well School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-well-school/)
- [Fayerweather Street School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/fayerweather-street-school/)
- [Chadwick School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/chadwick-school/)
- [The Primary Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-primary-day-school/)
- [La Jolla Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/la-jolla-country-day-school/)
- [Laguna Blanca School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/laguna-blanca-school/)
- [National Child Research Center](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/national-child-research-center/)
- [Latin School of Chicago](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/latin-school-of-chicago/)
- [The Pike School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-pike-school/)
- [Charlotte Preparatory School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/charlotte-preparatory-school/)
- [The Seven Hills School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-seven-hills-school/)
- [LREI School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lrei-school/)
- [The Athenian School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-athenian-school/)
- [The Governor's Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-governors-academy/)
- [The Branson School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-branson-school/)
- [The GreenMount School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-greenmount-school/)
- [Pilgrim School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/pilgrim-school/)
- [Charlotte Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/charlotte-country-day-school/)
- [Sonoma Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/sonoma-academy/)
- [Lowell School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lowell-school/)
- [Jacksonville Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/jacksonville-country-day-school-2/)
- [Canterbury School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/canterbury-school-2/)
- [Sinai Akiba Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/sinai-akiba-academy-2/)
- [Chicago Waldorf School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/chicago-waldorf-school/)
- [Taipei American School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/taipei-american-school/)
- [The Kinkaid School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-kinkaid-school/)
- [Rye Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/rye-country-day-school/)
- [Kent Place School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/kent-place-school/)
- [Wolcott College Preparatory High School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/wolcott-college-preparatory-high-school/)
- [The Howard School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-howard-school/)
- [Stuart Hall School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/stuart-hall-school/)
- [Harbor Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/harbor-country-day-school/)
- [The Hamlin School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-hamlin-school/)
- [Madrona School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/madrona-school/)
- [Montessori Center School of Santa Barbara](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/montessori-center-school-of-santa-barbara/)
- [The Paideia School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-paideia-school/)
- [South Peninsula Hebrew Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/south-peninsula-hebrew-day-school-2/)
- [Live Oak A Learning Center for Children](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/live-oak-a-learning-center-for-children/)
- [Richmond Montessori School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/richmond-montessori-school/)
- [Phillips Brooks School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/phillips-brooks-school/)
- [Francis W. Parker School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/francis-w-parker-school/)
- [Saint Andrews School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/saint-andrews-school/)
- [Westerly School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/westerly-school/)
- [Canterbury School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/canterbury-school/)
- [Wilbraham and Monson Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/wilbraham-and-monson-academy/)
- [Gunston School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/gunston-school/)
- [Charles River School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/charles-river-school/)
- [Ethical Culture and Fieldston School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/ethical-culture-and-fieldston-school/)
- [Proctor Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/proctor-academy/)
- [Brimmer and May School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/brimmer-and-may-school/)
- [Lacordaire Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lacordaire-academy/)
- [Oakwood School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/oakwood-school/)
- [The International School of San Francisco](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-international-school-of-san-francisco/)
- [The Morgan Oliver School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-morgan-oliver-school-2/)
- [The Lamplighter School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-lamplighter-school/)
- [River Valley Waldorf School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/river-valley-waldorf-school/)
- [Buckingham, Browne & Nichols School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/buckingham-browne-nichols-school/)
- [Shorecrest Preparatory School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/shorecrest-preparatory-school/)
- [The John Cooper School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-john-cooper-school/)
- [Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/bernard-zell-anshe-emet-day-school/)
- [Mercersburg Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/mercersburg-academy/)
- [Watershed School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/watershed-school/)
- [Pacific Northern Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/pacific-northern-academy/)
- [Eton School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/eton-school/)
- [San Francisco Schoolhouse](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/san-francisco-schoolhouse/)
- [Wayland Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/wayland-academy/)
- [Lycée Francais de San Francisco](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lycee-francais-de-san-francisco/)
- [Sacramento Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/sacramento-country-day-school/)
- [Good Shepherd Episcopal School of Dallas](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/good-shepherd-episcopal-school-of-dallas/)
- [Cincinnati Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/cincinnati-country-day-school/)
- [St. Michael's Episcopal Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-michaels-episcopal-day-school/)
- [The Sage School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-sage-school/)
- [Evansville Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/evansville-day-school/)
- [Annunciation Orthodox School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/annunciation-orthodox-school/)
- [St. Mary's Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-marys-episcopal-school/)
- [Marin Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/marin-academy/)
- [Whitby School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/whitby-school/)
- [The Haverford School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-haverford-school/)
- [High Meadows School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/high-meadows-school/)
- [The Gordon School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-gordon-school/)
- [Virginia Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/virginia-episcopal-school/)
- [Town School for Boys](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/town-school-for-boys/)
- [Hillel Hebrew Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/hillel-hebrew-academy/)
- [Saint Mark's School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/saint-marks-school/)
- [Riviera Ridge School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/riviera-ridge-school-2/)
- [Lick-Limerding High School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lick-limerding-high-school/)
- [Atlanta International School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/atlanta-international-school/)
- [Steamboat Mountain School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/steamboat-mountain-school/)
- [Stanbridge Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/stanbridge-academy/)
- [The Madeira School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-madeira-school/)
- [Louise S. McGehee School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/louise-s-mcgehee-school/)
- [Mark Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/mark-day-school/)
- [St. Luke's Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-lukes-episcopal-school/)
- [Professional Children's School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/professional-childrens-school/)
- [Berkeley Preparatory School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/berkeley-preparatory-school/)
- [McGillis School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/mcgillis-school/)
- [Rodeph Sholom School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/rodeph-sholom-school/)
- [The Crowden School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-crowden-school/)
- [Indian Creek School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/indian-creek-school/)
- [Castilleja School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/castilleja-school/)
- [Curtis School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/curtis-school/)
- [Westminster School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/westminster-school/)
- [Derby Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/derby-academy/)
- [Marin Montessori School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/marin-montessori-school-2/)
- [Marin Primary & Middle School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/marin-primary-middle-school-2/)
- [The Fenn School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-fenn-school/)
- [Gould Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/gould-academy/)
- [Seattle Waldorf School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/seattle-waldorf-school/)
- [Cary Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/cary-academy/)
- [Winchester Thurston](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/winchester-thurston/)
- [Colegio Roosevelt, The American School of Lima](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/colegio-roosevelt-the-american-school-of-lima/)
- [The Chapin School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-chapin-school/)
- [San Diego French American School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/san-diego-french-american-school/)
- [Marin Horizon School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/marin-horizon-school/)
- [Chandler School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/chandler-school/)
- [Pluralistic School One](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/pluralistic-school-one/)
- [Heritage Hall](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/heritage-hall/)
- [Buckley Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/buckley-country-day-school-2/)
- [Woodlawn School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/woodlawn-school/)
- [Episcopal School of Nashville](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/episcopal-school-of-nashville/)
- [Alverno Heights Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/alverno-heights-academy/)
- [Servite High School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/servite-high-school/)
- [Brooks School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/brooks-school/)
- [Jacksonville Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/jacksonville-country-day-school/)
- [Lawrence Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lawrence-academy-2/)
- [Sterne School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/sterne-school/)
- [Helios School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/helios-school/)
- [Sinai Akiba Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/sinai-akiba-academy/)
- [Marin Primary & Middle School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/marin-primary-middle-school/)
- [Marin Montessori School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/marin-montessori-school/)
- [Echo Horizon School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/echo-horizon-school/)
- [Holton-Arms School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/holton-arms-school/)
- [The Montessori School of the Berkshires](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-montessori-school-of-the-berkshires/)
- [The Hockessin Montessori School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-hockessin-montessori-school/)
- [Crossroads Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/crossroads-academy/)
- [Lawrence Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lawrence-academy/)
- [Harborlight Montessori](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/harborlight-montessori/)
- [Manlius Pebble Hill School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/manlius-pebble-hill-school/)
- [Berkwook Hedge School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/berkwook-hedge-school/)
- [Austin International School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/austin-international-school/)
- [The Morgan Oliver School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-morgan-oliver-school/)
- [Putney School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/putney-school/)
- [Laurel School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/laurel-school/)
- [Austin Waldorf School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/austin-waldorf-school/)
- [Ashley Hall](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/ashley-hall/)
- [Cedar River Montessori School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/cedar-river-montessori-school/)
- [Chatham Hall](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/chatham-hall/)
- [The Presentation School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-presentation-school/)
- [The Joy School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-joy-school/)
- [Garrison Forest School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/garrison-forest-school/)
- [The Hewitt School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-hewitt-school/)
- [Mirman School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/mirman-school/)
- [Kentucky Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/kentucky-country-day-school/)
- [Visitation Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/visitation-academy/)
- [Westbury Christian School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/westbury-christian-school/)
- [Waynflete School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/waynflete-school/)
- [The Pine School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-pine-school/)
- [Sea Crest School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/sea-crest-school/)
- [Lakeview Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lakeview-academy/)
- [Evergreen School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/evergreen-school/)
- [Carolina Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/carolina-day-school/)
- [Monica Ros School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/monica-ros-school/)
- [Lick-Wilmerding High School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lick-wilmerding-high-school/)
- [Hoosac School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/hoosac-school/)
- [Northern Light School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/northern-light-school/)
- [YSC Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/ysc-academy/)
- [Wye River Upper School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/wye-river-upper-school/)
- [West Nottingham Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/west-nottingham-academy/)
- [Westfield Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/westfield-friends-school/)
- [The Winston School of San Antonio](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-winston-school-of-san-antonio/)
- [The White Mountain School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-white-mountain-school/)
- [The Vanguard School, A Program of Valley Forge Educational Services](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-vanguard-school-a-program-of-valley-forge-educational-services/)
- [The Tatnall School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-tatnall-school/)
- [The Rivers School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-rivers-school/)
- [The Phelps School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-phelps-school/)
- [The Pingry School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-pingry-school/)
- [The Grayson School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-grayson-school/)
- [The Lang School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-lang-school/)
- [The Langley School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-langley-school/)
- [The Girls' School of Austin](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-girls-school-of-austin/)
- [The Advent School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-advent-school/)
- [St. James School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-james-school/)
- [St. James' Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-james-episcopal-school/)
- [St. Andrew's Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-andrews-episcopal-school/)
- [South Peninsula Hebrew Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/south-peninsula-hebrew-day-school/)
- [Shady Hill School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/shady-hill-school/)
- [Revolution School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/revolution-school/)
- [Renbrook School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/renbrook-school/)
- [Rippowam Cisqua School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/rippowam-cisqua-school/)
- [Ravenscroft School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/ravenscroft-school/)
- [Riviera Ridge School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/riviera-ridge-school/)
- [Rutgers Preparatory School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/rutgers-preparatory-school/)
- [Porter-Gaud School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/porter-gaud-school/)
- [Pomfret School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/pomfret-school/)
- [Park Tudor](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/park-tudor/)
- [Paideia School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/paideia-school/)
- [Pennsylvania School for the Deaf](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/pennsylvania-school-for-the-deaf/)
- [Moravian Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/moravian-academy/)
- [Nazareth Academy High School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/nazareth-academy-high-school/)
- [Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's Capital](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/milton-gottesman-jewish-day-school-of-the-nations-capital/)
- [Mount Tamalpais School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/mount-tamalpais-school/)
- [Marin Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/marin-country-day-school/)
- [MileStone Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/milestone-academy/)
- [Idyllwild Arts Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/idyllwild-arts-academy/)
- [Lake Forest Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/lake-forest-country-day-school/)
- [Kingsley Montessori School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/kingsley-montessori-school/)
- [Kent School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/kent-school/)
- [Greene Towne Montessori School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/greene-towne-montessori-school/)
- [Gwynedd Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/gwynedd-friends-school/)
- [Good Shepherd Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/good-shepherd-episcopal-school/)
- [French American International School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/french-american-international-school/)
- [Friends Academy](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/friends-academy/)
- [ECS](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/ecs/)
- [Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/cristo-rey-philadelphia-high-school/)
- [Community Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/community-day-school/)
- [Darrow School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/darrow-school/)
- [Charles Armstrong School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/charles-armstrong-school/)
- [Butler Montessori](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/butler-montessori/)
- [Catherine Cook School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/catherine-cook-school/)
- [Buckley Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/buckley-country-day-school/)
- [Brooklyn Independent](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/brooklyn-independent/)
- [Brooklyn Friends School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/brooklyn-friends-school/)
- [Boulder Country Day School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/boulder-country-day-school/)
- [Berkeley Hall School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/berkeley-hall-school/)
- [Atlanta Girls School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/atlanta-girls-school/)
- [St. Andrew's Episcopal School](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/st-andrews-episcopal-school-2/)
- [The School in Rose Valley](https://iscachairs.org/isca_school/the-school-in-rose-valley-2/)

## Events

- [Leading the Gray Space: A Framework for Board Chairs in Polarized Times](https://iscachairs.org/event/leading-the-gray-space-a-framework-for-board-chairs-in-polarized-times/) - When polarizing social issues enter school life, board chairs are often left navigating difficult questions with no easy script: Should the school make a statement? What belongs to the Head of School, and what belongs to the Board? How can trustees deliberate faithfully without allowing personal opinion, faction formation, or public pressure to overtake governance?
- [New Chair/Head of School Partnership Series](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-head-of-school-partnership-series-2/) - In your new role as board chair, you and your head will set the tone for effective leadership in the boardroom and in school. By fostering a culture of collaboration, and trust supported by open communication, clear, shared goals and expectations, and regular measurements of progress, the board chair and head of school can create
- [ISCA New Member Welcome and Orientation](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-new-member-welcome-and-orientation/) - Welcome to ISCA! As we begin a new membership year, we invite you to join us for an introduction to ISCA’s programs, resources, and member services designed specifically to support independent school board chairs. During this session, we will review how to access ISCA resources and programs, help you customize your member experience, and provide
- [Leading Through Complexity: Decision-Making in Ambiguous or High-Stakes Situations](https://iscachairs.org/event/leading-through-complexity-decision-making-in-ambiguous-or-high-stakes-situations/) - Board chairs are often called upon to guide their boards through moments when the path forward is not immediately clear. Whether facing strategic uncertainty, complex tradeoffs, or highly consequential decisions, the chair plays a critical role in preparing the board to engage mindfully with difficult issues. In this session, we will explore practical approaches that
- [Building a Board Culture that Drives Meaningful Engagement](https://iscachairs.org/event/building-a-board-culture-that-drives-meaningful-engagement/) - A high-functioning board does more than fulfill its fiduciary responsibilities—it cultivates a culture where trustees feel energized, valued, and connected to one another and the school’s mission. In this session, we will explore the board chair’s role as a catalyst for engagement and morale. Participants will consider practical strategies for fostering a shared sense of
- [Two at the Helm:  Could a Co-Chair Model Strengthen Board Leadership?](https://iscachairs.org/event/two-at-the-helm-could-a-co-chair-model-strengthen-board-leadership/) - The role of the board chair continues to grow in complexity and responsibility. While most boards rely on a single chair to guide governance and support the Head of School, some organizations are experimenting with co-chair leadership models that share leadership responsibilities and strengthen board capacity. In this session, T. Clark Durant of Noble Partners Consulting will explore the
- [Giving HOS Feedback that Strengthens Leadership](https://iscachairs.org/event/giving-hos-feedback-that-strengthens-leadership/) - Board chairs play a critical role in supporting and evaluating the Head of School—one that requires both thoughtful partnership and clear accountability. This session will explore the chair’s role in providing timely, constructive feedback throughout the year while leading a meaningful, goal-aligned annual evaluation process. The session will also address how to frame feedback conversations
- [New Chair at the Table](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-at-the-table-5/) - If you are a Chair Elect and will become a new board chair in 2026, you will want to participate in the New Chair at the Table program. Through this virtual, interactive program designed specifically for incoming board chairs, participants will gain practical insights and skills to step into their new leadership role thoughtfully and
- [Leading Before Launch:  How Chairs Prepare for Successful Campaigns](https://iscachairs.org/event/leading-before-launch-how-chairs-prepare-for-successful-campaigns/) - As independent schools face shorter board chair tenures and increasingly ambitious fundraising goals, chairs are being asked to lead campaigns with less runway and more complexity than ever before. This interactive session is designed specifically for board chairs who want to understand what campaign readiness really looks like—and what their role is in setting the
- [Raise the Bar by Activating Your Executive Committee](https://iscachairs.org/event/raise-the-bar-by-activating-your-executive-committee/) - Board chairs - Are you interested in improving your board’s strategic work, transparency and coordination, leadership development, succession planning, or partnership with your Head? Start by activating your Executive Committee. In this webinar, we’ll explore specific steps you can take to transform your Executive Committee into an engine for elevated board work, amplifying the impact
- [New HOS Appointment Contracts:  Laying the Groundwork for Success](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-hos-appointment-contracts-laying-the-groundwork-for-success/) - 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
- [HOS Contract Renewals:  From Negotiation to Collaboration](https://iscachairs.org/event/hos-contract-renewals-from-negotiation-to-collaboration/) - 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
- [Board Level or Not? A New Framework from ISCA for Board Chairs and Heads](https://iscachairs.org/event/board-level-or-not-a-new-framework-from-isca-for-board-chairs-and-heads/) - Governance is nuanced, and board chairs and heads of school often face uncertainty about which issues warrant board-level engagement - particularly when navigating major decisions and policy oversight. This session introduces ISCA’s new Governance in Partnership framework, designed to help chairs and heads evaluate matters through the lens of key governance responsibilities and bring clarity
- [Strategies for Attracting and Vetting the Right Trustees for Your Board](https://iscachairs.org/event/strategies-for-attracting-and-vetting-the-right-trustees-for-your-board/) - This session will guide Board Chairs and governance leaders to move beyond résumés to identify and vet trustees based on leadership competencies, alignment with school values, and the personal qualities that shape strong, mission-driven board performance. Key Topics: Clarifying Board Needs: Using a board composition matrix to identify gaps in skills, identity, and lived experience
- [Strengthening the Board's Financial Leadership](https://iscachairs.org/event/strengthening-the-boards-financial-leadership/) - In today’s unpredictable financial landscape, independent school Boards must elevate their approach to fiscal oversight and long-term financial planning. This session will help Boards strengthen their financial leadership by exploring key practices such as: Designing effective financial dashboards and modeling tools Identifying and implementing essential financial policies Partnering effectively with the CFO and business office
- [Navigating the Federal Landscape:  Legal Hot Topics for School Governance](https://iscachairs.org/event/navigating-the-federal-landscape-legal-hot-topics-for-school-governance/) - As the legal and regulatory environment continues to evolve, independent school leaders must stay informed about emerging federal issues that impact governance and strategic decision-making. Join Justin A. Perillo, General Counsel at NAIS, for a timely briefing on recent federal developments impacting independent schools. This session will equip Board Chairs with a timely overview of
- [ISCA Annual Membership Meeting](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-annual-membership-meeting-3/) - 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 ’25 – ’26 year. Please join us for this brief
- [Managing Difficult Trustee Dynamics](https://iscachairs.org/event/managing-difficult-trustee-dynamics/) - 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
- [Vision Alignment: How Boards Can Shape the Future of Learning Through Place](https://iscachairs.org/event/vision-alignment-how-boards-can-shape-the-future-of-learning-through-place/) - As stewards of a school’s mission and assets, boards carry the responsibility to ensure that facilities not only meet today’s needs but also position the school for long-term success. Effective campus planning begins with a clear, shared vision—anchored in mission—and an understanding that place plays a pivotal role in shaping how learning happens and how
- [Facilitating Inclusive and Productive Board Conversations](https://iscachairs.org/event/board-chair-facilitation-skills/) - The Board Chair is a facilitator of dialogue who keeps discussions focused, participatory, and respectful. With the guiding principle of being in service to the school, this session will illustrate how this shows up during board meetings with the Board Chair as a facilitator. This workshop will cover opening and closing meetings with clarity and
- [AI Oversight and Opportunity:  What Boards Need to Know](https://iscachairs.org/event/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
- [Designing Strategic Board Meetings: Agendas That Drive Mission and Momentum](https://iscachairs.org/event/designing-strategic-board-meetings-agendas-that-drive-mission-and-momentum/) - Focus: The Chair as a strategic planner, shaping meetings that prioritize what matters most. Key Topics: • Building agendas that reflect strategic priorities and board responsibilities • Allocating time effectively across discussion, decision, and information items • Using a mission lens to prioritize agenda content • Incorporating committee work into the board’s thinking and flow
- [New Chair at the Table](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-at-the-table-4/) - 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
- [ISCA Member Orientation](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-member-orientation-3/) - 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.
- [DASL Introductory Tutorial](https://iscachairs.org/event/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
- [New Chair/HOS Partnership Series](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-hos-partnership-series-16/) - 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
- [Attracting, Supporting, and Retaining Female Heads of School](https://iscachairs.org/event/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
- [Board Chair Case Studies](https://iscachairs.org/event/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"
- [New Chair/HOS Partnership Series](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-hos-partnership-series-15/) - 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.
- [Chair Chat -  Open Forum](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-open-forum-2/) - 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
- [Chair Chat: Strengthening Board Leadership from Within](https://iscachairs.org/event/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
- [New Chair at the Table](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-at-the-table-3/) - New Chair at the Table prepares Chair Elects who will be taking on the Board Chair role in 2025. Please visit our website page for details on this program for incoming board chairs. https://iscachairs.org/new-chair-at-the-table/
- [The State of Governance in Independent Schools](https://iscachairs.org/event/the-state-of-governance-in-independent-schools/) - 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
- [Chair Chat:   The Pros and Cons of Term Limits](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-the-pros-and-cons-of-term-limits/) - 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
- [Facilitating Important Conversations](https://iscachairs.org/event/facilitating-important-conversations/) - 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
- [Clarifying Board-Approved School Policies](https://iscachairs.org/event/clarifying-board-approved-school-policies/) - 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
- [Building Effective Boards](https://iscachairs.org/event/building-effective-boards/) - 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,
- [Designing  Sustainable  Faculty Compensation](https://iscachairs.org/event/designing-sustainable-faculty-compensation/) - 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
- [Chair Chat for First Year Board Chairs](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-for-first-year-board-chairs/) - 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
- [Chair Chat Open Forum](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-open-forum/) - 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
- [Emerging Areas of Risk Facing Independent Schools](https://iscachairs.org/event/emerging-areas-of-risk-facing-independent-schools/) - 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
- [How is the Transition of Your New HOS?](https://iscachairs.org/event/how-is-the-transition-of-your-new-hos/) - 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
- [Helpful Governance Practices During Times of Enrollment Instability](https://iscachairs.org/event/helpful-governance-practices-during-times-of-enrollment-instability/) - 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
- [ISCA Webinar :  From Surviving to Thriving](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-from-surviving-to-thriving/) - 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
- [ISCA Annual Membership Meeting](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-annual-membership-meeting-2/) - 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
- [ISCA Webinar:  Conflict Resolution Policies and Practices](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-conflict-resolution-policies-and-practices/) - 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 Chair Chat: The  HOS Support Committee](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-the-hos-support-committee/) - A successful model shared by The Park School in Baltimore, MDJoin us for this conversation with the Head of School and Committee Chair of the HOS Support Committee from The Park School of Baltimore, MD. Hear why this committee was established, how it is structured, and how it has benefitted the HOS, the board and
- [How To Decide What Issues Rise to the Board Level](https://iscachairs.org/event/how-to-decide-what-issues-rise-to-the-board-level/) - ISCA webinar 10.10.24As Board Chair, you and your HOS have regularly scheduled conversations. During those conversations, your HOS will likely disclose any challenging or concerning issues he/she may be dealing with at that time. As a thought partner and confidante to your HOS, those conversations often remain between the two of you, but how do
- [Building Board Communication Skills for Complicated Times](https://iscachairs.org/event/building-board-communication-skills-for-complicated-times/) - Tools for Board ChairsTrustees play a unique and crucially important role as both cheerleaders and authority figures in a school. As Chair, you are responsible for helping your Trustees be prepared to navigate conversations with community members on controversial topics ranging from curriculum change to "culture war" issues to political polarization. As we begin a
- [ISCA Member Orientation](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-member-orientation/) - Welcome to ISCA!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.
- [Communication and Work Strategies to Support the Head/Chair Partnership](https://iscachairs.org/event/communication-and-work-strategies-to-support-the-head-chair-partnership/) - Webinar In this session participants will learn a proven method to deepen the effectiveness and clarity of the Board-Head relationship. Drawing on best practices in organizational behavior, this session willdemonstrate how to build a clear supportive communication structure that manages the Head/Chair workflow, incorporating strong tactical execution and priority setting. This system, developed by Simon
- [Welcome to ISCA](https://iscachairs.org/event/welcome-to-isca/) - New member orientation If you are a new member with ISCA, please join us for this welcome and orientation meeting. ISCA's Executive Director, Bethany Di Napoli, will review member benefits and instruct you on how to acess programs and services. Begin enjoying your peer network by meeting your fellow board chairs.
- [Chair Chat:  Board Chairs of Small Schools Band Together](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-board-chairs-of-small-schools-band-together/) - For Board Chairs of schools with less than 250 studentsPlease join this Chair Chat to discuss the unique challenges facing board chairs of small independent schools (
- [Chair Chat Case Study](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-case-study/) - Build your governance leadership skillsCase study Chair Chats offer board chairs an opportunity to dig into a situation that reflects the challenges of chair-ship. In a guided discussion with experienced board chairs, you will identify the key governance issues in the case and explore what steps you, as board chair, might take to make the
- [ISCA Webinar :  Integrating Principles of DEI  into Board Governance](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-integrating-principles-of-dei-into-board-governance/) - As individuals and as boards, trustees and Heads of School have been embarking on learning journeys to understand Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Independent School context. In this session we will explore ways to effectively integrate this learning into board processes. By sharing concrete examples and tools for participants, the presenters will model pathways to creating meaningful shifts toward equitable practices and participation by a broader group of voices. At the end of this session you will have actionable ideas about how to:
- [ISCA Webinar:  Govern and Support](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-govern-and-support/) - Developing an Effective Board PartnershipAn interactive session to assist Board Chairs in cultivating a Board of Trustees where individual board members and the head of school understand their roles and responsibilities in governing, leading, and serving their school. Participants will learn the value of being a learning organization, the importance of effective annual goal setting,
- [Webinar:  Organizing Your Board Committees for '24 - '25](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-organizing-your-board-committees-for-24-25/) - Aligning the work that matters most with the structure and function of the boardPlanning and organizing the work of the board is one of the most important roles of the board and its Chair. We aspire for our boards to function as highly effective leadership teams working in partnership with our school leaders to advance
- [ISCA Webinar :  Re-Engaging Your Board in Fundraising After the Pandemic](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-re-engaging-your-board-in-fundraising-after-the-pandemic/) - Learn how to successfully get your board engaged in their fund development responsibilities.Re-Engaging your Board in Fundraising After the PandemicSchools are back in full fundraising mode following the pandemic and Board members should be a powerful asset in that effort. When engaged strategically, they serve as the school's best advocates and most dedicated—and often most
- [ISCA Webinar:  Strategic Multicampus Schools](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-strategic-multicampus-schools-2/) - A National Research Study on Form and Performance Independent schools face an acute need for new business models. Friends Council on Education, in partnership with Rational Partners (with collaborative grants from EE Ford Foundation and BLBB Charitable), launched a national research project to survey, analyze and report on the form and performance of schools that
- [Webinar:  Board Leadership Succession -  Thoughtful Transitions](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-board-leadership-succession-thoughtful-transitions/) - Board Leadership Succession: Thoughtful Transitions Annual Timothy Matlack Governance Webinar Everyone knows that boards require strong leadership from the board chair and other officers to committee and task force chairs. Despite this, many boards do not have a thoughtful, intentional, and transparent policy or process for board leadership succession. This session will showcase important considerations
- [Chair Chat:  Board Retreats](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-board-retreats/) - Making the Best Use of Your Time TogetherJoin your fellow board chairs as we discuss how to design and execute a successful board retreat that makes the best use of your extended time together as a board. Join us if you are seeking ideas and guidance in planning your next retreat or have a great
- [ISCA Webinar:  Responsible Leadership  -  The Role of School Governance](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-responsible-leadership-the-role-of-school-governance/) - Exploring the boundaries of social responsibilityWhat does it mean for school leaders to consider how their actions—and inactions—affect the world around them and the delicate ecosystems in which our schools exist? In the context of independent school governance, what exactly are the boundaries of social responsibility? With increasing frequency, school stakeholders (parents, alumni, faculty, students)
- [ISCA Chair Chat -  Executive Sessions](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-executive-sessions/) - Should you have Executive Sessions and if so, what is the best way to structure them?Join your fellow Board chairs for a discussion on the use of Executive Sessions at board meetings. We know this can be a contentious proposition for Heads of School so should you have them? What benefit can they add to
- [Webinar:  Keeping Your Meetings from Being Derailed](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-keeping-your-meetings-from-being-derailed/) - Keeping Your Meetings from Being Derailed: The Importance of Ground RulesMany boards endure one or more board members who arrive at a meeting unprepared or like to dominate the discussion with their own opinions and comments. In these cases, it is challenging for the Board Chair to make sure the meeting is not hijacked and
- [ISCA Webinar:  AI in K-12 Education - A Strategic Foresight Approach for Boards](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-12-6-23-ai-in-education/) - AI in K-12 Education: A Strategic Foresight Approach for Boards Don't miss this opportunity to equip your board with the foresight needed to lead your school in an AI world. Join us for an exclusive webinar tailored for independent school Board Chairs, where we will demystify AI and its profound impact on education and students
- [ISCA Chair Chat 12.13.23 -  Open Forum](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-12-13-23-open-forum/) - ISCA Chair Chat - Open Forum DiscussionJoin this live networking opportunity to discuss current issues you are facing as Board Chairs. Facilitated by ISCA Board members, this will be an opportunity to share and find guidance on challenges you might be facing as a Chair, hear ideas and strategies others are using to lead their
- [Webinar:  Building Your School's Strategy by Understanding Important Trends Impacting Independent Schools](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-building-your-schools-strategy-by-understanding-important-trends-impacting-independent-schools/) - Boards of Trustees need to plan for their school’s future and understanding the trends that are impacting the independent school landscape is critical to responsibly carrying out strategic planning duties. Each year, NAIS publishes the ’Trendbook” which compiles the latest research and analysis to help inform school leaders about the impact various trends may have
- [Webinar:  Institutional Strategy & Economics:  Integrating Program, Population and Philanthropy](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-institutional-strategy-economics-integrating-program-population-and-philanthropy/) - Large forces challenge the traditional economic model of independent schools. In this session, participants will investigate what actions can be taken in the next five years to ensure positive options for their institutions. Using an analytic framework and performance analytics on more than 1000 schools, learn how to appraise market position, comparative advantage and financial
- [Webinar:  Risk Management Hot Topics for Board Chairs in 2024](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-risk-management-hot-topics-for-board-chairs-in-2024/) - In this lively and interactive session, experienced education and employment lawyer Sara Schwartz will discuss the top risk management issues independent school Board Chairs should be considering in 2024. Sara will include the most up-to-date, emerging issues as well as topics such as: creating an ideal infrastructure for supporting student mental health; developments in student
- [Chair Chat:  The Executive Committee - A Panel Discussion](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-the-executive-committee-a-panel-discussion/) - Board Chairs often have questions about how to best use the Executive Committee of the Board. As we begin a new school year, we invite you to join a panel discussion with experienced board chairs on how to best utilize this committee to advance the work of the board, cultivate leadership, and minimize the risk
- [Chair Chat:  Working With Your Interim Head of School - What Does Success Look Like for This Year?](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-working-with-your-interim-head-of-school-what-does-success-look-like-for-this-year/) - Join Lila Lohr, an experienced Head of School (HOS), who has served as an interim at 10 different schools and is the current Board Chair of Garrison School in Baltimore, MD. With her unique understanding of both the HOS and Board Chair roles, Lila will lead a conversation with Board Chairs who have interims this
- [ISCA Fall Governance Conference](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-fall-governance-conference-2/) - "We're All in This Together: Creating a Board Culture of Trust, Alignment and Collaboration" Join us for our annual governance conference either in-person at one of our 7 host cities or on Zoom! Featuring renowned author, speaker and thought-leader, Mike Robbins. For details, click on the button below.
- [ISCA Webinar:  What Does the Supreme Court's Affirmative Action Decision Mean for Independent Schools?](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-what-does-the-supreme-courts-affirmative-action-decision-mean-for-independent-schools/) - With the Supreme Court overturning a decades-long practice of using race in college admission decisions, what are the implications and potential ripple effects of that decision for independent schools? What do Boards need to understand and prepare for in this new legal climate? Join attorney Caryn Pass of Venable, LLP who will explain the implications
- [Chair Chat:  Developing a Strategic Partnership with your NEW Head of School](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-developing-a-strategic-partnership-with-your-new-head-of-school/) - For members with a new Head of School beginning this summer, please join us for this Chair Chat on how to initiate a strategic partnership with your HOS from the very beginning. What does a strategic partnership look like and how would that get created in practical terms in your Head’s first year? Tom Olverson
- [New Chair / Head of School Partnership Series](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-head-of-school-partnership-series/) - For New Board Chairs and their Heads of School In your new role as board chair, you and your head will set the tone for effective leadership in the boardroom and in school. By fostering a culture of collaboration, and trust supported by open communication, clear, shared goals and expectations, and regular measurements of progress,
- [Webinar:  Four Key Trends in Major Gift Campaigns for Independent Schools](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-four-key-trends-in-major-gift-campaigns-for-independent-schools/) - Join ISM Consultant Phil Higginson in exploring four key trends in major gift campaigns for independent schools of any size. In this post-pandemic era, staying atop donors’ priorities and employing nuanced approaches to fundraising are essential for a successful campaign. Phil will present considerations on how your board can incorporate these trends and new strategies
- [Webinar: Laying the Groundwork for Success in Contract Negotiation with Your Head of School](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-laying-the-groundwork-for-success-in-contract-negotiation-with-your-head-of-school/) - In this webinar Pete Commons, a lawyer who has helped negotiate hundreds of Head of School employment agreements, will share his perspective on how Board Chairs and Heads can work to find a fair agreement that provides support for Heads and security for schools. He will provide guidance for Board Chairs on timing, approach, perspectives,
- [Webinar:  The Future of Measuring Mission - How Boards Can Use Insight-Oriented Data to Steward Their Schools](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-the-future-of-measuring-mission-how-boards-can-use-insight-oriented-data-to-steward-their-schools/) - One of the most important responsibilities of a board is to steward the school’s mission. And while boards may engage in a periodic mission review or revision process, very few have found effective ways to measure if their school is delivering on its mission. Many boards have begun to use dashboards to track progress towards
- [New Chair at the Table training](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-at-the-table-training/) - If you will be assuming the role of Board Chair in 2023, this training is for you. We have designed a program that will help you get off to a successful start in your new leadership role so that you can be a great leader to your board and an effective partner to your Head
- [Webinar:  Strengthening the Head/Chair Partnership by Understanding Personality and Leadership Profiles](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-strengthening-the-head-chair-partnership-by-understanding-personality-and-leadership-profiles/) - Heads of School are different from Trustees in both predictable and surprising ways. In this session, you will learn how personality affects leadership style, including motivation, communication, and problem solving and how the fundamental differences between the personality of a Board Chair and a Head of School could be a problem or an asset. Using
- [Chair Chat: Helping Trustees Transition from For-Profit, Corporate Board Service](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-helping-trustees-transition-from-for-profit-corporate-board-service/) - Join us for this Chair Chat where we will discuss strategies to educate and coach trustees who behave like they are on a corporate, for-profit board. Well-intentioned trustees who have 'lots of board experience' in their professional lives often have difficulty adjusting to the culture and needs of an independent school board. Expectations around the
- [Chair Chat: Identifying and Developing Talent for Board Service](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-identifying-and-developing-talent-for-board-service/) - In this Chair Chat, we will discuss effective ways to recruit, vet and develop candidates for board service. We will have these conversations in three breakout rooms based on type of school - elementary, day high school (including K-12) and boarding school. We recognize that the composition and culture of boards in each of these
- [Chair Chat -  Preparing for Board Chair Transition](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-preparing-for-board-chair-transition/) - For Board Chairs who will be stepping down from their board leadership role at the end of this year and Chair Elects - join this Chair Chat to discuss how Chairs can prepare for this important transition. What can departing Chairs do to make the learning curve for the Chair Elect easier? Discuss steps you
- [ISCA Webinar:  The Board's Role in Supporting Student Health and Wellness](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-the-boards-role-in-supporting-student-health-and-wellness/) - The health and wellness needs of students are unprecedented, and schools are struggling to support individual needs while tending to the needs of the whole community and determining what are the most effective interventions in managing student mental health. The nuances of how schools can/should meet those needs is complicated and, at times, depleting. We
- [ISCA Webinar:  Attracting and Retaining Talent for Independent School Leadership](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-attracting-and-retaining-talent-for-independent-school-leadership/) - ISCA members have ranked the 'attraction and retention of independent school talent' as the #1 issue facing independent schools in 2023. What can boards do to partner with and support the HOS in the attraction and retention of faculty and staff? Similarly, what can boards do to retain their HOS? Disruptive HOS departures are on
- [Chair Chat:  Preparing for your Incoming Head of School](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-preparing-for-your-incoming-head-of-school/) - If you will be going through a Head of School transition at the end of this year, join your fellow Board Chairs for this facilitated conversation to discuss how you are preparing for your new Head of School. Facilitated by Samantha Cross and Georgy Ann Peluchiwski *Note that published event times are Eastern
- [ISCA Webinar:  Should You Ever Consider Lowering Tuition?](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-should-you-ever-consider-lowering-tuition/) - Join Terry Moore, ISM consultant, as he discusses the recent article, "Tuition: Ability to Pay vs. Willingness to Pay,” published by NAIS Vice President Mark Mitchell. The article offers guidance on how to classify your school’s enrollment struggles by differentiating between ‘ability’ to pay vs ‘willingness’ to pay and provides advice on how to overcome
- [ISCA Webinar:  The Board and School Cybersecurity](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-the-board-and-school-cybersecurity/) - 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
- [Chair Chat -  How Boards Can Support Their School Community from Microaggression](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-how-boards-can-support-their-school-community-from-microaggression/) - 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
- [Chair Chat  -  For Chairs with a New Head of School in '22](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-for-chairs-with-a-new-head-of-school-in-22/) - Do 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.
- [ISCA Webinar:  Building Great Board Meeting Agendas:  Intentionally Getting Into the Weeds](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-building-great-board-meeting-agendas-intentionally-getting-into-the-weeds/) - 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: Who should provide
- [ISCA Annual Membership Meeting](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-annual-membership-meeting/) - 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
- [ISCA Webinar: The Future of Education in a Globally Interconnected World](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-the-future-of-education-in-a-globally-interconnected-world/) - 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
- [ISCA Webinar:  The Aftermath of the Pandemic -  A New Independent School Landscape](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-the-aftermath-of-the-pandemic-a-new-independent-school-landscape/) - 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
- [New Chair Chat](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-chat-4/) - 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! *Note
- [New Chair Chat](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-chat-3/) - 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! *Note
- [New Chair Chat](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-chat-2/) - 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! *Note
- [New Chair Chat](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-chat/) - 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! *Note
- [Chair Chat -  Risk Management Committees](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-chat-risk-management-committees/) - 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: Risk Management Committee charters; issues that are covered by this committee;
- [ISCA Webinar:  Creating a Support & Evaluation Process for a Head of School: The First Year and Beyond](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-creating-a-support-evaluation-process-for-a-head-of-school-the-first-year-and-beyond/) - 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. Presented by: Zachary
- [ISCA Webinar:  Head of School Database  - A Vital Resource for Independent School Board Leaders](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-head-of-school-database-a-vital-resource-for-independent-school-board-leaders/) - 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
- [New Chair at the Table](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-at-the-table-2/) - 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.
- [Chair-Elect Information Session](https://iscachairs.org/event/chair-elect-information-session/) - 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
- [ISCA Webinar:  Organizing for the Board's DEI Work](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-organizing-for-the-boards-dei-work/) - 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
- [ISCA Webinar:  Considerations for Head of School Feedback and Evaluation Design](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-considerations-for-head-of-school-feedback-and-evaluation-design/) - 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
- [ISCA Webinar: Board Guidance for Key Endowment Decisions](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-board-guidance-for-key-endowment-decisions/) - 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
- [ISCA Member Roundtable](https://iscachairs.org/event/1881/) - 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. Dates for the Roundtable
- [ISCA Webinar:  Decision Making in Times of Uncertainty](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-decision-making-in-times-of-uncertainty/) - 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
- [ISCA Webinar:  Board Chair Succession -  How to Create a Successful Transition](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-board-chair-succession-how-to-create-a-successful-transition/) - 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. What are the governance issues?
- [ISCA Webinar:  What Board Chairs Wish Heads of School Knew About Their Role](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-what-board-chairs-wish-heads-of-school-knew-about-their-role/) - 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
- [ISCA Webinar:  What Every Board Should Know About Bylaws](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-what-every-board-should-know-about-bylaws/) - 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
- [ISCA Webinar:  Who Decides?...And How Do You Decide Who Decides?](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-who-decides-and-how-do-you-decide-who-decides/) - 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. In today’s complex, and sometime
- [ISCA Chair Chat -  Board Dashboards](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-board-dashboards/) - 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. Facilitated by Georgy Ann Peluchiwsky, Travis Warren and Matt Wojewuczki Note: Published meeting times are Eastern Time
- [ISCA Webinar: Inclusivity in Fundraising -  The Board's Role](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-inclusivity-in-fundraising-the-boards-role/) - 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
- [ISCA Experienced Board Chairs](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-experienced-board-chairs/) - 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
- [ISCA New Chair Chats](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-new-chair-chats-2/) - 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. Dates for ISCA New Chats are: Thursday, October
- [ISCA Webinar: People and Perimeter - Defining School Safety and Security](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-people-and-perimeter-defining-school-safety-and-security/) - What is the Board's role in ensuring that their school is safe and secure? Delivering 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
- [ISCA Webinar:  Appointing an Interim Head of School:  When? Why? How?](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-appointing-an-interim-head-of-school-when-why-how-2/) - 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
- [ISCA Chair Chat:  Back to School](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-back-to-school/) - ISCA Chair Chats are designed to have board chairs connect with each other through facilitated conversation and are less formal than ISCA webinars. As we are preparing for 'back to school,' this Chair Chat will allow members to share what governance related challenges they may be facing as we start a new school year with
- [ISCA Webinar:  Navigating Legal Risk as a New Board Chair -  Tips, Traps and the Top Ten Risks](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-navigating-legal-risk-as-a-new-board-chair-tips-traps-and-the-top-ten-risks/) - In this lively and interactive session, experienced education and employment lawyer Sara Schwartz will facilitate a a conversation for independent school board chairs about this year's top legal issues. Kathryn Francis, Immediate Past Chair of The Hockaday School, will join Sara to offer a practical, experienced Board Chair perspective. Sara and Kathryn will discuss how
- [New Chair at the Table](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-at-the-table/) - If you are a new board chair in 2021, this training is for you! We will help you prepare for a successful tenure as Board Chair! See program details on our website. This training is free for members and $425 for non-members. Program dates are July 14, 21 and 28, 2021.
- [ISCA Webinar:  Appointing an Interim Head of School:  When? Why? How?](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-appointing-an-interim-head-of-school-when-why-how/) - RESCHEDULED FOR FALL 2021! NEW DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED! 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
- [ISCA Webinar:  Beyond Admit!](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-beyond-admit/) - Join AISAP Executive Director, Janice Crampton, for an interactive session focused on the understanding of admission and enrollment as a practice and a strategy towards mission promises and financial thrive-ability. Goals of this session include: Develop an understanding of the six key influences that drive enrollment management. Highlight the areas needing Board support and guidance
- [ISCA Fall Governance Conference](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-fall-governance-conference/) - SAVE THE DATE - October 28 -29, 2021 ISCA 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
- [ISCA Webinar: Start Strong - Effective Strategies for Onboarding New Trustees](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-start-strong-effective-strategies-for-onboarding-new-trustees/) - As you prepare to welcome new members to your board, a well-designed onboarding process will help ensure they become engaged and skilled trustees who will make meaningful contributions in the years to come. Anne Marie Balzano will share research based recommendations for orienting and supporting new trustees during the first year. Presented by: Anne Marie
- [ISCA Webinar:  Hope, Anxiety, Fantasy & Reality:  The Board's Role in Onboarding a New, but Experienced, Head of School](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-hope-anxiety-fantasy-reality-the-boards-role-in-onboarding-a-new-but-experienced-head-of-school/) - The arrival of a new Head triggers an inevitable range of emotions and expectations in every school community. Although much of the focus is on the new Head’s actions as they enter a school community, the transition to new leadership is ultimately the Board’s responsibility. This webinar will provide an overview of the Board’s responsibility
- [ISCA Webinar:  Supporting the First-Time Head of School](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-supporting-the-first-time-head-of-school/) - First-time Heads of School present different challenges and opportunities as they approach their work with the Board and other school constituencies. In this webinar, you will learn how to best approach onboarding and supporting the first-time Head of School to ensure success and help them flourish in their new role. From Board to budget to
- [ISCA New Chair Chats](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-new-chair-chats/) - ISCA members who are new Board Chairs in the '20 - '21 year are invited to join this series of conversations that will give new chairs the opportunity to share their experiences and challenges during their first year as Board Chair and find support and guidance from our experienced board chair facilitators. All ISCA New
- [ISCA Chair Chat:  Strategies for Board Chairs to Help Prevent COVID Related Burnout in Heads of School](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-strategies-for-board-chairs-to-help-prevent-covid-related-burnout-in-head-of-school/) - While stress, even in the most harmonious of environments, can be an expected part of a Head of School's position, nothing could have prepared them, or you, for the overwhelming demands and challenges that have been faced in this past year. As board chairs, you have expressed concern for your Heads during this time and
- [ISCA Webinar:  COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout - Policy and Risk Management Recommendations for Independent School Boards](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-covid-19-vaccine-rollout-policy-and-risk-management-recommendations-for-independent-school-boards/) - Vaccines against the coronavirus will soon be available to K-12 educators and staff (if not already), so it is time to start planning for the rollout at your school. As school governance leaders, it is important for you to understand which approaches will promote campus health and safety, and when and how schools need to
- [ISCA Chair Chat - Rethinking Board and Committee Structures](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-rethinking-board-and-committee-structures/) - In response to member interest in discussing how boards are organizing themselves with regard to board and committee structure, governance expert, Cathy Trower, will facilitate a conversation among members highlighting important considerations to take into account on this topic. Two ISCA board chairs, Stacie Lissette of Mercersburg Academy and Derek Jokelson of The Philadelphia School,
- [ISCA Webinar:  Memorializing the Work of the Board - Proactive Strategies for Creating and Maintaining Board Documents](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-memorializing-the-work-of-the-board-proactive-strategies-for-creating-and-maintaining-board-documents/) - The memorialization and documentation of the work of the Board is unfortunately an area that is often left to chance. Bylaws, Board minutes, committee reports and the other documents created as part of the board’s work are all necessary materials that boards are obligated to maintain and can support the school in times of crises.
- [ISCA Chair Chat:  Improving the Performance of Committees and Committee Chairs](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-improving-the-performance-of-committees-and-committee-chairs/) - Committee work is the engine of the board and where trustees are most engaged in their board work. Board Chairs can create the right conditions for committee chairs to effectively lead their committees and create paths for leadership development. In this session, you will learn how to create the right conditions to support successful committee
- [ISCA Chair Chat:  Customized Tuition Models -  Are They Right for Your School?](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-customized-tuition-models-are-they-right-for-your-school/) - In the independent school community, there has been a lot of interest in removing 'financial aid' stigmas, diversifying the socioeconomic profile of students to avoid the 'barbell effect,' and creating more equity among students and families. Alternative tuition models that do away with traditional financial aid are appealing but what are the risks and benefits
- [ISCA Chair Chat:  Managing Rogue Trustees](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-managing-rogue-trustees/) - Every board probably has those one or two trustees who can be difficult to manage. If left unchecked, even one rogue trustee can upend the dynamics of the entire board. Join experienced board chairs, Lee Dieck and Georgy Ann Peluchiwski, to discuss strategies and get advice on managing your more challenging trustees. Facilitators: Lee
- [ISCA Webinar:  The COVID-19 Disruption (Part 2):  What Should Our School Do?](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-the-covid-19-disruption-part-2-what-should-our-school-do/) - In this second webinar of a two-part series, Terry Moore of ISM, will discuss how your school can respond to the predicted shift in the independent school marketplace. Learn about the mergers and acquisitions mindset that is settling into schools; evaluate whether or not your school should consider a merger opportunity and learn how mergers
- [ISCA Webinar: The COVID-19 Disruption (Part 1): What's Next for Independent Schools and Why?](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-the-covid-19-disruption-part-1-whats-next-for-independent-schools-and-why/) - In the first of this two-part webinar series, Terry Moore of ISM will share ISM's prospective on the predicted impact of COVID-19 on the indepedent school market including what is changing in the competitive landscape marketplace and why. Learn to assess how vulnerable your school is to the market shift. Presented by Terry Moore, Executive
- [ISCA Webinar:  Don't Let A Good Pandemic Go To Waste](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-dont-let-a-good-pandemic-go-to-waste/) - The pandemic of 2020 has tested the stamina and creativity of school leadership and revealed the culture and functionality of the board and board/head partnership. On reflection, what has this crisis illuminated about education, governance, and leadership? How might Board leaders and Heads of School reflect upon and examine the new challenges and opportunities facing
- [ISCA Webinar:  Independent School Trends Every Board Chair Should Know](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-independent-school-trends-every-board-chair-should-know/) - Boards have a responsibility to be aware of trends that depict the independent school landscape and reflect emerging changes in that landscape. Being aware of those trends will help inform the board's critical decision making and strategic palnning for their school. In this webinar, Amada Torres will share highlights from the 2020-2021 NAIS Trendbook including
- [ISCA Webinar:  The Chair's Role in Driving Capital Campaign Success](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-the-chairs-role-in-driving-capital-campaign-success/) - Learn the unique roles and responsibilities of the Board Chair leading up to and during a Capital Campaign. Understand the characteristics of capital campaign fundraising and how to prepare your board for their required engagement. How will you assess if your school is truly ready to embark on this path towards a successful outcome? Herb
- [ISCA Fall Governance Conference 2020](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-fall-governance-conference-2020/) - Save-The-Date!! Mark your calendars to join us for ISCA's Fall Governance Conference! We will miss seeing you in person this year, but we look forward to connecting with you through our virtual conference! Instead of the full day program we had scheduled for October 23rd, we will be offering the same great, interactive program over
- [COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chat](https://iscachairs.org/event/covid-19-isca-chair-chat-4/) - Now that the new school year has kicked off either either virtually, in-person or as a hybrid model, we want to check in to see how you are doing. How is reopening going? What issues are coming up for you as Chair or for your board. We will use this time to check-in, share experiences,
- [ISCA Webinar:  Insurance, Risk Management & Legal Considerations in Operating During COVID-19](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-insurance-risk-management-legal-considerations-in-operating-during-covid-19/) - Co-Presenters, Ronald Wanglin and Michael Blacher will address liability insurance issues related to school reopenings, waivers, and the landscape looking forward relative to insurance and risk management. Ron Wanglin is Chairman of the Board of the risk management and insurance firm, Bolton & Company Michael Blacher is a Partner at the law firm, Liebert, Cassidy
- [ISCA Webinar:  Reopening and Staying Open](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-reopening-and-staying-open/) - Dr. David Rubin, Director of the PolicyLab of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, will discuss the health and safety considerations of reopening and staying open for in-person learning. Dr. Rubin will review the PolicyLab's reopening guidance issued on 8/6/20, and will be available to answer your questions and address your health and safety concerns. If you
- [New Chair at the Table - A Training for New Board Chairs](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-chair-at-the-table-a-training-for-new-board-chairs/) - Are you a first year Board Chair or Chair Elect? This special training created by experienced independent school board chairs especially for you will help you get off to a great start in your new leadership role. We have identified the unique responsibilities, skills and relationships that independent school board chairs have and included them
- [ISCA Chair Chat on DEI:  DEI Conversations in The Gordon School Boardroom](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-on-dei-dei-conversations-in-the-gordon-school-boardroom/) - After more than 15 years of committed work and progress on DEI issues, The Gordon School’s current Head of School and Board Chair will discuss lessons learned in navigating these complex and nuanced conversations and offer suggestions for Board Chairs who are facilitating these discussions. They will review the progress they have made, the pivotal
- [ISCA Chair Chat on DEI:  Governance Responsibilities of DEI](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-chair-chat-on-dei-governance-responsibilities-of-dei/) - ISCA Chair Chats are facilitated conversations with ISCA board chairs to share information and find support in our peer network. This DEI Chair Chat is the first in a series that begins with a discussion on the foundational responsibilities for boards to engage in DEI work and the guiding principles to create a structure to
- [COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chat:  Value Proposition and Tuition](https://iscachairs.org/event/covid-19-isca-chair-chat-value-proposition-and-tuition/) - How should boards approach the issue of tuition reimbursements, partial refunds, discounted tuition in the context of the school's value proposition, and uncertainty of fall enrollment? How do you assess potential long term impacts of short term tuition policy decisions? Once decisions are made, how should a communication strategy be crafted? What is the board’s
- [ISCA Webinar Series:  Enduring in Spite of Calamity - Making Time for the Work that Matters!](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-series-enduring-in-spite-of-calamity-making-time-for-the-work-that-matters/) - Numerous agencies estimate that as many as 15% of America's private schools are operating on the fiscal edge of viability. How can Boards free up as much as 40% of their meeting to focus on the issues that really matter? It sounds like a pipe dream, but research has proven that it's possible. In this
- [COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chat](https://iscachairs.org/event/covid-19-isca-chair-chat-3/) - COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chats are facilitated conversations that provide an opportunity for ISCA Board Chairs to share information, ask questions and receive support during these challenging circumstances.
- [COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chat](https://iscachairs.org/event/covid-19-isca-chair-chat-2/) - COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chats are facilitated conversations that provide an opportunity for ISCA Board Chairs to share information, ask questions and receive support during these challenging circumstances.
- [New Board Chair Group Call](https://iscachairs.org/event/new-board-chair-group-call/) - If you are a new board chair in the '19 - '20 year and ISCA member, please join us for this group call that is designed to provide peer networking and support to first time board chairs. Experienced ISCA board chairs will help facilitate the call.
- [COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chat:  Executing Board Oversight Responsibilities](https://iscachairs.org/event/covid-19-isca-chair-chat-executing-board-oversight-responsibilities/) - Effective governance during a crisis is challenging. Boards are often criticized for not doing enough or being in the weeds. Are you clear about your responsibilities and where decision making lies during this crisis? Join your fellow board chairs in discussing how you are navigating your goverance responsibilities and providing oversight on health and safety
- [COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chat:  Contingency Planning for Fall 2020](https://iscachairs.org/event/covid-19-isca-chair-chat-contingency-planning-for-fall-2020/) - In light of the uncertain trajectory of the COVID-19 crisis, boards need to insure that their school is prepared for various scenarios in the fall. Join your fellow board chairs in discussing what contingney plans should be deliberated in preparation for fall 2020. Guest facilitators are John Farber and his fellow partners from RG175.
- [COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chat:  Strategic Opportunities to Promote Your School](https://iscachairs.org/event/covid-19-isca-chair-chat-strategic-opportunities-to-promote-your-school/) - Are there new and creative ways to position the school in a positive light as a result of the challenges encountered by the COVID-19 crisis? Join your fellow ISCA board chairs to discuss ways to think strategically about your school and its market sustainability through this crisis. Guest facilitators will be John Farber and his
- [COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chat:  How the Board Can Support Fundraising During the COVID-19 Crisis](https://iscachairs.org/event/covid-19-isca-chair-chat-how-the-board-can-support-fundraising-during-the-covid-19-crisis/) - Join your fellow Board Chairs for a conversation on how Trustees can play an important role in donor relations and fundraising efforts during this crisis. Fundraising experts, Rob Bull and Kate Luke of The Compass Group, will join us for this conversation and lend their guidance and expertise.
- [COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chat:  HOS Transition](https://iscachairs.org/event/covid-19-isca-chair-chat-hos-transition/) - For those members that have a new Head of School beginning this summer, we invite you to join the conversation about how you are managing this transition amidst this crisis and potential continuing social distancing recommendations. Share your concerns and ideas with your peers who are managing the same thing. We will be joined by
- [ISCA Webinar Series:  Contracts and Compensation for the Head of School:  Tips, Traps and Best Practices in General and in the COVID-19 Context](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-series-the-boards-fiduciary-responsibilities-for-the-head-of-school-compensation-package/) - Join ISCA for a webinar led by Sara Goldsmith Schwartz, founder and president of Schwartz Hannum PC and counsel to more than 250 educational institutions. Sara will provide independent schools’ Board Chairs with an overview of the Head of School contract process – both initial and renewal contracts. Sara will outline the key terms to
- [COVID-19 ISCA Chair Chat](https://iscachairs.org/event/covid-19-isca-chair-chat/) - Join ISCA for a live video conference call facilitated by ISCA leadership and NAIS, Director of Leadership and Governance, Anne-Marie Balzano to discuss the issues and concerns Board Chairs are facing during this COVID-19 crisis. We want to support you as you navigate these unprecedented events and there is value in sharing and learning from
- [ISCA Webinar Series:  Sustainability - The Board's Critical Strategic Decision](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-series-sustainability-the-boards-critical-strategic-decision/) - Sustainability is a term that is often misunderstood and misapplied to an independent school. In this webinar, Terry Moore will help us understand that long-term sustainability is based upon decisions and choices that the Board makes. Further, we will look at ISM's research-based Stability Markers so that you will be well-prepared to help your Board
- [ISCA Webinar Series:  Managing Conflict-of-Interest Challenges for Independent School Boards, Including Parent Board Members](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-series-managing-conflict-of-interest-challenges-for-independent-school-boards-including-parent-board-members/) - As Board Chair, how you manage conflicts of interest and assure open and honest deliberation affects all aspects of your school’s operations and is critical to making good decisions, avoiding legal problems and public scandals, and remaining focused on your school’s mission. You value your board members for their personal and professional knowledge, experience and
- [ISCA Webinar Series:  How the Board Chair, Head of School and Legal Counsel Can Best Work Together Routinely and During A Crisis](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-webinar-series-how-the-board-chair-head-of-school-and-legal-counsel-can-best-work-together-routinely-and-during-a-crisis/) - In this lively, interactive webinar format, experienced legal counsel to hundreds of independent schools will discuss the following critical governance questions: • When should the Head of School call the Board Chair – and/or legal counsel – to resolve an issue? • When should the Board Chair involve the Executive Committee (or the entire Board)?
- [ISCA Member Dinner Reception](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-member-dinner-reception/) - Enjoy the company of your fellow ISCA members at The Penn Club the night before our ISCA conference. It is a wonderful opportunity to meet and network with colleagues before the conference the following day! Guests are welcome to join you; we hope to see you there! Go to the 'Fall Conference 2019' menu heading
- [ISCA Webinar Series:  </br>Setting Yourself Up for Success:  Tips for New Board Chairs](https://iscachairs.org/event/setting-yourself-up-for-success-tips-for-new-board-chairs/) - If you are a newly elected Board Chair at your school, congratulations! This webinar is designed to help you both enjoy and succeed in your new leadership role by providing you with practical guidance and tips for your first year. The role of Board Chair will present unique challenges and may demand a different skill
- [ISCA 2019 Fall Governance Conference](https://iscachairs.org/event/isca-2019-fall-governance-conference/) - Save The Date! See conference details under the Fall Conference 2019 menu heading.
- [Governance Responsibilities for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion](https://iscachairs.org/event/governance-responsibilities-for-diversity-equity-and-inclusion/) - Why are diversity, equity, and inclusion so critical for educational environments, and what is the role of an independent school board when it comes to fostering and supporting a school’s commitment to these principles? This one-hour virtual conference will provide a rationale, framework, and actionable “what now?” steps that boards can take, both to assess
- [Webinar:  Transforming the Head Search Process:  Hiring For Leadership vs the Resumé](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-transforming-the-head-search-process-hiring-for-leadership-vs-the-resume/) - Hiring the next Head for your school is a very challenging process with sometimes less than ideal results. There is growing concern across the country among the independent school community about the frequency of Head transitions and the duration of tenure. Tom Olverson has been discussing the growing concern of Head leadership, the inherent shortcomings
- [Webinar:  What Innovative Boards Should Be Considering in Today's Independent School Landscape](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-what-innovative-boards-should-be-considering-in-todays-independent-school-landscape/) - Is your board of trustees focused solely on the problems of today, or is there time in the agenda to address the challenges and opportunities of the future? Join NAIS Chief Innovation Officer Tim Fish to discuss how boards can respond to the demands of an ever-changing educational landscape with increasing market and financial pressures,
- [Webinar:  Leveraging The Board's Collective Network to Ensure Fiscal and Reputational Sustainability](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-leveraging-the-boards-collective-network-to-ensure-fiscal-and-reputational-sustainability/) - Marketing-savvy independent school trustees recognize that their school’s sustainability will increasingly depend on creating partnerships with the regional community. These alliances – strategically important to creating a robust public presence – will attract future enrollment, enhance learning, and power-up fundraising. As a board chair, insure all your members know how to maximize their ambassadorial role.
- [Webinar:  The Role of the Board in a Crisis:  Hope is Not a Strategy](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-the-role-of-the-board-in-a-crisis-hope-is-not-a-strategy/) - When the school is in crisis, the head of school expects and needs their board chair to be a partner and provide strategic guidance. While schools excel at preparing for weather and fire, crisis preparation is often a footnote. Crisis planning and training should be at the top of school and board leadership’s to do list.
- [Webinar: Creating Customized Benchmarking Reports for your Board](https://iscachairs.org/event/creating-customized-benchmarking-reports-for-your-board/) - As your Board discusses key issues like tuition increases, admissions trends, parent participation in annual giving, do you evaluate your school’s trends on key issues over time? How does your school’s trend in admissions compare to other independent schools in your geographic area or compare to other schools of the same type and size? Learn
- [Webinar:  How to Best Evaluate Your Head of School](https://iscachairs.org/event/how-to-best-evaluate-your-head-of-school/) - Effective performance evaluations for your Head of School are indispensable in assuring that the board and the Head are aligned on executing your school’s strategy and driving the culture that you believe will enable your school to thrive. During this webinar your will learn The power of aligning your school’s strategy and culture. How to
- [Webinar: The Road Ahead — Key Trends Impacting Private Schools](https://iscachairs.org/event/the-road-ahead-key-trends-impacting-private-schools/) - There is a convergence of forces today that, taken together, are providing a perfect storm scenario for K-12 private schools. Changing demographics, increased school choice, changing consumer attitudes, a new generation of parents, and rising tuitions are deeply affecting our markets and impacting enrollment goals. This presentation will explore these forces and outline actions a
- [Webinar: Protecting Student Privacy and Cybersecurity Threats](https://iscachairs.org/event/protecting-student-privacy-and-cybersecurity-threats/) - Does your school have adequate policies and procedures in place to address student privacy rights? Has your school considered privacy and data security in connection with the use of online resources? Federal laws and regulations pertinent to student records will be discussed along with suggestions on how your Board, in its governance and oversight role,
- [Webinar: Understanding Best Practices for Data Security at Your School](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-understanding-best-practices-for-data-security-at-your-school/) - Every independent school faces enormous challenges in managing and protecting sensitive student data within their information systems. It is not a question of if you will be involved in a data breach or similar data security challenge, but when. It is imperative that schools put in place robust security and privacy safeguards. In this session,
- [Webinar:  Measuring the Health of School Culture - The Power of Engagement](https://iscachairs.org/event/webinar-measuring-the-health-of-school-culture-the-power-of-engagement/) - Today, independent school Boards are expected to know more about the health of the schools they serve than just what is revealed in fiscal, enrollment and fundraising vital signs. Insights into school culture come through such things as how people feel they are treated and in whether employees and current parents feel positively connected to

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