The NAIS Board of Trustees, currently composed of 19 individuals, addresses its fiduciary, strategic, and generative duties, led by the officers and the Executive Committee. The full board meets three times a year: in November, in late February or early March, and again in June. Board members serve three-year terms that begin at the Annual Meeting of Members in late February or early March.
Nominate for the NAIS Board of Trustees
NAIS is now accepting nominations for the NAIS Board of Trustees Class of 2030.
When considering candidates for the NAIS Board of Trustees, the committee seeks heads of independent schools and leaders in higher education and education organizations who bring expertise and perspective on the opportunities and challenges shaping independent education today, including:
- Pioneering innovative approaches to education, including the responsible use of AI to advance teaching, learning, and school leadership
- Fostering inclusive and cohesive communities
- Addressing workforce challenges
- Creating sustainable financial models
- Leadership that uses data to inform decision making
NAIS is committed to creating an inclusive board of trustees and particularly encourage the nomination of members of historically underrepresented and marginalized groups. The committee will consider factors such as school/organization type, size, and geographic region.
The deadline to nominate and submit supporting materials is 11:59 PM ET on September 1.