The Discussion Guide for Leadership Teams and Boards is designed to help independent school leaders engage in strategic, forward-looking conversations. Drawing on timely trends, in-depth analysis, and guiding questions, this resource encourages leadership teams and boards to reflect collaboratively on the issues shaping independent schools today—and prepare for what lies ahead.
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What You’ll Find in the Guide
- Trend highlights across four key areas:
- Enrollment and the Education Landscape
- Workforce Challenges and the Teacher Pipeline
- The Student Experience
- Effective Independent School Governance
- Guiding questions to facilitate meaningful discussions with your leadership team and board.
- Curated NAIS resources to deepen understanding and support strategic decision-making.
This guide is designed to spark collaborative thinking and help your school explore solutions that align with your mission, community, and goals.
The Value of NAIS Membership
As the national voice for independent schools, NAIS brings together school leaders who are committed to strengthening their institutions through connection, reflection, and strategic foresight.
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From the Field: Voices of Independent School Leaders
“I count on NAIS to be that forward-thinking expert, helping me stay ahead of trends.”
“To have a national organization we can turn to as a trusted authority is incredibly important.”
“The NAIS network reminds us that we’re part of something bigger than ourselves.”
Watch the videos below to hear from school heads about why they value NAIS membership:
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