NAES Conference on DEIJ and Episcopal Identity
As your school prepares to “run the race with perseverance” (Hebrews 12:1), please join NAES and your fellow Episcopal educators in Baltimore for three days of workshops, keynotes, worship, and networking.
Episcopal Schools Celebration 2023
Observed the week beginning with the first Sunday in October, ESC highlights a different aspect of Episcopal school identity and mission through the event’s theme. A free poster is mailed to each member in late August.
Cycle of Prayer
In addition to the commemorations observed by The Episcopal Church, Episcopal schools unite across time and geography as they pray each week’s prayer in chapel. The Cycle of Prayer is now available with dates for 2023–2024.
New! About Episcopal Schools, 2nd Ed.
This two-sided, full-color pamphlet and poster explains what it means to be an Episcopal school and highlights the four pillars of Episcopal identity. Perfect for use in the admissions office or in faculty and staff orientations.
Visit the Online Community
The NAES Online Community is the place to ask the whole community a question, share your successes, and connect with your colleagues. Click below to access the community and join the conversation.
Inclusion and Episcopal Identity Statement
Episcopal schools ground their commitment to diversity, inclusion, justice and equity in the words of the Baptismal Covenant. Click to read more.
Featured Items
This mentoring program provides a unique opportunity for new Episcopal school chaplains to work one-on-one with an experienced mentor, both in-person and via video chat.
Learn More »This double-sided, full-color pamphlet and/or poster from NAES explains the meaning of being an Episcopal school and carefully highlights four pillars of Episcopal identity.
Order Now »The NAES Online Community is the best way for members to connect and collaborate. Get started with the Online Community today by creating a profile or signing in to your NAES account.
Visit the Community »Check out the NAES Career Center to browse open positions in Episcopal schools around the country. Members can use the career center to reach thousands of prospective employees.
Post a Job »NAES membership helps schools dive deeper into what it means to be Episcopal. Membership also provides access to a resource library, specific to Episcopal schools.
View All Services »Timely, sometimes tough, questions and insights from NAES and Episcopal school leaders on leadership, governance, Episcopal identity, community life, and other issues. Read more below.
Read Blog Posts »What’s New
NAES is pleased to announce the recent election of David L. Baad, Khadija A. Fredericks, the Rev. Allison Read, and Patrick H. F. Roberts.
Two new NAES publications are now available for sale in the NAES store. “About Episcopal Schools” is a perfect resource for your admissions office to help explain Episcopal identity.
As Dan Heischman retires after 15 years as Executive Director, NAES thanks him for his dedicated service.
Today the Supreme Court released its decision in the case of Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. Here is the Presiding Bishop’s statement.
NAES is pleased to announce that Farrah Stephenson will be joining the NAES staff as Member Services & Events Coordinator, beginning February 16, 2022.
Monica brings a wealth of experience leading schools, and her depth of knowledge will be of tremendous benefit to all Episcopal schools.
In acknowledgment of our retiring Executive Director’s incredible service to Episcopal schools, the Endowment Fund will be renamed in his honor.
NAES is pleased to announce that presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jon Meacham will deliver a keynote address at Biennial Conference 2022 in San Antonio.
Heather Zrubek will be leaving NAES to take a new position in Dallas, TX. Please join us in congratulating her on this new opportunity as we wish her a fond farewell.
Upcoming Events
Weekly Meditation
A weekly email message from the Rev. David A. Madison, our executive director, to NAES member heads, rectors, and chaplains.
The Commons: Our Blog
Timely, sometimes tough, questions and insights from NAES and Episcopal school leaders on leadership, governance, Episcopal identity, community life, and other issues.
Excellence depends upon association. No important enterprise can flourish without the strength that comes from moral support, from the exchange of ideas, from mutual encouragement and criticism.
Canon for Academic Ministries
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Who We Are
The National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) is an independent, 501(c)(3), voluntary membership organization that supports, serves, and advocates for the vital work and ministry of approximately 800 Episcopal schools, early childhood education programs, and school establishment efforts throughout The Episcopal Church.
Chartered in 1965, with historic roots dating to the 1930s, NAES is the only pre-collegiate educational association that is both national in scope and Episcopal in character.
NAES advances Episcopal education and strengthens Episcopal schools through essential services, resources, conferences, and networking opportunities on Episcopal school identity, leadership, and governance, and on the spiritual and professional development of school leaders.