New Publication! Weekly Meditations 2017-2021
The final print collection of Weekly Meditations by Dan Heischman, who recently retired as NAES executive director. Now available in the NAES store.
New! About Episcopal Schools, 2nd Ed.
This two-sided, full-color pamphlet and poster from NAES explains what it means to be an Episcopal school and highlights the four pillars of Episcopal identity.
Visit the Online Community
The NAES Online Community is now live! Members can sign in at the link below.
Support Needed in Haiti
In the wake of natural disasters and political turmoil, NAES is often asked how schools and individuals can best support Haiti. Here’s how to help.
Inclusion and Episcopal Identity Statement
Episcopal schools ground their commitment to diversity, inclusion, justice and equity in the words of the Baptismal Covenant—to “seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself” and “to strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being.”
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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.
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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 »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 »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.
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Read Blog Posts »What’s New
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.
This official statement from NAES was affirmed and endorsed by the NAES Governing Board on September 16, 2021.
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Weekly Meditation
A regular, Monday-morning 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 nearly 1,200 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.