Admissions professionals serve as the “front lines” for the promotion and marketing of our schools. In so many cases they are the first contact families have with a school, and they are tasked with conveying the life and mission of a school, as well as answering the variety of questions that families may ask. Approved by the Governing Board in 2024, this publication outlines best practices for the Episcopal school admissions office. It is intended to support all Episcopal schools in incorporating Episcopal identity into their marketing and communications, and to highlight the essential role of admissions in expressing and advancing that identity as central to the school’s mission.
Read More » The Weekly Meditation is a regular email to NAES members. These pithy and thoughtful “e-homilies” about the rhythm and culture of Episcopal schools, their Episcopal identity, the demands of leadership, and the education and moral development of students are intended to comfort, provoke, encourage, and nourish school leaders. Following on the two prior volumes that covered 2011–2017, this third collection is also sure to open the world of Episcopal schools to the wider school community and The Episcopal Church.
Read More » This full color poster and pamphlet, newly updated and revised in 2022, examines the key characteristics common to all Episcopal schools, including aspects of Episcopal identity, faith-life, chapel, moral development, academic excellence, and social justice.
Read More » Begun in September 2011, the Weekly Meditation is a regular email from the Reverend Daniel R. Heischman, executive director of the National Association of Episcopal Schools, to the Association’s member heads, rectors, and chaplains. Oftentimes, they are forwarded to greater constituencies within school communities. NAES is delighted to publish these pieces from this endeavor’s second three school years (2014-2017) in this volume, making them available to the wider school community and The Episcopal Church.
Read More » The ministry of a school chaplain, in Episcopal schools, is both a time-honored one, as well as one that currently exists amidst a great deal of change. Adopted by the NAES Governing Board in 2016, this document highlights the potential for school chaplaincy and serves as a resource for a school for the evaluation of the chaplain position, as a vehicle for the review of Episcopal identity, and an aid in formulating a position description and search tool for a new chaplain. This title is available only in bundles of 25 copies. Prices are per bundle.
Read More » By weaving the principles of equity and justice into the very fabric of the school’s overall life, Episcopal schools ensure that their missions are built on the sure foundation of a Christian love that guides and challenges all who attend our schools to build lives of genuine meaning, purpose and service. Adopted by the NAES Governing Board in 2013, this document outlines ideals to which Episcopal schools aspire. It is intended to assist Episcopal schools of all sizes and constellations in their efforts to develop meaningful programs, policies, and curricula, and serves as a useful tool for the ongoing assessment of this work.
Read More » Adopted by the NAES Governing Board in April 2011, this document is intended to serve as a useful tool for the school's assessment of its chapel program, whether undertaken independently or as part of an accreditation process.
Read More » Reasons for Being: The Culture and Character of Episcopal Schools, first published in 1997, is a collection of essays on foundational, mission-related topics central to Episcopal school identity, governance, and leadership. Newly updated in 2010 and written by Episcopal school leaders and NAES staff members, the fifteen essays examine: the mission and Anglican ethos of Episcopal schools; the history of Episcopal schools and their relationship to the Episcopal Church; the head of school's role; the school as a spiritual community; chapel and worship; religious studies; religious pluralism; early childhood education; community service; and Episcopal schools as just communities. Each essay includes suggested questions for discussion and reflection.
Read More » In keeping with the need to highlight the role that Episcopal identity plays in all aspects of school life, NAES has developed this set of Principles of Good Practice for the Study of Religion in Episcopal Schools.
Read More » Adopted by the NAES Governing Board in September 2009, this document is intended to support the professionals and volunteers of both the church and the school as they seek to create smooth, effective transitions in leadership.
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