In an increasingly complex world, leaders in Episcopal schools—of all faith backgrounds—are called to guide their communities with a deep sense of purpose and compassion that embraces the dignity of each community member. The Three C’s Framework offers a faith-centered leadership model that is anchored by the Baptismal COVENANT, modeled after CHRIST, and oriented towards COMMUNITY. This webinar presents a model of Episcopal school leadership that both affirms and strengthens the great work already happening in schools while offering a faith-based strategy to build mission-aligned, inclusive, and Christ-centered communities where all are valued.
Being an independent school leader has never been easy, but things are moving particularly quickly right now. Watch this lively discussion about what is happening in Washington, how it might impact the independent school landscape, and how we might tackle the challenges and harness the opportunities ahead.
As a faculty or staff member, you likely find yourself at the forefront of supporting adolescents with increasingly complex, challenging psychosocial needs. Moreover, students are more likely to seek out a trusted teacher, advisor, or coach for support than to confide directly in a parent or even a school counselor. Drawing from her recent book, Deborah Offner, an adolescent psychologist, will provide a backdrop to Generation Z's concerns and challenges, a quick primer on "normal" adolescent development, and—most importantly—tips and strategies that teachers, deans, coaches, nurses, counselors, and other professionals can put into immediate use with students in distress. We will also consider how you can understand today's parents—and talk to them in a way they can hear—and how you can collaborate with colleagues to best support students and families.
The chaplaincy plays a vital role in Episcopal schools, and a clear understanding of this role is essential for chaplains to thrive. Drawing on insights from the 2024 NAES Chaplaincy Survey Report, this webinar will explore key aspects of chaplaincy and the impactful work of chaplains. Designed for heads of school, administrators, rectors, bishops, and chaplains, this session will provide valuable perspectives to support and strengthen chaplaincy in Episcopal schools.
Sometimes, important lessons can be learned in what not to do! The partnership between head and board chair is critical for the success of the school. Effective partnerships depend on good communication, trust, and collaboration. In this interactive webinar, participants will explore common pitfalls that can prevent a thriving partnership between these two key school leaders.
Living into your school’s Episcopal identity is a critical strategic topic for heads of school. It’s hard work! Success in implementing the board’s vision for a school’s Episcopal identity depends on a highly effective partnership between the head of school and the chaplain. Join us to hear from three pairs of heads of school and chaplains about how they navigate tensions in the chaplaincy and cultivate collaboration in this important work.
Join colleagues for a dynamic exchange of service-learning ideas! This facilitated discussion will highlight both non-fundraising and fundraising service-learning opportunities for students. Come prepared to share your experiences and leave with fresh ideas to bring back to your school.
Nearly two years after the release of ChatGPT, schools are considering how to adopt long-term, sustainable strategies for the rise of generative AI. The first step is to reset our priorities to ensure our approach is mission-aligned and human-centered rather than reactive and proscriptive. In this session, we'll explore four essential priorities: augmentation over automation, literacy over policy, design over technology, and vision over decisions. We'll look at research and use cases from innovative schools. We'll consider how a school's approach to AI can be an asset to its program, its message, and its community.
Episcopal identity informs all aspects of our school life and can be a compelling reason for families to join our communities. How schools live into their Episcopal identity often begins with the admissions process. If you are a head of school, admissions officer, division head, chaplain, or involved in any aspect of the admissions process, this webinar is for you. Join us to learn about the latest NAES Principles of Good Practice: Episcopal Identity and Admissions.
Periodically since 1986, NAIS has surveyed parents to better understand their perceptions of the financial aid process, how they sacrifice to pay tuition, and what feelings are most associated with paying tuition. Join this discussion of the new findings from the 2023-24 How Parents Pay research for insights into where behaviors and emotions have changed and where they’ve stayed the same. Consider how these parent perspectives can inform your financial aid policy, parent education, and affordability communication efforts.
