MAY 2022
From the SAIS President
In this month's letter, SAIS President Debra Wilson encourages us to embrace the awe we find in our schools.
SAIS Board of Trustees: Call for Nominations
Nominations are now being accepted for the SAIS Board of Trustees. Review this information about board service and submit a nomination for yourself or someone else by June 30. The SAIS Governance Committee will process the nominations and present a slate for membership approval at the annual business meeting on October 19. New trustees will begin their terms on January 1, 2023.
Leadership Transitions
A guiding resource for outgoing heads, incoming heads, boards, and other key departments managing a head transition.
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Investing in Early-Career Teachers
Invest in new teachers to increase long-term stability in your school, deepen learning for students, and boost overall retention of faculty.
School Climate and Student Well-Being
The latest research from Authentic Connections shares the aspects of school climate most closely linked with levels of student anxiety, depression, rule-breaking, and substance use.
SAIS Accreditation: Jumping Through Hoops or Getting Engaged?
How do we connect our philosophy and practice? Are we connecting the dots or are we just collecting dots?
Summer Reading List
Including both practical strategies and deeper concepts, we hope you’ll find something to inspire and rejuvenate you this summer. 
Governance Resources
SAIS provides several resources for board guidance, training, self assessment, and head evaluation.
Upcoming Events
JUNE 21-24, SERENBE

JUNE 27-29, ATLANTA

OCT 23-25, NASHVILLE