Lead With Clarity.
Summer Institute is now virtual! What that means for you:
REDUCED TUITION | SAVINGS ON TIME AND TRAVEL | SAME HIGH-QUALITY, IN-DEPTH LEARNING
Choose from more than 20 workshops in every area of private school administration to develop new skills, gain confidence in your position, and lead with clarity in 2020 and beyond. Whether you're new to private-independent schools, taking on a fresh position, or looking to master an advanced skill, immerse yourself in the latest research and leading methods at Summer Institute.
We're all in this together. Our professional development events offer guidance, support, and insight to help you lead from a position of strength during this unprecedented time. Let's work together to ensure you're equipped to enter the 2020–21 school year with the research and strategies you need to take on any challenge.
Limited Time Offer: Deposit and Defer Option
Attend any Summer Institute workshop with a $250 deposit paid before the workshop begins. The remaining balance for your workshop is due by December 31, 2020. Email clientsuccess@isminc.com to get started.
How Summer Institute Works
Unlike typical conferences, Summer Institute is a series of 20+ workshops. Most classes are capped at 24 participants, ensuring small class sizes where participants can ask questions, engage one-on-one with the instructor, and truly connect with their classmates.
Summer Institute features training for administrators and faculty leaders at every level, scheduled to optimize networking for like-minded professionals. Classes are created to best suit those who are new to their position, experienced in their role, or are looking for a deeper perspective on a specific topic.
The Confidence You Need to Succeed
Starting a new position or mastering a new skill can be overwhelming. Gain the confidence to perform your job efficiently, backed by over 40 years of institutional knowledge, research, and insight. With a 100% satisfaction guarantee, you can't go wrong. Join hundreds of private school professionals from around the world!
Team savings have been expanded for our summer workshops! Would more than one of your school leaders like to attend Summer Institute? After your school registers your first workshop participant at the General price, all other attendees qualify for Second Person Pricing for any workshop. Call to register: 302-656-4944.
Tangible Resources
Become immersed in core ISM theory throughout your workshop—and learn how to convert that theory to practical application through extensive examples, interactive exercises, and group discussion. Leave with workshop materials and information that can be referenced long after the event concludes, helping you improve your strategies when you're back in your office.
Practical Strategies
Work alongside experienced ISM consultants and private-independent school leaders to formulate practical strategies that you can implement immediately upon your return to campus. Our leaders help you take an objective look at your current operations, form goals, and make plans that will strengthen your school and benefit your students.
Networking
One of the best perks of ISM's workshops! Get to know private-independent school peers from around the world and build relationships that will last for years to come. Meal times and social hours allow for extended opportunities where you can meet fellow attendees and strengthen your professional network, empowering you through lasting connections.
Tune in to our Virtual Summer Institute Open House to hear how you can lead with clarity, no matter what the future holds.
See All Workshops
Leading the Effective Lower School
Date(s): 7/6/2020 — 7/10/2020 ● Status: Confirmed
Learn how to turn your lower school division into an exceptional environment that provides stable, student-centered learning for all families. Discover how to lead your school with integrity and best serve your mission and your community.
This workshop is now virtual! What that means for you:
REDUCED TUITION | SAVINGS ON TIME AND TRAVEL | SAME HIGH-QUALITY, IN-DEPTH LEARNING
$1,799.00
General Price
$999.00 Second Person Pricing
Strategic Financial Planning: A Comprehensive Approach
Date(s): 7/6/2020 — 7/8/2020 ● Status: Confirmed ● Credits: 30 IACP/30 BCP
Strategic planning can help reset a school’s direction and bring about meaningful institutional growth. This workshop will help you understand the important elements to create an effective strategic plan.
This workshop is now virtual! What that means for you:
REDUCED TUITION | SAVINGS ON TIME AND TRAVEL | SAME HIGH-QUALITY, IN-DEPTH LEARNING
$1,199.00
General Price
$799.00 Second Person Pricing
Mastering Your Role as Dean of Students
Date(s): 7/6/2020 — 7/10/2020 ● Status: Confirmed
Examine your work as a Dean and hone your approach to furthering your school’s mission. Work alongside fellow Deans of Students and workshop leaders to better understand your students, set measurable goals, and return to your school with an action plan in hand.
This workshop is now virtual! What that means for you:
REDUCED TUITION | SAVINGS ON TIME AND TRAVEL | SAME HIGH-QUALITY, IN-DEPTH LEARNING
$1,799.00
General Price
$999.00 Second Person Pricing
Leading the Effective Upper School
Date(s): 7/6/2020 — 7/10/2020 ● Status: Confirmed
Attending this workshop will give you the tools you need to work with colleagues, support faculty growth, and foster a healthy, dynamic culture in your division. You will hone your own thinking, develop new ideas and plans, and acquire a network of fellow Upper School division heads—all of which will help you thrive as a successful administrator in today’s independent school market.
This workshop is now virtual! What that means for you:
REDUCED TUITION | SAVINGS ON TIME AND TRAVEL | SAME HIGH-QUALITY, IN-DEPTH LEARNING
$1,799.00
General Price
$999.00 Second Person Pricing
Leading the Effective Middle School
Date(s): 7/6/2020 — 7/10/2020 ● Status: Confirmed
Your middle school community deserves a leader who supports your school’s mission and culture, engages the faculty and staff, and enriches the student experience. Attend this workshop to learn skills, strategies, and tactics based on the latest leadership research. Leave with a custom action plan to move your middle school community forward.
This workshop is now virtual! What that means for you:
REDUCED TUITION | SAVINGS ON TIME AND TRAVEL | SAME HIGH-QUALITY, IN-DEPTH LEARNING
$1,799.00
General Price
$999.00 Second Person Pricing
The Vital Role of the Executive or Administrative Assistant
Date(s): 7/13/2020 — 7/16/2020 ● Status: Confirmed
As private-independent school administrative professionals, you are vital to your school’s operations. Your performance and the value you bring to the table is critical. Lead from your position by partnering with ISM for professional development and peer networking.
This workshop is now virtual! What that means for you:
REDUCED TUITION | SAVINGS ON TIME AND TRAVEL | SAME HIGH-QUALITY, IN-DEPTH LEARNING
$1,499.00
General Price
$899.00 Second Person Pricing
The New Development Director
Date(s): 7/13/2020 — 7/17/2020 ● Status: Confirmed ● Credits: 30 IACP
An understanding of the components of an effective development operation—and how those components interface with your school’s strategic priorities—is critical to your success as a Development Director. The workshop will be presented as a virtual experience on the Canvas learning platform with a combination of synchronous instruction, breakout group work, and work done on the participants’ own time. Instructors will be available for one-on-one coaching as well.
This workshop is now virtual! What that means for you:
REDUCED TUITION | SAVINGS ON TIME AND TRAVEL | SAME HIGH-QUALITY, IN-DEPTH LEARNING
$1,799.00
General Price
$999.00 Second Person Pricing
Mastering Enrollment Management
Date(s): 7/13/2020 — 7/16/2020 ● Status: Confirmed ● Credits: 30 IACP
Note: The date of this workshop has been moved (it was previously scheduled for June 22–25). Questions? Email clientsuccess@isminc.com.
Unveil the root causes for declining enrollment at your private-independent school. Join us and learn how to collect and use data to determine the nature of the decline—and to pinpoint specific strategies to address the contributing factors. You'll also learn to anticipate what might be NEW enrollment management challenges in the wake of COVID-19.
This workshop is now virtual! What that means for you:
REDUCED TUITION | SAVINGS ON TIME AND TRAVEL | SAME HIGH-QUALITY, IN-DEPTH LEARNING
$1,499.00
General Price
$899.00 Second Person Pricing
Southpointe Academy, BC, Canada
Gain Invaluable Information
"This was an excellent workshop—To the point and very well laid out in an easy-to-understand, efficient manner. The leaders were two of the best I've had. They communicated complex ideas in a very efficient way. Both were excellent!"
Mino Padda, Director of Finance and Operations
Salisbury Academy, NC
Build a Lasting Peer Network
"In all of my years in education, this ISM conference was one of the most valuable workshops I have attended. I came to this conference because I never had a mentor in my current role. This conference gave me 20 of those and so much more. I definitely have the tools and strategies I need to be a more effective leader in my school."
Elizabeth Anderson, Lower School Division Director
The Girls’ School of Austin, TX
Be a Confident Leader
"There were so many valuable components to this workshop and I am leaving with a wealth of information, a deeper understanding of my role and practical tools to continue my work. The resources shared with us were excellent - tailored to what we needed and asked for. I’m sure I will be accessing the resource folder for years to come."
Cathleen Eclarinal, Head of School