Events For Every Position

ISM Learning Events offer a rich blend of industry expertise, mentorship, and networking.
Learning Events
Learning Events

Advancement Academy: Start the school year off strong! This transformative opportunity provides leaders in Admission, Development, Fundraising, Marketing & Communications, and School Heads to come together over the summer to collaborate on advancement initiatives and strategies. 

Summer Institute: Whether you’re new to independent schools, hoping to excel in a recent promotion, or looking to master a specific skill, explore the latest research, leading methodology, and best practices in our Summer Institute workshops.

Virtual Workshops: Dig into the “nuts and bolts” around your day-to-day operations from the comfort of campus. Our Virtual Workshops, offered at various times throughout the school year, address questions and deliver solutions you can implement right away for immediate impact in your role.

Webinars: Bite-sized professional development for all positions on a wide variety of topics and led by industry experts. Our webinars are offered throughout the school year.

Heads Retreat: Designed for Heads of School, this retreat-style event provides time to refocus, reflect, and discuss emerging trends alongside peers who understand the critical and unique role of headship.

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Student-Centered Scheduling Design

Date(s): 3/17/2025 — 3/21/2025 Status: Open

Examine the latest research in scheduling and classroom instruction to guarantee that your schedule maximizes student learning.

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$2,960.00
General & Silver

$2,660.00 Gold

$2,360.00 3+ Person

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(Re)Build a Strong Advisory Program

Date(s): 4/28/2025 — 5/1/2025 Status: Open

Create and implement a thriving advisory program to support your middle and upper school students.

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$2,220.00
General & Silver

$1,995.00 Gold

$1,776.00 3+ Person

Early Bird

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Leading the Effective Lower School

Date(s): 7/14/2025 — 7/18/2025 Location: Philadelphia, PA Status: Open

Transform your lower school into a thriving, student-focused learning community using proven, research-driven strategies.

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$4,495.00
General & Silver

$3,995.00 Gold

$3,995.00 3+ Person

Early Bird

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Leading the Effective Upper School

Date(s): 7/14/2025 — 7/18/2025 Location: Philadelphia, PA Status: Open

Discover and refine your personal leadership style as you reflect on strategies for faculty evaluation, navigating change, fostering a healthy school culture, and designing a modern schedule.

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$4,495.00
General & Silver

$3,995.00 Gold

$3,995.00 3+ Person

Early Bird

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Chairing Your Department: The First Five Years

Date(s): 7/14/2025 — 7/18/2025 Location: Philadelphia, PA Status: Open

Strengthen your leadership skills, enhance your communication abilities, manage your team with confidence, and align your efforts with your school’s mission and long-term goals.

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$4,495.00
General & Silver

$3,995.00 Gold

$3,995.00 3+ Person

Early Bird

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Leading the Effective Middle School

Date(s): 7/14/2025 — 7/18/2025 Location: Philadelphia, PA Status: Open

Learn how to uphold your school’s mission and culture, engage faculty and staff, and enhance the student experience.

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$4,495.00
General & Silver

$3,995.00 Gold

$3,995.00 3+ Person

Early Bird

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Balance Your Roles as Upper School Dean of Students

Date(s): 7/14/2025 — 7/18/2025 Location: Philadelphia, PA Status: Open

Navigate your dynamic and expanding role as an upper school dean of students with confidence, always keeping students at the center of your decisions.

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$4,495.00
General & Silver

$3,995.00 Gold

$3,995.00 3+ Person

Early Bird

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14th Annual Advancement Academy

Date(s): 7/21/2025 — 1/24/2025 Location: Redondo Beach, CA Status: Open

The ISM Advancement Academy is a professional development opportunity like no other. Designed specifically for the needs of private school leaders, this week-long event is hands-on, practical, and collaborative. With guidance from experienced mentors, you'll leave the Advancement Academy with a network, plan, and tools to make an immediate difference at your school.

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$4,340.00
General & Silver

$3,860.00 Gold

$3,860.00 3+ Person