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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Creating an Employee Benefits Package to Attract & Retain Talent
Date(s): 4/2/2025 ● Time: 12:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Explore strategic employee benefits solutions that help K–12 private-independent schools hire and keep the best educators and staff.
$0.00
For all members & General
Fundraising Essentials: Small Development Shop Series, Part 2 of 4
Date(s): 4/9/2025 ● Time: 3:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Prioritize and implement high-impact fundraising programs that deliver the greatest return on investment for small independent school development offices.
$0.00
For all members & General
Active Assailant Insurance: Protecting Schools from Emerging Threats
Date(s): 4/23/2025 ● Time: 3:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Understand the coverage essentials, risk mitigation strategies, and financial impact of active assailant incidents for private-independent schools.
$0.00
For all members & General
The State of Student Well-Being in 2025: Trend Lines and Next Steps
Date(s): 5/8/2025 ● Time: 3:00pm ET ● Status: Open
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness month, explore post-pandemic student well-being, learn what the data reveal, and how schools can respond.
$161.00
General
$0.00 For all members
Smart Summer Planning: Small Development Shop Series, Part 3 of 4
Date(s): 5/14/2025 ● Time: 3:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Explore how to maximize the summer months to position your school for a strong year of fundraising and relationship-building.
$0.00
For all members & General
Hot Topics Discussion: Small Development Shop Series, Part 4 of 4
Date(s): 6/18/2025 ● Time: 3:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Engage in a dynamic discussion on small-shop development, with expert guidance and peer insights to refine your fundraising strategies and overcome challenges.
$0.00
For all members & General
Early Bird
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.
$4,340.00
General & Silver
$3,860.00 Gold
$3,860.00 3+ Person