Affiliations

SAIS is a regional accrediting association serving over 380 independent K–12 schools in the southeastern U.S., Caribbean, and Latin America. It provides voluntary accreditation, professional development, and leadership programs to foster school improvement and best practices.

NYSAIS accredits more than 200 independent nursery, elementary, and secondary schools (about 80,000 students), and is chartered by the New York State Board of Regents. It offers accreditation, professional development, and advocacy.

Founded in 2023, ALDS is a nonprofit network of schools serving students with learning differences like dyslexia and executive dysfunction. It facilitates collaboration, shared resources, and professional support among member institutions.

AISAP supports independent and private school admissions and enrollment professionals with training, certification, resources, and community networking—serving over 3,000 members.

CASE is a global association for advancement professionals in education, specializing in alumni relations, communications, fundraising, and marketing. Their CASE‑NAIS partnership hosts a major conference for independent school advancement.

ADVIS represents around 130 independent schools in eastern PA, southern NJ, DE, and MD. Founded in 1981, it focuses on professional development, governance training, networking, and leadership support.

AISH is a global nonprofit for heads and deputy heads of international schools. Established in 1999, it offers leadership development, peer networking, and advocacy tailored to international school challenges.

Dating back to 1955, ISAS accredits and supports nearly 90 independent schools across AZ, KS, LA, NM, OK, TX, and Mexico. It offers a rigorous ten‑year accreditation cycle, professional development, and community events.

ACIS is Colorado’s association for independent schools, offering NAIS‑recognized accreditation. It promotes equity, excellence, and best educational practices aligned with state and national standards.