About ISAS
About ISAS
ISAS promotes the highest professional and ethical standards of educational excellence for independent schools in the region and recognizes by formal ongoing accreditation those schools which demonstrate adherence to its standards. As a collective voice of its Member Schools, ISAS fosters collegial relations and represents their interests.
Accreditation Services
Accreditation Services
The accreditation teams bring together experts from throughout the region to challenge and support the school and provide new perspectives. These visits benefit not only the school but the members of the accreditation team—it’s a tremendous opportunity for professional development.
Ruth Burke, Assistant Head,
Episcopal School of Dallas
Professional Learning
Professional Learning
We offer a range of in-person, intensely collaborative professional learning opportunities. As our members discuss, evaluate, and disseminate cutting-edge teaching and learning programs, they spark innovation and improvement throughout ISAS schools.
Become A Member
Become a Member

Because ISAS has such high standards and such a rigorous accreditation process, I feel I can pick up the phone and call anybody in the association with any question. ISAS has done the vetting for me, so I trust everyone in the organization.
Mark Carleton, Head of School,
Presbyterian School, Houston, TX
Careers
Careers
Independent schools seek intelligent, educated, idealistic, and highly motivated faculty, staff, and administrators. Interested candidates can expect to enjoy a strong professional teaching experience, engaged students, small manageable classes, competitive salaries, and attractive benefits packages. Enjoy exploring the opportunities currently available in the Southwest.
School Directory
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For over sixty years, parents seeking the best in education for their children have turned to the independent schools in the Southwest region for high standards, individual attention, and well-rounded programs.

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About ISAS
About ISAS
ISAS promotes the highest professional and ethical standards of educational excellence for independent schools in the region and recognizes by formal ongoing accreditation those schools which demonstrate adherence to its standards. As a collective voice of its Member Schools, ISAS fosters collegial relations and represents their interests.
Accreditation Services
Accreditation Services
The accreditation teams bring together experts from throughout the region to challenge and support the school and provide new perspectives. These visits benefit not only the school but the members of the accreditation team—it’s a tremendous opportunity for professional development.
Ruth Burke, Assistant Head,
Episcopal School of Dallas
Professional Learning
Professional Learning
We offer a range of in-person, intensely collaborative professional learning opportunities. As our members discuss, evaluate, and disseminate cutting-edge teaching and learning programs, they spark innovation and improvement throughout ISAS schools.
Become A Member
Become a Member

Because ISAS has such high standards and such a rigorous accreditation process, I feel I can pick up the phone and call anybody in the association with any question. ISAS has done the vetting for me, so I trust everyone in the organization.
Mark Carleton, Head of School,
Presbyterian School, Houston, TX
Careers
Careers
Independent schools seek intelligent, educated, idealistic, and highly motivated faculty, staff, and administrators. Interested candidates can expect to enjoy a strong professional teaching experience, engaged students, small manageable classes, competitive salaries, and attractive benefits packages. Enjoy exploring the opportunities currently available in the Southwest.
School Directory
Directory Listing
For over sixty years, parents seeking the best in education for their children have turned to the independent schools in the Southwest region for high standards, individual attention, and well-rounded programs.

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COVID-19 Re-opening Resources

Below is a curated list of resources to help you navigate re-opening your schools.

Key Re-Opening Considerations

Evidence and Considerations for School Reopenings

Considerations for Schools

CDC Initiatives for Covid-19 Response - Page 42

TPSA - Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

NAIS Legal Advisory - Reopening Your School Campus:The New Normal Will Be Anything but Normal

Resources on Facilities Related Issues and COVID-19

Reopening Schools in the Context of COVID-19: Health and Safety Guidelines From Other Countries

Back-To-School FAQs For Educational Institutions During The COVID-19 Era

Returning Safely to Campus

Coming Back Together Smarter and Stronger

COVID-19 Planning Considerations: Guidance for School Re-entry

Reopening 101