About ISAS
About ISAS

By promoting the highest standards of educational excellence and a spirit of continuous growth, ISAS challenges and inspires our member schools as they prepare students for purposeful and constructive lives.
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.
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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
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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.
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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

By promoting the highest standards of educational excellence and a spirit of continuous growth, ISAS challenges and inspires our member schools as they prepare students for purposeful and constructive lives.
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.
Sponsorship
- Our Sponsors

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The Top Joys of Being a Head of School

Allison Rose

Aug 19 2024 9:41 AM

By Tim Viands, Indy School Consultancy (from July 30, 2024)
Being the head of a school is a role that comes with a myriad of responsibilities, challenges, and privileges. It is a position that not only demands strong leadership and administrative skills but also offers countless moments of joy and fulfillment. Here are some of the top joys that I have experienced in my tenure as a head of school.
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