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NOTE : This registration is for school wide access to the entire workshop series including all session recordings and materials. To register a single attendee for a specific session, please refer to the links under Session Overview below or on the Building Better Boards page.
BUILDING BETTER BOARDS
Full Series (School Wide Registration) Virtual Workshop Series
September 17, 2025 | 12:00-1:30 PM PT October 29, 2025 | 12:00-1:30 PM PT January 14, 2026 | 12:00-1:00 PM PT February 4, 2026 | 12:00-1:30 PM PT
March 18, 2026 | 12:00-1:00 PM PT April 1, 2026 | 12:00-1:00 PM PT
May 13, 2026 | 12:00-1:00 PM PT
Series OverviewIn this series of workshops, attendees will explore the role of trustee, and provide a space for board members to learn from national thought leaders, experienced board chairs, heads of school and association leadership. Offered throughout the year, each workshop has a theme for board improvement and actionable steps to move your school forward. Previously this workshop was recommended for those new to the role, but feedback was that it was universally valuable. All independent school board members are encouraged to attend.
Making the Most of Building Better BoardsAttendees can register for individual workshops or your board can register for full access for the series. All registrations include access to session recordings* and resource materials. If you have registered individually, the recording is for your own reference and should not be shared. If you register for the full series, you are welcome to share the recordings with anyone affiliated with your school. * Links to recordings will remain active until August 31, 2026, so that they may be used and reviewed throughout the year.
Building Better Boards vs. Institutional Leadership through Governance Conference—Which is right for your Board? NWAIS offers powerful programming to enhance the performance of Board of Trustees. From brand new Trustees, to seasoned board members, there truly is a program for everyone. But which program is right for your Board? Building Better Boards is a seven-part series of workshops offered virtually throughout the year. Each workshop covers a different topic related to school governance with local and, occasionally, national thought leaders. There is something for everyone in Building Better Boards, but generally speaking, you should sign Trustees up for this series if they: - are in their first three years of service on the Board;
- are looking to deepen their knowledge of good governance practices;
- are looking for a holistic overview of focus areas within the Board;
- are generally self-motivated and focused on their own growth as a Trustee.
In contrast, the Institutional Leadership through Governance Conference is an a one-day, in-person conference happening at the Silver Cloud Hotel at Point Ruston in Tacoma. This event features national thought leaders and perspectives with a focus on trends and forecasting for the future. Consider this event if Trustees: - are seasoned leaders on the Board or are part of your Board’s Executive Committee;
- are looking for a national perspective presented by thought leaders in school governance;
- are looking to dive a bit deeper into governance topics;
- hope to network with other Trustees and Heads of School from around the region;
- wish to partner with their Head of School at a deeper level.
Do you think the Institutional Leadership through Governance Conference might be a good fit? Stay tuned for more information!
Session OverviewFollow the links below for more session information or to register for an individual workshop.
*NOTE: All sessions will be either 60 or 90 minutes depending on the content and will begin at 12:00 PM PT / 1:00 PM MT
Session 1 | Wednesday, September 17, 2025 — 12:00-1:30 PM PT / 1:00-2:30 PM MT*
You Are A New Trustee…Now What?
with Chris Watson, Executive Director of NWAIS—joined By Heads of School from Across the Association
Session 2 | Wednesday, October 29, 2025 — 12:00-1:30 PM PT / 1:00-2:30 PM MT
Governing for What’s Next: Future-Ready Schools and Scenario Thinking
with Mike Cobb, Senior Innovation and Organizational Excellence Strategist, Mission & Data
Session 3 | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 — 12:00-1:00 PM PT / 1:00-2:00 PM MT
Building the Board's Annual Agenda and Running Effective Board Meetings
with Chris Watson, Executive Director of NWAIS—joined By Heads of School from Across the Association
Session 4 | Wednesday, February 4, 2026 — 12:00-1:30 PM PT / 1:00-2:30 PM MT*
Generative AI in Educaction: A Strategic Foresight Exercise with Eric Hudson, Facilitator and Strategic Advisor to Independent Schools, Learning on Purpose
Session 5 | Wednesday March 18, 2026 — 12:00-1:00 PM PT / 1:00-2:00 PM MT
Building and Developing Your Board with Chris Watson, Executive Director of NWAIS—joined By Heads of School from Across the Association
Session 6 | Wednesday, April 1, 2026 — 12:00-1:00 PM PT / 1:00-2:00 PM MT
What This Moment Affords Us: Opportunities in Equitable Governance Practice
with André Withers, 25-Year Independent School Administrator, DEI Expert, and Partner with Educators Collaborative
Session 7 | Wednesday, May 13, 2026 — 12:00-1:00 PM PT / 1:00-2:00 PM MT
Design for Culture with Greg Bamford and Antonio Viva, Leadership + Design
Registration Registration is now open! This registration is for school wide access to the entire workshop series including all session recordings and materials. To register a single attendee for a specific session, please refer to the links under Session Overview above or on the Building Better Boards page. Schools must designate a single school representative to receive communication for the full series on the behalf of attendees. About 4 days before each workshop, the designated school representative will receive details to share with their attendees. This school representative will also receive links to all session recordings and materials after the sessions to share with attendees. NWAIS will not be contacting trustees individually.
Pricing
School Wide Registration
(Includes access to all sessions, resources, and recordings* for anyone affiliated with your school)
(Available only to NWAIS Schools) | $750
* Links to resources and recordings will remain active until August 31, 2026, so that they may be used and reviewed throughout the year.
CancellationCancellations for school wide registrations are eligible for a refund after a $100 cancellation fee by September 15, 2025.
Still have questions?Please feel free to reach out to any of us for the following:
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