August Schools is the essential hub for student support, designed for the frontline professionals who shape the wellbeing of students every day, including school nurses, counselors, athletic trainers, learning specialists, and administrators. With August Schools, these practitioners streamline essential tasks: documenting student interactions, maintaining vital health records, communicating securely with families, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and care standards. The platform automates and optimizes daily workflows, enabling these dedicated professionals to spend less time on administrative work and more time connecting with and supporting students.

Berry Dunn is a leading national professional services firm providing assurance, tax, and consulting services to businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories. Since 1974, we have been a client-centered, people-first firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being.

Carney, Sandoe & Associates is a leading K-12 education recruitment firm specializing in faculty recruitment, head of school searches, and strategic consulting for independent schools worldwide. Since 1977, we have proudly partnered with over 2,000 independent, private, boarding, and charter schools across 48 states and 26 countries. With a proven track record of facilitating more than 40,000 successful hires globally, we are committed to connecting schools with exceptional talent. 

Design Collaborative is a big-hearted, multi-disciplinary architecture, engineering, and interior design firm that combines large-firm expertise with boutique-firm service. We believe we can make people’s lives better through our work, our passion, our talent, and our dedication. Awards are great (and we will take as many as we can get), but a cool chunk of glass will never be as meaningful as the impact our work can have on people when it’s done well. We want to make a difference in the lives of the people that we work with and for. We want to leave the world better than we found it through what we do and how we do it. We’re here to make the world a more beautiful, functional, and well-designed place— one user, one client, one co-worker, one person at a time.

Fielding International is a global leader in the planning and design of educational facilities. For the past 20 years, we have partnered with independent and international schools; as well as public school districts and local, regional, and national governments in over 50 countries on six continents. We design learning spaces and experiences that promote student agency, enrich social and emotional well-being, and cultivate authentic learning. Our work reflects a deep commitment to reimagining the future of education alongside the communities we serve. As a Certified B Corporation™, we align our business practices with values of social impact, sustainability, and equity, ensuring that our designs contribute to thriving schools and communities. 

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just foodservice – we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in nourishing the whole person, creating community through great food and programming, and doing what’s right, every time. We are Nourishing a Brighter Future. 

Metric Marketing is a digitally-focused agency that specializes in marketing for private schools across North America and beyond. We help schools get better marketing data – and use it to create strategic, creative, and impactful campaigns with a collaborative approach.

Norsym Photography has been photographing children and families since 2008 in the Chicago area. As an elementary school teacher, photographer, and mom of two teens, Tiia brings her love and connection to kids to school photography, capturing beautiful, quality portraits that families love. Norsym Photography's team is highly trained in the different ages and stages of child development and with their student centered approach, children feel comfortable to be themselves before the camera.

PsyOPTIMAL offers a Student Wellness Assessment that gives schools clear insight into students’ mental, emotional, and social well-being. Measuring areas like resilience, focus, stress, and confidence, it provides actionable data for counselors and staff to support individual needs and guide interventions. Aggregate reports help administrators track trends, allocate resources, and evaluate wellness programs. Using validated methods and practical recommendations, PsyOPTIMAL empowers schools to improve student well-being. Serving schools nationwide and globally, we help build healthier, more resilient communities.

At SAGE Dining Services, we go beyond food service — we’re your partner in creating exceptional dining experiences that delight, inspire, and connect. Our dining concepts feature scratch-made, batch-cooked dishes with fresh ingredients. SAGE Team Members are trained in industry-leading food safety and allergen management and serve as trusted stewards of your community’s values and preferences. We keep guests engaged with fun events that celebrate diverse foods and flavors. We also offer revenue-boosting solutions like coffee bars and snack and breakfast programs, along with design services that enhance the efficiency and functionality of dining spaces. Discover The SAGE Way by contacting us today. 

The Slant System™ is an evidence-based structured literacy intervention grounded in the Orton-Gillingham method and accredited by the International Dyslexia Association. For over 30 years, we have delivered professional development that equips educators to provide high-quality dyslexia reading instruction and targeted reading intervention programs for struggling readers. Rooted in the science of reading, our training helps teachers understand how structured literacy benefits all students and why it is essential for those with reading difficulties. We combine comprehensive educator training, practical classroom resources, and ongoing literacy coaching to build the skills and confidence needed to meet the needs of students with dyslexia and other learning challenges, while aligning with best practices for how all humans learn to read. The Slant System™ can also be used at the K-2 level as a phonics instruction system. 

TIAA was founded in 1918 to help teachers retire with confidence. That mission grew to include those in healthcare and more, creating reliable income for their futures while they work to make a difference. Together, we fight to ensure a more secure financial future for all.

If you're looking for food service that’s fresh, exciting, and made-from-scratch, Upper Crust Food Service is the perfect fit for your school! Our journey began in 2009 with a simple mission: to fix the frustrations many face with inconsistent, lackluster dining options—whether in Greek life or in schools. From our early days serving just two fraternity houses, we’ve expanded to serving hundreds of schools across the country, all while keeping our commitment to high-quality, personalized food service. We take pride in offering a variety of healthy and delicious meals that your students will actually enjoy.