ISACS Leadership Academy

ISACS x Northwestern Kellogg University LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

June 21–23, 2027 in Chicago

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The Program

This program is for Leaders of Independent Schools
 We encourage schools to send teams if possible.
 The Leadership Academy is limited to 50 participants.

$TBA / person

Registration includes 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and Monday evening dinner.

Through the Claudia M. Daggett Memorial Grant, generously funded by the Skilling and Andrews Foundation, ISACS has already subsidized the registration fee for all participants. No additional discounts are available.

The Leadership Academy is a 3-day in-person program.

Kellogg School Center for Nonprofit Management at Northwestern University
Wieboldt Hall, 339 East Superior Street, Chicago, IL

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 Schedule

Whether you're leading through transformation or ready to take your impact to the next level, these brand-new sessions will give you the clarity, tools, and inspiration to lead with confidence.

This program is designed to empower independent school leaders with tools, insights, and strategies to thrive in today’s complex landscape. Each session blends practical and research-backed frameworks with interactive experiences, ensuring participants leave with actionable skills to strengthen their schools and teams with a holistic toolkit for shaping resilient, innovative, and people-centered school culture.

2027 Session Information TBA.

 Faculty

2027 Faculty TBA.

 Hotel

Hotel Information TBA.

Reviews from Past Attendees

The Leadership Academy was an extremely engaging learning experience. The presenters and participants gifted me with diverse, rich, and meaningful insights into the efforts, mindsets, and skill sets required of effective independent school leaders.

I left with a toolbox full of resources and renewed excitement. 

Chris English
Head of School, Roycemore School (IL)

I wanted to share how much I enjoyed the PD you organized this summer with Northwestern. It was the best professional development I’ve done in a long time, such a great group of attendees and such valuable content. Thank you for putting that together; I would absolutely do it again.

Geriann Blevins
Director of Enrollment Management, The Lexington School (KY)

As a school leader and an aspiring head of school, the Leadership Academy has been the single most beneficial professional development experience. The knowledge I’ve gained has made me more confident in my ability to lead with my strengths, and it has provided ample resources to help me improve the areas in which I have less experience. I’m thrilled that it will be offered again this year.

Rob Butler
Head of School, Forsyth School (MO)

 Registration

Registration Fee:

$TBA / person

(For all, including ISACS Members)

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Through the Claudia M. Daggett Memorial Grant, generously funded by the Skilling and Andrews Foundation, ISACS has already subsidized the registration fee for all participants. No additional discounts are available.

Registration includes: 
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and Monday evening dinner.

Certificate of Completion

The Northwestern University Kellogg School Center for Nonprofit Management will provide a certificate of completion to each participant who completes the Academy in its entirety.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received by email at programinfo@isacs.org at least 15 business days before the event. Refund amounts, if any, vary by event and may not be determined until after the event concludes. If the event has a waitlist and ISACS can identify a replacement attendee, a full refund will be provided. If you feel ill or are experiencing flu-like symptoms, please remain at home.

ISACS may remove a registrant from an event if they do not follow the ISACS Policies & Disclaimers for Professional Learning Events.