Our Annual Conference comes to Richmond this year thanks to our hosts at The Steward School. Registration is now open for the Nov. 16 event. Get in early! More details coming soon.

Register here

VAIS is seeking proposals to support educators at all levels of the independent school context. The event serves to broaden our understanding of continued excellence informed by modern research and practice within the Independent School context in 2026 as our school communities continue to thrive. Consider the following learning tracks as you develop your proposal for EXCELLENCE:

• Across Curriculum & Assessment

• In Belonging, Student Life & School Culture

• Via Future-Ready Technologies

• Through Educator Well-Being & Growth

Please complete this form to submit a proposal for consideration for the VAIS Annual Conference/Empowering Excellence. The completed form must be submitted by September 8 and decisions will be announced by September 18 via email to the submitting presenter. Details here.