NEW YORK, NEW YORK—OCTOBER 21, 2024—The National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) is pleased to announce the publication of Principles of Good Practice for Admissions in Episcopal Schools, the eighth set in its Principles of Good Practice series.
“NAES lives its mission by providing relevant and timely resources to support those serving Episcopal schools,” says the Rev. David A. Madison, D.Min., NAES Executive Director. “Our latest set of Principles of Good Practice addresses the earliest stage in which prospective families explore Episcopal identity—the admissions process.”
This new document was created specifically for admissions professionals in the context of Episcopal schools. The publication highlights the importance of effectively communicating the unique value proposition of Episcopal identity, and how to attract families seeking an education that is both academically rigorous and spiritually grounded.
As a whole, the Principles of Good Practice series exists to support various aspects of Episcopal school identity, leadership, governance, community life, and now admissions. These principles are designed to support schools as they live out their Episcopal mission and identity, support high standards of leadership and governance, and share insights gathered from the larger community of schools. Rather than a prescriptive formula or rulebook, the series is intended to be flexible and adaptable, recognizing the diversity and evolving nature of Episcopal schools.
The National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) is an independently incorporated, voluntary membership organization that supports, serves, and advocates for the vital work and ministry of those who serve approximately 800 Episcopal schools and early childhood education programs throughout the Episcopal Church, as well as school establishment efforts. Chartered in 1965, with historic roots dating to the 1930s, NAES is the only pre-collegiate educational association that is both national in scope and Episcopal in character. The Association advances Episcopal education and strengthens Episcopal schools through essential services, resources, conferences, and networking opportunities on Episcopal school identity, leadership, and governance, and on the spiritual and professional development of school leaders.
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- The new Principles of Good Practice can be viewed here.
- An overview webinar will be held on October 23, 2024.
- Download this news item press release (PDF).