CONNECTIONS Spring 2024
 

Dear PAIS Friends,

This issue of CONNECTIONS highlights the events and programs dedicated to our 75th Anniversary. The celebration on April 11th was a resounding success, marked by camaraderie and a shared commitment to the values and mission of PAIS. Once again, we want to thank Peter Gurt and his wonderful staff at Milton Hershey School for hosting us at their breathtaking campus. Highlights from the celebration are linked below.

This anniversary year PAIS also hosted social gatherings at the People of Color Conference and the NAIS Annual Conference, where we were delighted to connect with so many PAIS friends for a drink. Additionally, our 75th Anniversary Speaker Series provided enriching discussions, culminating in a final webinar scheduled for May 3rd. As we celebrated 75 years, we also took valuable time to reflect and gather feedback through our survey to school Heads, which yielded immensely positive results. Further details on these endeavors are available below.

Here's to the next 75 years of success and growth through CONNECTIONS for PAIS member schools!

Sincerely,

Gary J. Niels
Executive Director
 
 
 

Edu-Tech Academic Solutions: Edu-Tech is excited to enter our 21st year as the education services firm of choice in the Philadelphia region focused solely on the sustainability and success of independent schools. Well known for our customized, outsourced technology staffing solutions, we are also ready to assist with educational technology consulting and cybersecurity readiness planning. Click HERE to learn more and apply for a free cybersecurity audit/analysis as a PAIS member school. 

Graham-Pelton: Graham-Pelton stands as the premier fundraising consulting firm, specializing in healthcare, higher education, and independent schools. Our top-tier consultants are dedicated to empowering nonprofits with strategic fundraising solutions to maximize impact. Elevate your organization’s potential—schedule a call with us today!

Handspring Health:Insurance-covered pediatric mental health care that's proven to work. 83% of parents surveyed at discharge noted that therapy at Handspring produced a major improvement in their children's mental health. Learn bout Handspring and how they partner with schools by scheduling an introductory call!

IMA Financial Group: As one of the leading national insurance brokers, IMA is dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality risk management, insurance and employee benefits consulting services that ensures the long-term well-being and future of educational schools through their commitment to continually understand their unique culture, diverse needs and ever-evolving challenges schools face. 

Lands' End: We're always best in class! Lands' End School apparel sets you apart with uniforms that are anything but boring! Our uniforms are anything but boring! They're comfortable, durable and stylish too. Click HERE to learn more! 

Nexplore USA: We foster the joy of learning through enrichment opportunities so that all children may discover and explore a passion that drives them to excellence.Learn more about our SUMMER CAMPS and check out PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE to see 60+ enrichment programs available to your school!

Paycor: Learn about Paycor’s Recruiting, New Hire Onboarding, HR, Timekeeping and Payroll technology solutions by registering for their high-level presentation. May 21, 2024, 11:00-11:30 AM. REGISTER NOW!

PromenetWith the increasing sophistication of modern cyber-attacks, it’s more important than ever for schools to evaluate how they protect their endpoints, including desktops, laptops, and mobile devices. Every remote endpoint device is a possible point of entry into your network. Read more on this HERE and schedule a FREE cybersecurity review by contacting Michael Randazza.

Searchality: Searchality is the fastest growing recruitment community for K-12 Independent Schools & teachers.  Our smart recruitment platform helps school recruitment leaders post & manage vacancies, and drastically improves the candidate application process.  JOIN US TODAY to access our database of quality educators.

SmartLab: Effective STEM labs are much more than classrooms full of technology. What differentiates a PBL+STEM learning environment from a makerspace playground? Find out more HERE!

Togetherhood: Choose from more than 200 courses in chess, sports, STEM, art, languages, performing arts, cooking and more from our CATALOG. We make it super simple  make it super simple to deliver convenient, high quality children's enrichment to your auxiliary program, saving you significant time and money. In partnership with The Montgomery School, we are coming to Philly this fall! Click HERE to book a meeting with the founder. 

W.S. Cumby Construction: A third-generation, family-owned firm, W.S. Cumby Construction offers Preconstruction, Construction Management, General Contractor, & Design Build services. Specializing in new construction & renovation projects on active K - 12 campuses, we put your students’ needs first.