2026 Small Schools Summit
Hilton Charlotte University Place
8629 JM Keynes DrCharlotte, NC
Small schools thrive on close community, shared leadership, and mission-driven work, but they also face distinct challenges that require focused strategy and collaboration.
The Small Schools Summit is designed for leaders from small independent schools. This event provides a tailored experience that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of small school leadership, with three dynamic keynotes:
- Small School, Big Brand
- Sustainable Financial Models for Small Schools
- Governance, Growth & Moving Forward
Be empowered with learning pathways built around three key challenges:
- Financial Sustainability
- Strategy & Systems
- People & Team
What You'll Learn:
• Targeted resources aligned to your school’s most pressing priorities
• A peer network facing similar realities
• Practical next steps you can implement immediately
Join us to learn strategies that can move the needle and make a difference while connecting with a network of peers facing similar challenges.
This event targets the particular needs of schools with enrollments of 500 students or fewer, annual budget of $6 million or less, or schools serving students in PK-grade 8, but attendees from independent schools of any size are welcome to attend.
Registration:
By February 27: Members $695 | Non-Members $829By April 10: Members $795 | Non-Members $929- By June 5: Members $895 | Non-Members $1,029
- By June 17: Members $995 | Non-Members $1,129
- After June 17: Members $1,095 | Non-Members $1,329
HOTEL: Hilton Charlotte University Place | 8629 JM Keynes Drive | Charlotte, NC 28262
The hotel block is now closed. Rooms may be available at the conference hotel at prevailing rates.
NOTE: SAIS does not utilize the services of a housing vendor for any events. Neither SAIS nor the hotel will call you to make reservations over the phone. Occasionally unauthorized third parties may attempt to coordinate your reservations. Please use only the above hotel links to secure your reservation directly with the hotel.
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Event Policies & Acknowledgments
- For questions about event registration or special accommodations, contact info@sais.org.
- For questions about speakers and sessions, contact elizabeth@sais.org.
- For questions about exhibiting, contact anna@sais.org.