HAWAI'I ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS The Value of Membership 2021 2oo N. Vineyard Blvd. Suite 401. Honolulu, HI 96817 www.hais.us I 808-973-1540 The Value of HAIS The Voice of Private Schools A letter from the HAIS Executive Director: Dr. Philip J. Bossert The Hawai‘i Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) and its subsidiary, the Hawai‘i Council of Private Schools (HCPS), represents 112 private, independent, parochial and international schools in Hawai‘i. The range of educational options is as wide and varied as anywhere in the world. Member schools vary in size from among the largest in the country to the very small schools of 50 or fewer students; schools for just girls and schools for just boys; Montessori schools, Waldorf schools, and Reggio Emilia schools; schools that are affiliated with various religions as well as secular schools; day schools, residential schools, and virtual schools. Hawai‘i has the largest private school enrollment in the Country. In most states, private school enrollment is between 5% and 8%, but in Hawai‘i almost 16% of parents choose to enroll their children in private schools. The quality of Hawai‘i’s private schools is well recognized - locally, nationally, and globally. HAIS helps to sustain and build private education in Hawai‘i. In addition to its accreditation and licensing services, HAIS provides multiple information resources for all of its member institutions through newsletters and professional programs. It markets private education through various media and maintains a resource rich website for parents and educators. HAIS advocates for private education at the legislature and through membership with a wide variety of local and national organizations. And, HAIS assists its members in communicating and connecting with one another through its many constituency group listservs and meetings. A private school education is a good investment in every respect, and your membership in HAIS is an excellent investment in the future of your school and the community it serves. Mahalo, Philip J. Bossert, Ph.D. Executive Director Hawai'i Association of Independent Schools Page 01 The Value of HAIS HISTORY OF THE Hawai'i Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) HAIS was formed and organized in 1969 at the suggestion of the leaders of La Pietra, Punahou, 'Iolani, Kamehameha Schools, Academy of the Pacific, St. Andrew's Priory, Mid-Pacific Institute, and Hanahau'oli. HAIS is the state affiliate for the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), and also the state liaison for the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). HAIS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization governed by a volunteer board of directors. Leadership of the board is provided by heads of member schools. In 1996, HAIS was given the responsibility of licensing private K-12 schools, which it carries out through its subsidiary, the Hawai'i Council of Private Schools (HCPS). Our membership is comprised of approximately 100 schools, ranging from preschools, to K-12, to higher education institutions. While distinctive with respect to mission and philosophy, HAIS member schools are VISION & MISSION united in helping children achieve personal and STATEMENT academic excellence. Vision Statement To support member schools, and other organizations, in preparing all students for the challenges of life and social responsibility. Mission Statement Hawai'i Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) advocates on behalf of independent education in Hawai'i, provides services that strengthen our individual schools and engages them to achieve educational quality and excellence for all students. Page 02 The Value of HAIS MEMBERSHIP VALUE Inform Collaborate Advocate HAIS provides services and benefits to member schools on Hawai'i Island, Kauai, Maui, Molokai, and Oahu that collectively educate 32,000+ students PK through 12th grade. We operate with the vision of helping prepare all students for the challenges of life and social responsibility. To that end, HAIS creates professional learning opportunities that are accessible to all educators. HAIS is committed to helping advance and guide education practices in the state of Hawai'i. One way that we are able to identify and respond to school needs is through the comprehensive HAIS accreditation process. HAIS strives to deliver programs and services that are responsive to the community we serve. HAIS facilitates meetings of the organization’s Board of Directors and arranges regular gatherings of more than a dozen constituency groups. HAIS also reports annually on enrollment, tuition, and compensation levels. HAIS Works Hard To: Perpetuate school renewal through accreditation and licensing. Develop and deliver professional development opportunities for the faculty and staff of member schools. Promote choice as an important community value. Assist parents in learning about independent education. Preserve independence by monitoring the federal, state, and county levels of government, thus allowing member schools to pursue their missions unencumbered by undue regulations. Page 03 The Value of HAIS Full Member MEMBER SERVICES Independent, not-for-profit, PK-12 schools that are accredited by HAIS and licensed by HCPS. These schools subscribe to the HAIS Creating and Standards, participate in HAIS events, and Enhancing Services for enjoy the privileges of Full Member status. Membership Provisional Member Independent, not-for-profit, HCPS licensed schools that have initiated the HAIS Advocacy Accreditation process, in order to become State and National Representation Full Members. Provisional Member schools Legislative Advocacy must complete the accreditation process and Media and Marketing Initiatives become Full Members within 3 years. School Benefits and Services Reduced Rates for HAIS Programs Associate Member Professional Development Scholarships Independent, not-for-profit, K-12 schools that Participation in Constituency Groups are accredited by another regional or national Neighbor Island Travel Grants accrediting agency that HAIS recognizes. Bi-Monthly e-news These schools subscribe to HAIS Standards, HAIS Video Library participate in HAIS events, and enjoy the Job Board privileges of Associate Member status. Inclusion in Marketing Efforts Annual Admissions Events Accreditation Service and Support Affiliate Member Licensing Oversight and Support Independent, not-for-profit, preschools, School Profile and listing on HAIS Website colleges and universities that are accredited Inclusion in Honolulu Magazine's Private School by another regional or national accrediting Guide agency that HAIS recognizes. These schools Employee Sharing and Matching Services subscribe to the HAIS Standards, participate in Reporting on Tuition and Enrollment HAIS events and enjoy the privileges of Compensation Survey Affiliate Member status. Kupuna Consulting Services Curated Articles and Resources Licensed Member Private, not-for-profit schools that enroll students between Kindergarten and 12th School Leadership Support grade and are licensed by the Hawaiʻi Council Annual Heads and Trustees Workshop of Private schools (HCPS) but are not New Heads Orientation Program accredited by HAIS. These schools subscribe Participation in Roundtable Discussions to HAIS Standards, participate in HAIS events Special Events and Presentations and enjoy the privileges of Licensed Member status. Family Services Annual Education Fair Standard Application Online (SAO) TYPES OF HAIS Private School Guide Listing MEMBERSHIP Education Cheat Sheet Blog Participation School Search Engine Website Resources Transcript Requests Page 04 Full Member Provisional Member Associate Member Affiliate Member Licensed Member Accredited by HAIS & Initial HAIS Accreditation & K-12 School Accredited by a Preschool, University, or Licensed by HCPS Licensed by HCPS Licensed by HCPS HAIS Recognized Agency College Accredited by a HAIS Recognized Agency Legislative Advocacy x x x x x Representation at State and National Levels x x x x x Annual Member Meeting x x x x x Receive & Post Announcements in e-news x x x x x HAIS Website School Profile & Find A School Search x x x x x Education Fair x x x x x Access to Member Resources x x x x x Listing in Hawai'i Private School Guide x x x x x Participation in Constituency Groups x x x x x Access to Kupuna Consulting Services x x x x x Summer Programs Listing on Website x x x x x Reduced Rates for HAIS Programs x x x x x Ability to Post on the HAIS Job Board x x x x x Tuition, Enrollment & Compensation Reports x x x x x Updates on Professional & Legal Issues x x x x x Schools Re-Use (donation listing service) x x x x x School Open House Listing x x x x x Private School Leadership Masters Program x x x x x Access to Online HAIS Video Library x x x x x Standard Application Online (SAO) x x x x x Participation in the Heads & Trustees Workshop x x x x x School PD Offerings Listed in e-news x x x x Licensing Support Services x x x x Transcript Services for Closed Schools x x x x Invitation to HAIS Special Events & Presentations x x Priority Notification to Register for Programs x x Accreditation Support Services x x Ability to Serve on Accreditation Teams x x Inclusion in Marketing Initiatives x x New Heads of School Mentoring x x Opportunity to Serve on Advisory Committees x x Programming that is Responsive to School Needs x Access to Travel Scholarships x Participation in the HONOLULU Family Blog x Opportunity to Host HAIS PD Programs x Opportunity to serve on HAIS Board x The Value of HAIS HAIS MEMBER BENEFITS DEFINED Accreditation Support - Only HAIS accredited schools have access to the "Procedures for Appraising the Independent School" protocol designed specifically with the unique needs of HAIS members in mind. In advance of accreditation visits, schools can receive support in drafting and revising the self- study as well as receive accreditation-focused professional development opportunities for the entire staff or focus groups. For the accreditation visits themselves, the Director of Accreditation builds teams comprised of individuals who understand the needs and goals of independent schools in Hawaiʻi.