Post by Middle States Association

The average tenure of heads of school is shrinking. Complexity inside schools is growing — more students with special education needs, more demands on leadership. And complexity outside schools? AI alone is reshaping everything we thought we knew about education's future. These pressures aren't separate issues. They all connect back to one thing: how a head of school and board collaborate on governance. That's why we are deeply honored to announce that the The Edward E. Ford Foundation has awarded the Middle States Association a $100K grant to expand the impact of our Governance Mastery Endorsement. 🎉 E.E. Ford's investment is about so much more than funding: it's a powerful signal to the entire school community that better board governance is critical to the future of independent schools. The need for greater clarity and trust in governance has never been greater, and we're committed to meeting that moment!