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Log In California Association of Independent Schools Empowering Schools to Deliver Exceptional Educational Experiences Over 80 Years of Experience Since 1941, the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) has helped hundreds of schools educate their students with excellence and care. Our rigorous accreditation process ensures schools meet and maintain high ethical and academic standards. Elevated leadership results in a better experience for students — and a better world for all. Find a Job Work at a CAIS School! Our jobs board makes searching simple. Search Jobs Making Great Schools Even Better CAIS empowers educational leaders with the resources, networking, and support to propel their schools to greater heights. Explore Accreditation Find the Right School for your Child CAIS schools are among the best in California and reflect a diverse range of options. Search Schools Why Choose a CAIS School? CAIS schools are financially and structurally independent of government, shareholders, religious groups or other organizations. They are free to focus on the needs of students. Trusted Experience With over 80 years in education, CAIS understands the needs of independent schools. CAIS earned the trust of countless leaders, educators, and families alike. A Commitment to Excellence High accreditation standards, a shared code of ethics, ongoing training, and targeted support empower our member schools to thrive. Proven Results CAIS schools are trusted and effective: 90% of CAIS students stay with their school through graduation, and over 90% of CAIS seniors go on to attend 4-year colleges. Preparation for Leadership CAIS students encounter a wide range of people and perspectives, which better prepares them to make a difference in an increasingly global and multifaceted world. Find the Best Fit for Your Family Over 233 Schools nearly 93K Students Diverse Schools With a wide range of missions, sizes, locations, programs, and school cultures, there’s a CAIS school that’s right for your family.. Find schools that are secular, religious, academic, special needs, traditional, progressive, and more. CAIS schools serve over 80% of the students in California’s secular (non-religious) nonprofit K-12 schools. We also serve dozens of Christian, Muslim, and Jewish schools. 51% Students of Color $460M FINANCIAL AID PER YEAR Diverse Communities All CAIS schools provide financial aid and are committed to building diverse, inclusive communities where every student truly belongs. Thank you for understanding what is strategically relevant for heads of schools and trustees and for supporting us with expertise and guidance. Keep up the great work! Board chair Thank you for your partnership, CAIS is always there for us! Head of School I found the whole accreditation process to be very rewarding. Our school felt supported by CAIS and by our visiting team. Head of School Get the Targeted Training and Support You Need CAIS partners with school leaders to provide the best possible education. Membership Offers: An ongoing cycle of accreditation and improvement that keeps schools accountable to, and recognized for, their standards of excellence. Professional development for school heads and trustees so they can provide the highest level of leadership. Resources, networking opportunities, and individual attention so schools can navigate their biggest challenges with more clarity and ease. Quick Links: Find a School Membership Job Board Fast Facts California Association of Independent Schools Search Schools Jobs Site Members Accessibility Legal Privacy Terms Contact Us 100 N. Brand Blvd. Suite 632 Glendale, CA 91203 Tel. 818-845-0800 Email: cais@caisca.org © 2024 . CAIS . All Rights...