ATLIS Leadership Institute (ALI)

Elevate your impact. Lead what's next.

The ATLIS Leadership Institute (ALI) is a yearlong leadership development experience designed specifically for technology leaders in independent schools.

Whether you're new to your role or preparing for your next leadership challenge, ALI helps you strengthen your leadership skills, expand your influence, and build the confidence to lead strategic conversations across your school

Applications are open through June 15.

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What you'll gain:

• Greater leadership confidence and executive presence
• Practical strategies for leading technology initiatives and institutional change
• Stronger relationships with school administrators and decision-makers
• A trusted network of peers who understand the realities of independent school technology leadership
• A capstone project that creates meaningful impact at your school
• Continued access to the ALI alumni network and leadership community

Program details:

Over the course of a year (from summer 2026 through spring 2027), you'll participate in:

• In-person, three-day kickoff event July 23-26
• Monthly online meetings via Zoom
• Executive-level conversations with experienced school leaders
• A research and development capstone project
• In-person graduation and exclusive ALI alumni event at the ATLIS Annual Conference 

Why ALI?

Technology leadership has never been more important to the future of independent schools.

Today's technology leaders are helping shape institutional strategy, guide AI adoption, strengthen cybersecurity, support teaching and learning, and lead organizational change.

ALI provides the leadership development, peer community, and practical experience needed to navigate these responsibilities with confidence.

This is more than a professional development program.

It's an investment in your growth as a leader and your ability to create meaningful impact within your school.

Stronger leaders create stronger schools. 

Program Fee

ATLIS Members: $1499

Nonmembers: $1995

This fee does not include hotel, travel, or ATLIS annual conference registration. Some food will be included, but some dining is on your own.

Apply before June 15.

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Need help getting support for you to participate?
Use our talking points or e-mail template to convince your boss or leadership team.

For any questions regarding the ATLIS Leadership Institute, please contact Dr Ashley Cross, Sr Director of Education and Content.

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From our ALI Alumni...

Tyler Gaspich

Director of Information Resources and Technologies
Academy of Notre Dame de Namur
Villanova, PA

This is one of the most impactful programs for my career.

Between the incredible network of experts in the field, partnering with a mentor who cared about my success, and the robust network of leaders you build, this is a program I would recommend for anyone considering tech leadership in any capacity at an independent school.