New York State Association of Independent Schools

42°39′13″N 73°45′17″W / 42.653586°N 73.754782°W / 42.653586; -73.754782

New York State Association of Independent Schools
FormationOctober 8, 1947 (1947-10-08)
FounderPaul D. Shafer
Headquarters17 Elk Street (First Floor)
NY 12207
Albany, New York
Executive Director
Dr Mark W. Lauria
Websitenysais.org

The New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) is an association of 204 independent schools and organizations, ranging from nurseries to high schools, in New York State. Founded in 1947, NYSAIS is the second largest state association of independent schools in the United States. As of July 1, 2024 its member schools enrolled approximately 83,000 students.[1] It was established "to protect independent schools from obstructive legislation and regulation".[2] NYSAIS accredits member schools, provides professional development, and works with community leaders to support the needs and interests of independent schools throughout the state. NYSAIS is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)[3] as well the International Council Advancing Independent School Accreditation (ICAISA).[4]

  1. ^ "New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS): About NYSAIS". www.nysais.org.
  2. ^ "New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS): About NYSAIS". www.nysais.org.
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  4. ^ "Members of the NAIS Commission on Accreditation". NAIS. Retrieved 2018-04-23.