Get Involved

Together, We Build Stronger School Communities

Creating more equitable, inclusive, and affirming independent schools takes all of us. Whether you're an educator, staff member, or administrator, there are meaningful ways to contribute your time, expertise, and voice.

The National People of Color in Independent Schools is strengthened by a vibrant network of regional POCIS organizations across the country. Every act of involvement—whether at the local or national level—helps expand opportunities for connection, leadership, learning, and belonging.

Together, we're building a stronger future for independent schools.

Connect with Your Regional POCIS Organization

One of the best ways to get involved is through your regional POCIS organization.

Across the country, regional chapters bring educators and school leaders together through professional development, networking, mentorship, affinity spaces, and community-building events that reflect the unique needs of their regions.

Whether you're attending your first gathering or stepping into a leadership role, your local POCIS organization is a place to connect, contribute, and grow.

Start a POCIS Organization

Don't see a POCIS organization in your area? You can help build one.

National POCIS welcomes passionate educators and leaders who want to create opportunities for connection and support within their local independent school community. We'll provide guidance, resources, and a national network to help you establish a thriving regional organization.

Starting a local POCIS organization is an investment in your community—and in the future of independent education.

Become a Member

Membership connects you to a national community committed to advancing belonging, leadership, and opportunity in independent education while strengthening the work happening in local communities.

As a member, you can:

Attend conferences, workshops, and networking events
Connect with peers and mentors across the country
Access professional learning and leadership resources
Support initiatives that advance equity and belonging
Help strengthen both your regional POCIS organization and the national network

Volunteer & Lead

Our work is powered by members who generously share their time, expertise, and leadership.

Whether you're serving on a regional committee, mentoring emerging leaders, helping organize events, or contributing to national initiatives, your involvement makes a lasting impact.

Leadership opportunities exist at both the local and national levels, creating meaningful ways to shape the future of our community.

Partner With Us

We believe lasting change happens through collaboration.

Independent schools, foundations, nonprofits, and mission-aligned organizations can partner with National POCIS and regional POCIS organizations to expand programming, support educators, and strengthen communities across the country.

Together, we can create opportunities that have a lasting impact.

Support the Mission

Your generosity helps strengthen both the national organization and the network of local POCIS communities.

Gifts support leadership development, conferences, scholarships, educator resources, regional programming, and initiatives that create more equitable and inclusive independent schools.

Every contribution helps expand our collective impact.

Stay Connected

Be the first to hear about conferences, professional learning opportunities, local events, volunteer openings, and community news.

Follow up on LinkedIn and stay connected with a growing network of educators and advocates working to ensure every independent school community is a place where all people can thrive.

Wherever You Are, There's a Place for You

Whether you're joining your regional POCIS organization, volunteering your expertise, starting a new regional chapter, or supporting our mission through partnership or philanthropy, your involvement matters.

Together, we're strengthening independent schools—one community, one connection, and one leader at a time.

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