Pursue your degree in a cohort of scholars and professionals from private, independent and international schools. A cohort of 25 students will complete work in residence for two consecutive summer terms, each five weeks, and engage in field work during the two intervening semesters at their home schools.

Excellent faculty, combining the talents of professors from the College of Education at UH, with the experience of practicing school educators from Hawai‘i’s finest independent schools, will join students in a community that invites intellectual stimulation within the construct of a professional learning community.

A challenging curriculum that emphasizes private, independent school issues, cultural and multicultural awareness and diversity and the practice of leadership within the context of a school community.

A wide variety of interactive teaching formats and methodologies designed to engage and challenge the experienced adult learner. Distance learning technologies will facilitate learning during off-site periods.

Guest lecturers, informal discussion sessions and the atmosphere of collaboration augment formal instruction and produce lasting networks of professionals throughout the region.

Master’s Degree Program

Private School Leadership

A program designed to meet the needs of administrators, teachers, and staff members in private, independent and international schools.

A partnership between the Hawai'i Association of

Independent Schools and the Educational Foundations

Department of the College of Education at the University of

Hawai‘i at Mānoa.

June 2018 - July 2019

“One of the greatest strengths of the program is the exposure and insight you gain into all aspects of independent schools through the expertise of the faculty and experience of your fellow cohort members.”

-Jesse Wooten, Santa Barbara Middle School,

California

Join Cohort VII for a Masters of Education (M.Ed.) in Private School Leadership, a cohort-based program requiring 30-credit hours of study.

About the UniversityLocated in Honolulu, the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa is the major campus of the state’s ten-campus university system. A renowned center for research and advanced graduate and professional studies, UHM also offers excellence in its wide-ranging undergraduate programs. It is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Statement of AccreditationThe College of Education programs are fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

About HAISThe Hawaii Association of Independent Schools is a member-supported organization that advances the cause of education in the State of Hawai‘i, particularly those issues specific to private and independent schools. HAIS is affiliated with the National Association of Independent Schools and participates in the management of the Hawaii Council of Private Schools.

Degree BenefitsGraduates are prepared to enrich their schools with enhanced professionalism, transformational leadership skills, and skilled practice at leading for change and improvement. Graduates are also prepared to contribute to the larger school improvement initiatives in their communities.

Admission EligibilityApplicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or its equivalent from a recognized foreign institution of higher learning.

Application DeadlineApplication materials are due by

Friday, November 17, 2017.

Program LocationAll summer classes will convene at Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawaii.

HousingDormitory-style housing can be arranged for students coming to the program from off-island. Options include: East-West Center, www.eastwestcenter; YMCA Atherton, www.athertonymca.org; and YWCA Fernhurst (females only), oahu.ywca.org/fernhurst.

For more information Contact: Deanna D'Olier, Director of Programs & Services, Hawaii

Association of Independent Schools Phone: (808) 973-1533Email: ddolier@hais.us

www.hais.us

Program Mission

To educate those who hold or aspire to hold leadership positions, both formal and informal, in private, independent and international schools.

To empower these emerging leaders with a conceptual framework that defines school renewal as a transformational process.

To provide participants with direct and practical experience as “change leaders” capable of designing, implementing, and evaluating a school renewal initiative within the typical operational and cultural complexities of the independent school of the 21st century.

Masters of Education in Private School Leadership

“This program has not only helped me learn more about myself as a leader, it has shaped my philosophy of education and encouraged me to reflect on the relationship of education and leadership.”

-Tatiana Fox, Kamehameha Schools - Kapālama, Hawai‘i

Program Schedule (tentative)

Fall 2018Through Distance Learning

August 27 - December 21, 2018

EDEF 649Field Studies in Education Foundations

(3 credits)

Spring 2019Through Distance Learning

January 14 - May 10, 2019

EDEF 649 Field Studies in Education Foundations

(3 credits)

Summer 2018 On-Site

June 18 - July 20, 2018

EDEF 667FFoundations of Curriculum

(3 credits)

EDEF 630Cultural Diversity and Education

(3 credits)

Summer 2019 On-Site

June 17 - July 19, 2017

EDEF 675 Introduction to Educational Policy

(3 credits)

EDEF 667BPrivate School Finance &

Human Resources(3 credits)

EDEF 667B Technology Planning &

Management (3 credits)

EDEF 667CLeadership and Governance

(3 credits)

Summer 2019

EDEF 675 - Educational Policy Studies Topics: Educational policy and policy-making at various government levels, and related private school law.

EDEF 667B - School Finance & Human Resources Topics: Revenues; expenditures; process and procedures; business management; development and fundraising; plan-ning; organizational change and policy.

EDEF 667B - Technology Planning & Management Topics: Strategies for effective integration of educational technologies into learning environments; challenges selecting administrative information systems for school operations; technology standards for teachers & students; digital resources to support teaching & learning; ethical & responsible use of digital technologies; and comprehensive school information management systems vs. multiple task-specific MIS programs.

EDEF 667C - Leadership and GovernanceTopics: Effective governance; board-head-constituent relations finance; leadership; planning; private school law

Summer 2018

EDEF 667F - Foundations of Curriculum Topics: Development and management of curricula; factors affecting curriculum development; management of time and resources; examination of the wider picture beyond the classroom related to curriculum.

EDEF 630 - Cultural Diversity and EducationTopics: Issues, themes, debates and practices in multicultural education; promotion of cultural awareness and knowledgeable reflection; skill development for professionals in multicultural environments.

EDEF 610 - Foundations of Educational Theory Topics: An in-depth review of social, philosophical and historical views underlying various theories of education and their application in teaching and learning in independent schools.

EDEF 678 - Inquiry in Education Topics: Orientation to research; technology skills crucial to EDEF 649 Field Studies; brainstorming projects; review of the literature available related to project topics; reflecting on practical ideas that lend themselves to 649 projects.

Fall 2018/Spring 2019

EDEF 649 - Field Studies in Education FoundationsAfter admission and before attendance, students will be expected to think through, with the leadership of their schools, a project that would work at or be helpful to the school. During the first summer, the project will be refined. In the fall, students will research the literature germane to the project and begin to implement the project. In the spring, students will complete and then evaluate the success of the project. Past projects have included new curriculum thrusts and building school culture.

Acronyms: EDEF: Educational Foundations

EDEF 610Foundations of Educational Theory

(3 credits)

EDEF 678Inquiry in Education

(3 credits)

Program Cost The tuition for the Master’s Degree Program in Private School Leadership is $18,000. Tuition and other University fees will be invoiced through the University of Hawai‘i over the four terms of the program. Additional expenses include the application fee ($100), books, travel, and housing (if applicable).

Suggested Computer EquipmentDuring the intervening year between the two summer sessions, students interact through on-line technology tools with instructors and each other. To participate, students must have access to a computer with Internet access.

Leadership

David P. Ericson, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Educational Foundations, COE, UHM Maureen MacLeod Ph.D., Program Director, Dean of Students and Faculty. Director, The

Writing Center, Punahou School

Daniel E. White Ph.D., Founding Headmaster (ret.) , Island Pacific Academy

Faculty

Administration

Deanna D'Olier, MEd., Director of Programs & Services, HAIS

Jon Matsuda, Outreach College, University of Hawaii Mānoa

Hannah Tavares, Ph.D., Associate Professor & Graduate Chair, Department of Educational

Foundations, COE

Leadership, Faculty & Administration

The Private School Leadership Program faculty is a singularly impressive group of scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers actively working to improve the state of education, in Hawai'i and beyond. Committed to providing and cultivating the very best in educational scholarship, innovation and professional leadership, as they address the most pressing challenges facing schools, communities and students.