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Conferences + Events

Connect with a vibrant community of leaders who share your passion for Catholic education at Partners in Mission’s nationally recognized conferences and virtual events.

National Leadership Conference for Catholic Schools, March 1-4, 2026 - Naples, Florida
March 1-4, 2026

Leadership Conference

Lasting success in any organization depends on strong, dynamic leadership. In Catholic schools, it often starts with a high-quality relationship between the President/Principal and their Advancement and/or Admissions leader. This conference will help you build or strengthen this “ultimate strategic relationship” to advance your mission and raise essential resources.

Upcoming Events

The Partners in Mission Summer Institute, Leadership Conference, and other premier conferences and events bring together Catholic leaders from across the country to form connections and share insights you won’t find anywhere else. 
October 8, 2025
Ensuring a Strong Foundation and a Thriving Future
Webinar

As our schools grow in mission and impact, so too must our strategies for sustainability and excellence. This webinar is an inspiring and practical webinar co-hosted by Duc in Altum and Partners in Mission. This session is designed specifically for leaders and board members of Catholic schools.

October 9, 2025
Closing the Deal - How to Improve your Application Yield to Committed Students
Virtual Event

Discover strategies to move families from interest to enrollment, designed for Catholic girls schools. Shana Rossi, Senior Partner at Partners in Mission, will share insights from her 27 years in Catholic education. Featuring a live interview with Eden Coker, Enrollment Manager at Mount St. Mary Academy, on how she’s applying Summer Institute takeaways this fall.

March 1-4

National Leadership Conference for Catholic Schools

Naples, Florida
$1,399
$1,599

Lasting success in any organization depends on strong, dynamic leadership. In Catholic schools, it often starts with a high-quality relationship between the President/Principal and their Advancement and/or Admissions leader. This conference will help you build or strengthen this “ultimate strategic relationship” to advance your mission and raise essential resources.

June 28 - July 1

National Advancement Summer Institute for Catholic Schools

Chicago, Illinois
$1,299
$1,899

Experience the National Summer Institute for Catholic Schools, the nation’s largest and only conference dedicated to empowering Catholic education leaders to grow in Mission. Our friendly, welcoming atmosphere brings together our industry-leading Partners and thought leaders to collaborate, inspire and equip you with actionable strategies to enhance your school’s mission and growth.

Sponsor Webinar Series

Get ready for an inspiring fall webinar series! Our trusted sponsors are bringing you practical, actionable sessions designed to help your organization strengthen enrollment, boost fundraising, and tell your story with impact. Each webinar is packed with expert insights plus time for live Q&A. Join us and take away strategies you can put to work right away.
October 2

Proven Strategies in Conveying Your School Story

2:00 PM EST

The first step to effective storytelling is collecting the stories – personal, authentic, timely and dynamic content that tugs at your heart and engages your audience to share in the moments that makes your school experience unique. Every image is its own story.

October 7

The Data-Driven School: Smarter Marketing, Stronger Enrollment

2:00 PM EST

How to harness real-time enrollment data to identify trends, laser-focus your website and digital marketing, and make strategic decisions that boost mission-fit enrollment and retention.

October 16

Building a Year-Round Event Strategy for Prospective Families

2:00 PM EST

Join us for a practical webinar designed for Catholic school leaders and admissions and enrollment teams. Discover how to create a welcoming, mission-driven experience for prospective families through strategic admissions events offered throughout the year.

October 21

Securing the Future: Planned Giving & Asset-Based Gifts for Catholic Schools

2:00 PM EST

Catholic schools nationwide are facing increasing financial challenges. Tuition alone can’t cover rising costs, and annual fundraising often falls short of long-term sustainability. But there’s a solution that’s often overlooked—planned giving and gifts of assets.

Past Events

September 16

Boost Your Fundraising Campaign: Turn Traditions into Superpowers

2:00 PM EST

In this webinar, we’ll spotlight how Elyria Catholic High School transformed Founder’s Day into a fundraising superpower. By weaving in friendly competition, fun incentives, and a beloved tradition, their Founder’s Day of Giving campaign raised $132,777 in 24-hours.

September 23

How to Promote your School's Brand & Increase Community Engagement

2:00 PM EST

In this session, Snap! Mobile will show how schools can promote their unique story and engage families and the wider community using FanX, their digital app for easy communication and outreach. 

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