Welcome to the
INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS OF SOUTH FLORIDA (ISSF)
ISSF's MISSION
ISSF's Mission is to share information between Administrators of Independent Schools in South Florida, to promote the welfare of nonpublic schools before the public, to reward students and provide them with opportunities for educational competitions, to monitor education legislation and to provide opportunities for continuing education and Teacher Certification to its member schools' Faculty and Administrators.
"STAR AWARDS"All ISSF Member schools nominated their best all-around students to receive the coveted "STAR AWARD". This is a very prestigious award that recognizes each student's achievements in numerous areas, which may include academics, community service, citizenship, fine arts, athletics, effort, dedication, and good character. The Star Award recipients are an example for others to follow. It is our honor to recognize all the wonderful students for their efforts and achievements.
To view the video slideshow, click on the STARS icon below; (to download the video, click on the down arrow located at the bottom right hand corner of the video.) Please feel free to download the video and share the link with the parents of the winners and with faculty members and staff. 
CDC UPDATES FOR
SCHOOL COMMUNITIES The Center for Disease Control continuously provides updates for US Childcare Programs and K-12 Schools regarding COVID-19. Below is a link to the CDC's sites with updated information. We recommend for everyone to abide by CDC Guidelines and stay informed.
CDC GUIDANCE FOR SCHOOLS 
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Rest In Peace
ARVA MOORE PARKS 
Arva was the guest speaker at our ISSF Meeting on January 9, 2020 at the Coral Gables Museum. She's pictured here with a few of. our ISSF Board Members.
Middle School
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ISSF GENERAL MEETINGOur 2nd General ISSF Meeting, which was held at the Coral Gables Museum, was extremely educational.
The renowned historian, preservationist and author, Arva Moore Parks, gave members a wonderful presentation on the history of Coral Gables. They also took a tour of the historically protected Coral Gables Museum and enjoyed spectacular Artwork by Artists Rafael Barrios and Maria Cristina Carbonell. Enjoy the slideshow with photos taken during this event:
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ISSF Membership
Take advantage of all the benefits that ISSF offers! If you represent a nonpublic school accredited by a FAANS-recognized Accrediting Association and/or SACS/AdvancEd, and your school is located in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach or Monroe Counties, we encourage you to become an ISSF Member by completing the Membership Form below.
ISSF "BY-LAWS" |
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
ISSF offers numerous programs for professional development. These may include a Writing Institute and other programs of educational interest for Administration and Faculty Professional Development. The two General Meetings each year are held at various locations throughout our community. During these meetings, Speaker presentations are followed by private tours of the venue. These visits provide Administrators with knowledge of the venue for possible student field trips. |
LEADERSHIP SERIES
Various seminars are offered annually to Administrators and Teachers from ISSF Member Schools. These seminars take place at MIAMI COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL. They feature outstanding presenters in their field. The Leadership Series offers opportunities for advanced professional learning and/or in-service credit for Administrators and Teachers.
LINK TO FREE ISSF WEBINAR ON THE TEACHER CERTIFICATION PROCESS FOR FLORIDA EDUCATORS:
http://bit.ly/floridaeducatorwebinar |