NOVEMBER 2-3, 2025     |    GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL     |     CHATTANOOGA, TENN. 

 

    

Overview

The Annual Conference of the Tennessee Association of Independent Schools is the organization's signature opportunity for educators to grow together. The 2024 Annual Conference brought together over 750 teachers, leaders, visionaries, sponsors, and exhibitors from across Tennessee and the Southeast. Over 180 presenters led 100+ sessions highlighting the robust work of TAIS teachers and leaders. In 2025, we will gather in Chattanooga, Tennessee, at Girls Preparatory School on November 2nd and 3rd. We hope to see you there!



Registration

Registration launches Thursday, May 15, 2025. Discounted Early Bird pricing will run May 15th through August 21st. Registration will close on Friday, October 17th.

Cost and Scholarships

Individual Tickets
  Members Guests
 
Before Aug. 21 After Aug. 21 Before Aug. 21 After Aug. 21
Two-Day Pass: General Attendee $280 $330 $375 $425
Two-Day Pass: Session Presenter $180 $180 -- --
Monday-Only Pass $230 $270 $340 $340

 

Group Rates, Special Discounts, and Scholarships    Learn more here.

 


Conference Hotel

The Westin Chattanooga

801 Pine St., Chattanooga, Tenn.

170.00 USD per night
Start Date: Friday, October 31, 2025

End Date: Tuesday, November 04, 2025

Booking Deadline: Monday, October 13, 2025



Sponsors and Exhibitors

Interested 2025 Annual Conference sponsors and exhibitors should reach out to Paige Johnson at [email protected].


Projected Professional Development Hours

Attendance for both days = 11 hours
Attendance on Monday only = 7.5 hours 

TAIS Board-Approved Cancellation Policy
Attendees will receive a full refund for an in-person conference if they cancel up to six weeks prior to the event and a 50% refund up to four weeks before the event. Refunds are not possible after four weeks prior to the event due to the costs incurred for food orders, hotel contracts, venue costs, and other administrative and setup fees. All refunds will reflect a 15% administration fee.