If we are already members of NACAC, why do we need ACCIS?

NACAC is a great organization, and it has done an enormous amount to advance our profession.  One indication of our respect for NACAC is that the ACCIS Bylaws require any school seeking to join ACCIS to hold NACAC membership first.The purpose of ACCIS is not to question or break from NACAC; rather, it is to provide an affiliate organization that focuses all its efforts on supporting college counselors who work in independent schools.  NACAC has many other constituents to serve, and we don't feel that independent school counselors should be the focus of NACAC's undivided attention.