As a member of the Buildings and Grounds Committee, you’re likely involved in any planning for new buildings and renovations on campus. Before you even hire an architect to carry out those plans, your school may make decisions that hinder the firm’s ability to bring the project to a successful conclusion.

You are, or have volunteered to be, a Trustee of your school. With this important role, come not only rewards and important responsibilities, but also certain risks of which you must be mindful.

The process of changing your schedule and processing students effectively isn’t always easy. Your schedulers require three key elements to make the adjustments necessary to best serve your students, faculty, and school as a whole.

Time is one of your most precious commodities. It can seem like there’s never enough of it to finish everything you need to do, and items on your to-do list continue to pile up. If you’re struggling with time management, here are some tips to ensure a productive and efficient year.

Wichita Collegiate's leaders were able to use what they learned at ISM's learning events and raise $100,000 more over proposed asks, thanks to a personalized letter strategy and individualized solicitations.

We’re proud to share that Michael Christopher is joining ISM’s Development Team, effective January 1, 2020. In this role, he’ll continue to lead strategic planning and development workshops; author articles; advise Boards, school leaders and development offices; present at conferences; and oversee strategic planning and school consultations.

School security is a crucial topic. We all want to do everything in our power to keep students, faculty, and staff safe, while providing a comfortable atmosphere that empowers learning, not fear. The balance is delicate and there is no right answer—every school will need to take its own measures to protect its campus.

Transporting children to and from your school can offer a host of logistical challenges. You might employ a variety of options—public school busses, school-owned vehicles, transportation vendors, parents, and ride-shares. Many schools also consider organizing carpools among interested families.

The Head sets the tone for many of your school’s initiatives and programs. When you show your support through words and actions, your community is more likely to rally behind you and engage in your school’s offerings.

Where do we stand when it comes to innovation in the classroom? Do teachers and leaders believe that we’re prioritizing innovation, in ways do they believe they’re successful, and what roadblocks stand in their way?