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Provide Hands-on Tech Experience With a Student-run IT Help Desk
Private School News // March 28, 2018
The role technology plays in our schools and in the lives of our students only continues to expand. Your school has probably already worked to incorporate technology into classrooms and administrative functions. But, as technology becomes more ingrained in every aspect of school operations, your IT staff may start to feel the strain.
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Preparing for a Powerful Full-Board Presentation
Board of Trustees // March 20, 2018
When a Board committee or Trustee is on the agenda to present a proposal to the Board, expect him or her to come thoroughly prepared. The following template can help Trustees organize proposal presentations.
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The Essential Role of the Annual Fund Chair
Board of Trustees // March 20, 2018
Because the annual fund is broad-based and occurs regularly, it connects your school with the widest possible group of donors in your community and works to instill in them the habit of giving. The annual fund also opens the opportunity to identify individuals who later might become primary supporters of your capital, endowment, and major gift programs.
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Strengthen Your School’s Volunteer Program to Benefit Your Students and Community
Academic Leadership // March 19, 2018
Many private-independent schools want their students to become purveyors of positive change in their communities. School leaders, therefore, incorporate this fundamental goal into their missions, and create service learning programs to help deliver on their pledge.
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The Benefits and Challenges of Personalized Learning
Academic Leadership // March 19, 2018
Personalized learning initiatives—a specific focus on matching students’ individual learning styles and competencies to their educational processes—have long been a focus for private-independent schools. As technology makes personalized learning initiatives even more individualized, a new study has analyzed the impact of personalized learning and whether it’s truly helping students succeed.
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Three Crucial Truths to Uncover During Exit Interviews
Advancement // March 15, 2018
A family can choose to leave your school for many different reasons. It’s up to the Admission office to determine why—and surface any underlying financial or culture issues that might be plaguing your school, causing families to choose other educational institutions.
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The First Step of Any Successful Fundraising Campaign
Advancement // March 15, 2018
Your case statement is a core element of every fundraising campaign. This marketing tool communicates with donors and prospects, and begins the process of matching their values and interests with your school’s mission and guiding principles.
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How to Manage a Sudden Enrollment Shift
School Heads // March 5, 2018
It can be a worst-case scenario for a School Head. You work with your team to solidify your budget months in advance, and plan for the coming school year accordingly. But, in August, you realize that fewer students enrolled than you had planned, or perhaps an unexpected increase in expenses surfaces.
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Ensure Your Long Term Disability Benefits Are Right for Your Community
Business and Operations // March 5, 2018
Your school is always looking to attract and retain the best mission-appropriate faculty and staff to help your students succeed. Your school’s benefits package serves as a powerful ally in quest. Ensuring that your current and prospective employees are adequately protected illustrates for them that they are a valued part of your organization.
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Communicate End-of-Year Changes Effectively
School Heads // March 5, 2018
It’s getting warmer, the days are getting longer and, yes, we are quickly approaching the end of the school year. No doubt spring brings excitement to your hallways, but there’s still much to do before the school year concludes. As School Head, you must navigate the changes that will take place at the end of the year.
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