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The Pandemic’s Disruption: The Changing Labor Market
Volume 47 Issue 7 ● September 1, 2022
Early in the pandemic, the ISM consulting team asked a critical question: Will the pandemic be an event to simply endure, or will it forever change the marketplace for private schools? It is now clear the pandemic is a disruptor, and school leaders, executives, and Trustees must be prepared for significant changes.
READ MOREBuilding Trust Between Division Heads and Teachers
Volume 47 Issue 6 ● June 1, 2022
As a Division Head, you understand trust is a critical component of effective working relationships. In fact, trusting relationships in schools have been shown to increase faculty cooperation, enhance school climate, and improve student outcomes. It is critical to explore which behaviors promote the creation of trust.
READ MORENet Promoter Score Surveys: Is My School’s Score ’Good’?
Volume 47 Issue 6 ● May 1, 2022
ISM has helped thousands of schools conduct surveys to understand what parents, students, and teachers think about their schools. Your parents’ and students’ satisfaction also has a significant influence on whether families decide to enroll year-to-year. One solution for monitoring consumer satisfaction across industries is the Net Promoter Score Survey (NPS®).
READ MOREEnrollment Forecasting for the Coming School Year
Volume 47 Issue 7 ● September 1, 2022
You, as Business Manager of your PK–12 school, are in the initial stages of putting together the first draft of your operating budget for the coming year. With an accurate enrollment projection, you can recommend with more confidence the figures for listed (published) tuition and for overall tuition assistance. Consider the following approach.
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The State of the 2022–23 Private School Market
The Newest ISM Recommendations for Head Support and Evaluation
The Enrollment and Financial Trends You Should Know Now
Why the Five Stages of Strategic Academic Planning Are Critical to Success
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Demystifying AI for Private-Independent School Marketing
Date(s): 12/18/2024 ● Time: 3:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Make AI your trusted marketing ally, saving time and improving results while maintaining the authenticity and connection that sets your school apart.
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Collaboration, Data Insights, and Great Creative to Achieve Enrollment Goals
Date(s): 12/19/2024 ● Time: 3:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Learn how one school’s Admissions and Marketing Communications teams came together, with partner Metric Marketing, to build and execute an ambitious strategy for growth.
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Five Things Heads Need to Know About Retiring Well
Date(s): 1/15/2025 ● Time: 12:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Hear from retired independent school heads about recognizing the right time to retire, navigating the transition with grace, and embracing fulfilling opportunities beyond headship.
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Navigating AI Media: Policies, Education, and Protection for K-12 Schools
Date(s): 1/22/2025 ● Time: 3:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Tackle AI-driven media challenges, from deepfakes to ethical dilemmas, with expert insights and actionable strategies.
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Building a Culture of Giving and Getting Involved
Date(s): 1/23/2025 ● Time: 3:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Learn how to shape your school community’s “culture of giving and engagement” to drive meaningful progress in your fundraising and volunteer efforts.
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Creating a Roadmap for Auxiliary Program Success
Date(s): 1/29/2025 ● Time: 3:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Enhance and streamline your auxiliary programs to align with your school’s mission and boost auxiliary revenue streams.
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The Essential Partnership Between the Admission and Business Offices
Date(s): 4/23/2025 ● Time: 3:00pm ET ● Status: Open
Discover ways the admission and business offices can collaborate strategically to secure a school’s long-term success and achieve its mission.
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