One of a board of trustees’ major responsibilities is to support the head of school, and for good reason. Without the head’s ability to manage the day-to-day functioning of the school, the board would not be able to fulfill its […]
The What and Why of Dashboards In our mission-driven, data-informed educational landscape, effective visualization is crucial for making strategic decisions. Data dashboards transform complex school metrics into clear, actionable insights that can be understood at a glance. By leveraging visual […]
Strategic Approaches to Faculty and Staff Retention The challenge of finding and keeping exceptional educators has emerged as a critical priority in independent schools. Recent SAIS pulse surveys reveal that over half of heads of school and 44% of division […]
Hello there! As we head towards the finish of the fall term, there is no greater time to take a moment to create some margin for your team to reflect on the first half of the year. If you need […]
Using Foresight to Plan for Your School’s Future “Thinking about the far-off future is more than an exercise in intellectual curiosity. It’s a practical skill that new research reveals has a direct neurological link to greater creativity, empathy, and optimism. […]
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Meetings that Honor Educators’ Time School leaders invest countless hours in meetings each year, and improving these essential gatherings can dramatically impact school effectiveness. Through intentional meeting design and modern tools, we can transform meetings from time drains into catalysts […]
In this FastStats, I explore the affordability of independent schools, an increasingly pressing issue over the past two decades. With tuition rising, families find it more challenging to access private education without significant financial aid. This analysis uses historical data […]
