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Interviewing and Hiring Resources

Heads of schools share that retention and recruitment of qualified staff remains a concern, with 42.9% of respondents to the SAIS pulse survey indicate it as a top challenge. Following are a variety of resources specific to interviewing and hiring. […]

MARCH 2025 SIGNALS

Entering March and approaching the promise of spring break, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the incredible work you and your teams have been doing.  During my onboarding year, I have witnessed this impact first-hand as I have […]

FUTURE-PROOFING YOUR SCHOOL THROUGH M&A

A Look at School Mergers and Acquisitions As schools consider institutional sustainability, the idea of a merger or acquisition may come into play. An acquisition might be a good option for schools looking to expand – offering new grade levels […]

A BRAVE NEW (DIGITAL) WORLD

Students Take the Lead With Broadcasting and New Media With a variety of media channels for sharing news or engaging with content, legacy media (i.e. print, broadcast television, and radio) appear to be waning, especially with younger audiences, while the […]

Interviewing: From Suggested Questions to Legal Compliance

Interview Protocols: Planning, Procedures, and Possible Questions Selecting the right talent requires a thoughtful, systematic approach. This guide provides school leaders with structured protocols, targeted questions, and proven strategies for conducting effective interviews across all positions. From assembling diverse interview […]

Onboarding and Mentorship

Developing Your Onboarding Program Effective employee onboarding is a critical investment that goes far beyond paperwork and orientation day. Research from the career website Zippia shows that organizations with strong onboarding processes increase new hire retention by 82%, yet 88% […]

Heads of School Virtual Roundtable – February 19, 2025

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Webinar Recording – Strategies for Recruiting and Retaining Teachers of Color in Independent Schools

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Webinar Recording – Rethinking Middle Level Leadership Development

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Webinar Recording – Trustee Education Series | Hot Legal Topics for Boards of Trustees

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