Planning for the next academic year feels fraught with uncertainty at a time when schools are usually feeling confident in their year-end projections and already voting on budgets. In this two-part series, gain important perspectives about the virus, the economy, and independent school industry considerations to help with planning for next year.

Part One – November 19, 2020

This is a recording of part one of Buckle Your Seatbelts! Navigating the Path to 2021-22.The November 19 session provided crucial external insight in two key areas:

Dr. David Cosenza and Dr. Catherine Passaretti gave us a window into what we have learned about the virus, what its trajectory may involve, and the future of the vaccines in trials.
Dr. Fabrizio Perri outlined the various scenarios that might emerge around the economic recovery that our country may experience.

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Webinar Recording

Part Two – December 3, 2020

This is a recording of part two of Buckle Your Seatbelts! Navigating the Path to 2021-22.

The December 3 session dove more deeply into what independent school leaders and board members may want to consider as they chart their course, including:

How to approach the budget cycle with Ari Betof from Mission & Data
Trends and projections that the data are telling us with Lisa Pullman from INDEX
Enrollment management and admissions in a turbulent environment with Peter Baron from EMA
Legal and business cycle considerations with Debra Wilson from SAIS
Industry-wide perspective and planning thoughts with John Gulla from EE Ford