Embracing Meaningful Connections
As the school year progresses, we find ourselves engrossed in various endeavors, from fundraising and annual funds to organizing admissions events and open houses. Amidst all the planning and execution, we often forget to prioritize a crucial aspect of our...
You might wonder if switching to a 2-month annual fund season is a bold move, but rest assured, my friend, I have the data to support it! Today, I'll share four compelling reasons why this shift could be one of the best decisions you make for your school. Let's dive in!
1.) Donor Fatigue...
Navigating the Annual Giving Season
With the Annual Giving season approaching, it's crucial for small and independent schools to be mindful of a major fundraising mistake that often goes unnoticed. This particular error not only affects our fundraising efforts but can also have a negative impact...
Faculty In-Service sessions offer an incredible platform for the marketing, development, and admissions teams to connect with the faculty and staff. When you present at Faculty In-Service, you get to showcase your roles, clarify expectations, emphasize the importance of everyone's involvement in...
Today, we are diving into the world of photo card apps and exploring how they can help us connect, thank, and engage with our parents and families as part of a comprehensive retention plan. We all know that building strong relationships with our school community is essential for...
Today, let's dive into a hot topic in the world of school marketing — the power of review sites and Google Business profiles! #SchoolMarketing #ReviewSites #GoogleBusiness
We all know that word-of-mouth plays a crucial role in attracting new families to our schools. Well, guess what?...
In any successful school community, effective communication serves as the lifeblood that keeps everything running smoothly. When it comes to engaging parents, understanding their communication preferences and maintaining consistency in delivering information is crucial. In this blog post,...
Hey there, hardworking school leaders! Are you dreaming of your upcoming vacation but feeling overwhelmed at the thought of leaving work behind?
Fear not! In this blog post, we'll dive into some essential tips and strategies to help you successfully prepare for your time off. By setting...
According to Niche.com survey results, 65% of prospective families said reviews and testimonials from other parents influenced their decision to attend a particular school.
Yet many schools haven’t made reviews a priority or don’t know how to secure reviews from parents. ...
Summer is one of the best times to tackle projects. Even better — it’s the best time to get ready for fall. We can set our future selves up for success if we prepare now.
Of course there are a million things on your plate, but here are a few (of many) that we’ve found...
Does this sound like your school?
Parents: We’re overwhelmed with work, school, and extracurriculars—we don’t have time to search for things. We have to dig through our school’s emails to find what we’re looking for (and we’re not always successful). We...
A hot topic at our Small School Leaders meetup - what to post on social media over the summer??
Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Repurpose school year posts or by featuring Throwback Thursdays or Flashback Fridays every week.
- Highlight new and returning faculty members using photos and,...
