Katherine Stuart 4/23/24 Katherine Stuart 4/23/24

Traditions: The Heartbeat of Distinguished Schools

Is your school like mine? If you do something three times, it's a tradition! Traditions and signature programs are a hallmark of private schools. Yet, many schools struggle with balancing academic rigor, fine arts experiences, character and religious education, athletics, and the selection and timing of traditions. In this blog, I will share ideas to consider.

3/24/24 3/24/24

Financial Aid Part 2: Financial Aid Management - Who will Administer your School’s Program?

3/5/24 3/5/24

Financial Aid Part 1: Determining Policies, Procedures, & the Boards Role

2/16/24 2/16/24

Is a Preschool Division Worth It?

Do you know that seventy-five percent (75%) of a person's brain development occurs after birth, and a toddler's brain is about 2 ½ times as active as an adult's? Experiences during the early years profoundly affect brain structure and performance throughout adulthood.

2/7/24 2/7/24

Does my School Need a Finance Manual?

Whether you are a new head of School or a seasoned veteran, most leaders rose through the ranks of teacher, department chair, office manager, division director, and assistant head of School. While excellent school visionaries and managers, many heads of schools lack experience in the School’s business side, which is all the more reason to have a well-written and regularly reviewed Finance Manual.

1/21/24 1/21/24

Do Schools Still Need Org Charts and Job Descriptions? 5 Easy Steps to Preparing The Best!

Organizational Charts and Job descriptions are not just for applicants. However, according to a 2021 LinkedIn survey, 63% of candidates chose not to apply for a job because they didn't know the specific skills and areas of competence needed for the position. A further 47% said they didn't apply because years of experience were not listed in the job description.

12/18/23 12/18/23

How to Look and Act Like You Are Accustomed to Fine Dining

You’ve rented the tuxedo or purchased an after-five dress. You’ve reviewed with the Development Director the family trees, previous donations, and connections to the school for every person sitting at your table. You’ve studied what side your bread and the drink will be on now if you can eat some of your dinner and talk simultaneously!

12/18/23 12/18/23

Preliminary Operating & Capital Budgets

During October and November, the Head of School and the Business Manager, CFO, begin planning the Operational and Capital Budgets for the next school year.