Ahead in the Count

a monthly newsletter for independent school leaders

September 3, 2019

 

In this edition, we explore the importance of community, how leaders at all levels of the org chart contribute to building it, and how this longtime strength of independent schools is more appealing to families than it ever has been.  You've got to get this right; no innovative program, indeed no stellar academic outcome will make up the difference.  

Head as Pater/Mater Familias

 

Independent schools are good at building community, something that Americans are desperate to find. Here, I discuss the head as weaver-in-chief of the community fabric.

 
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Community as Marketing

 

In independent schools, your investment in community is the most important marketing effort you can make.

 
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Hidily-Ho, Neighborino!

 

Independent schools should serve a public purpose by partnering with mission-aligned institutions and by stewarding relationships with contiguous neighbors.

 
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Oriole Haiku

 

If you avoid these pitfalls, digital communication will enhance your ability to strengthen ties inside your community.

 
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How Can We Help You?

 

At Knuckleball Consulting we provide services in enrollment assessment, leadership search, governance, and change management.  Contact us now; we look forward to the conversation.

 
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