This outspoken change agent says independent schools can do better for their students, themselves and the industry collectively. That means ditching traditional transcripts, merging in oversaturated markets and “pooling
14 min read
Independent school leaders from at least 44 states and nine countries learned, networked and collaborated in NBOA's biggest event ever.
3 min read
We must start breaking rules to make sure that our schools stand out as exceptional among a growing list of options.
3 min read
Governance is not something that is baked and done. It is organic and requires constant attention, time and resources to yield the best results.
4 min read
This person can be a “three-fer,” providing leadership in the business office, the perspective of a consultant and guidance in the hiring of the new CFO.
12 min read
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Governance
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Key Governance
Board orientation and engagement get an upgrade as fiduciary responsibilities and risk exposures intensify.
8 min read
This CFO’s government failed her. She’s spent the last 14 years fighting for positive change.
5 min read
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Governance
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International
Drawn by rapid economic growth and an education-focused population, a new independent school with American roots is winning over a different culture.
7 min read
Cultivate brand ambassadors, customer service and women's leadership so that your school and staff will flourish.
2 min read
A departing employee’s final paycheck and exit interview are only the beginning of a successful offboarding practice. Everyone is watching.
4 min read
As with any premium brand, an independent school’s entire faculty and staff must deliver premium customer service. HR professionals can lead the way.
4 min read
For business officers pursuing big goals, Leadership Awards Lunch speaker and world-class swimmer Diana Nyad models the power of will.
6 min read
How does an organization double its membership in eight years? Good governance, staffing, communication and teamwork are key, says NBOA's Jeff Shields.
8 min read
Strategies
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Leadership
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Professional Development
A program that grows leaders from the school's own ranks benefits employees, students and the larger community. Evidence of its success? At least four applicants for every spot.
4 min read
What could be more important to your school and your staff than doing everything you can to be present?
3 min read
A snapshot of NBOA’s priorities, accomplishments and operational health in support of member schools during the 2017 fiscal year
3 min read
It’s time to chart new pathways for engaging students. “Independent schools are imprisoning themselves by not moving forward.”
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Catch the best of 2017 before we release the January/February 2018 issue. This baker's dozen of NetAssets.org articles features pieces — on everything from tuition pricing to dramatic school turnarounds — that were widel
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Independent school CFOs must be catalysts for positive change. “Success isn’t a permanent condition; it’s a temporary state in the context of many external factors.”
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