The Enrollment Spectrum Podcast

Latest Episodes:

The Power of Serving Others May 01, 2020

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Join us as we hear from Jason Kreutner, Head of School at University School of the Lowcountry as he describes how his school is giving back during this difficult time.

Reconsidering your tuition for the fall? Apr 27, 2020

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If you're reconsidering your tuition for the fall you're not alone. Many schools are asking tough questions about price going forward. In this conversation we hear from Tom Sheppard who has done signficant work on this topic.

Beyond the College List: Value, Parents & Independent School Enrollment Apr 20, 2020

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Let's talk about value proposition. How do we help parents see beyond the college list to the true and lasting benefit of the independent school experience? Leigh Moore from Real College Matters helps us out!

Steps to Financial Sustainability in a Time of COVID-19 Apr 20, 2020

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Will we be back to normal in the fall? How should schools be thinking about their financial sustainability? This conversation with Ari Betof president of Organizational Sustainability Consulting will help you get started. This podcast is a great one to share with your head of school or board!

Learning How to Pivot Apr 03, 2020

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What does it mean to pivot? In this conversation with Dr. Greg Martin we find out!

Ensure Enrollment in the Fall by Thriving Today Mar 31, 2020

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One of the most popular lessons from our 'Rethinking Enrollment due to COVID-19' course was from Ian Symmonds. Join us as he dives deep into topics of interest to school leaders.

Enrollment in Uncertain Times: Values, Kindness & Being Heard Mar 30, 2020

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How should you reimagine your enrollment process due to COVID-19? For David Willows at the International School of Brussells it starts with demonstrating your values, emphasizing kindness, and remembering that helping families feel heard is critical.

Announcing EMA's Idea Factory: A free online unconference Mar 26, 2020

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Announcing EMA's Idea Factory - a free online unconference on April 2, 2020. Stay tuned for more information and sign up details!

How to Adopt a Startup Mentality at Your School Mar 26, 2020

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Join us for this conversation with Kirk Wheeler and check out two of his recent posts to dig deeper into how to adopt a startup mentality at your school!

Financial aid in uncertain times: questions every school must ask today Mar 24, 2020

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What will the effect of the COVID-19 crisis be on independent school tuition and financial aid? Mark Mitchell from NAIS helps us with some historical context.

After the 2008 financial crisis:

FA applications went up 16.7%
Students receiving aid went up 17.8%
Total FA spending per student went up 21%

In this conversation Mark advises us that although we can't predict the future we can start asking the right questions to help our schools prepare today.