Not every moment in a parent’s experience with a school is equal. Some of them are more equal than others. Some of them are moments of truth. Of the many interactions a parent has with a school, some have deeper and more lasting impact than others. They are the ones...
Teachers are the front line of a schools’ relationship with its parents. They are key influencers. Leveraging the impact of faculty members is an absolute necessity for the success of enrollment and marketing efforts. However, teachers are often uncomfortable with...
Many enrollment, admissions and marketing leaders find themselves knowing that retention is a priority but uncertain of where to start. The fact is that there are many possible approaches to retention. The late Rheu Stakely used to advocate for retention being...
For those involved with enrollment and admissions, the idea of focusing recruitment efforts on target segments is not new. But that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s happening. So, here’s a little dose of motivation. Knowing more about the benefits of...
To distinguish themselves in a competitive marketplace, schools must become parent-centred. These days, being a child-centred school doesn’t provide much competitive advantage. Child-centred approaches are clearly linked to educational success and have been woven into...
Whether your existing parent ambassador program isn’t producing the results you hoped for, or whether starting an ambassador program is high up on your to-do list, there are three factors that need your attention. The three keys to a successful parent or student...