School Administration
We specialize in all realms of school administration such as
enrollment,
board development,
fundraising,
faculty training and support,
outreach, business operations, and parental
involvement.
Over the course of several visits to your school, we will gather
information through individual interviews and written questionnaires
that will enable us to assess the overall strength and effectiveness
of the business operations and administrative functions of your school.
We focus on people: their abilities, responsibilities, and interactions
with colleagues. We listen, obtain an overview, and present back to you
impartial, objective recommendations for improvement. Focusing on
individuals, our human centered approach conveys to your staff that
they are heard, appreciated and integral to your school.
- Is your enrollment where you wish it to be?
- Is low enrollment impacting the programs you are able to offer?
- What is the public perception of your school?
- Do you have a long term plan for enrollment stability?
Continuing to attract new students, as well as retaining your current students,
is essential to the future of your school. A solid enrollment is a corner stone
of a successful school. We can assist you in evaluating the effectiveness of your
enrollment strategies, creating a detailed, well defined plan for student outreach.
- Does your board need to move from involvement in
day to day operational issues to strategic planning?
- As volunteers, what are the expectations for a board member?
- Do your board members understand their legal liability?
- Has your board participated in a self evaluation?
A strong board fully understands their role, as part of the foundation of
the school. We will work with your board to identify goals for board development
and training, and enable them to accept and embrace their role in fundraising,
long term strategic planning and governance issues.
- Does your school have a clearly defined plan for fundraising?
- Do you maintain a data base of donors?
- Is there an understanding that friend raising is as important as fund raising?
A multi faceted approach is often the key to successful fundraising.
Involving parents, reaching out to the wider community, special events,
participation in community events, timely acknowledgment letters, and
publications overflowing with positive messages that reflect the heart
of the school will all combine together for success in fundraising.
We can present you with an objective view of how others see your school
and the impact that has on your fundraising strategies.
- Is your school seeking accreditation?
- Do you have sufficient personnel and resources to undertake this process?
Now that your faculty, board, staff and parents are excited about seeking
accreditation, how will you achieve it? The volumes of paperwork require
a major time commitment, dedication to the end result and knowledge of the
process. An experienced professional from AdminService can assist, advise,
and guide you on this worthwhile endeavor. We will be by your side, on site,
to support you throughout the entire process from the completion of documentation
to the visit from the accreditation team.
This mentoring service includes periodic on-site visitations, phone
and Skype supports, regional workshops with a cohort of other
non-public administrators.
In a number of non-public schools it is
often the case that their Administrator has not received formal
cousework in Administration, let alone formal training under the
auspices of that particular school movement. The complexity of
school leadership is such that a lack of training in administration
can add to the challenges that the administrator already faces. In
addition, lack of training and support for the school's
administrator can spell the difference between the continuation of
the school or its demise.
We offer on retainer phone consultations for identified School contacts (such as the
Administrator or School Counselor, respectively) on pressing (but not crisis) issues
and questions related to School staff or student problems. Phone calls will be
returned by the next business day. HR presenting problems requiring complex
legal guidance could be referred to the AdminService attorney.
What Others Are Saying
Kimberton Waldorf School, PA
"Much has been asked of all of us over these past few months, but we
are especially grateful for the time and effort you have given in
support of the school."
Randy Ment, Chair of Finance Committee, Green Meadow Waldorf School, NY
"I wanted to express my thank for your efforts this year. Our financial
affairs seem to be running quite smoothly and the faculty seems to be
becoming aware of the key issues facing us in a very positive way
thanks to your efforts. You have earned people's respect in a very
short period of time."
Richmond Waldorf School, VA
"Thank you so much for your time, observation, and sharing of your
experience. We have all experienced your support as extremely
beneficial on many levels. I am pleased to hear that you will
continue to work with us."
Kirsten Updike, President of the Board,
Susquehanna Waldorf School
"Thanks so much for your detailed report to the faculty and board.
It feels as if we have a launching point for further discussion
with the faculty and as a board, as well as a blue print for how
to proceed through the next phase. It is most helpful. Thank you."
Siri Jostad, Board President, San Diego Waldorf School
"Thank you for your thorough and thoughtful review of our schools
organizational structures. I find it very insightful and supportive
of movements already begun amongst staff and volunteers. I will use
this as a guide for our work going forward.
I very much appreciate the wisdom and experience you bring to the analysis."
Charles Baldwin, Somerset School, CA
"Thank you for sending the revised copy of your report - we appreciate
your objectivity and professional manner in identifying areas for
improvement and development"
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