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4 Homework Assignments to Ramp Up Student Recruitment
New school year, new enrollment goals! As the semester is already in full swing, school leaders all across the country are implementing new strategies and tactics to meet and even exceed their enrollment goals. So what steps are you going to take to ensure your school...
How to Take Experiential Learning Beyond the Science Lab
“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin We've all heard this phrase throughout our educational journeys, but it never loses relevance! Even if every school is different and each student unique, giving children...
How To Highlight Your After-School Activities
What makes your school special? For many schools, it’s not just the academics that make their education so great, but the wide array of after-school programs and electives that are offered. At Schola, we know how important it is to highlight what makes each school...
3 Tips To Showcase Your Outstanding Staff
Every school has many different characteristics that make it unique, but one thing they should all have in common is a passionate and dedicated staff. Educators are the backbone of every school, and the way they engage with students and their families is crucial for...
11 Expert Text and Email Examples To Prospective Parents
We know that it can be challenging to expertly craft a follow-up email to parents. Making your email sound enticing and calling parents to action without sounding too pushy is not always easy. Or maybe you’re trying to leverage SMS and trying to decide what to text...
Communication Tools To Learn More About Your School Community
As August comes to an end, both teachers and students have already settled in their classrooms and are ready to tackle the semester. We know you have many exciting plans to keep students engaged and support your staff's needs so learning is a successful experience for...
3 Simple Ways to To Incorporate Life Skills Into Your School’s Day-to-Day
Every day more families are looking for schools with a whole-child approach to education. More than ever, parents want their children to have a solid foundation to not only be successful in their academic and future professional endeavors but also to be well-rounded...
How Can Student-Centered Learning Benefit Your School?
Have you ever wondered how a student-centered learning approach can benefit your school's objectives? Student-centered learning is all about personalization, one of the top characteristics parents across the country are looking for when choosing their ideal school. It...
Don’t Fall Behind on Recruitment! A School Leaders’ Checklist for the New School Year
In just a few days, the bell will ring for a new school year, and at Schola, we know that ensuring everything is ready to welcome your students is your top priority. But don’t worry, you don't have to start out the new school year alone! We are here to lend a hand....
A School Leader’s Guide To Working Smarter & Not Harder
If you are a school leader, chances are you are currently focused on arranging every detail for the beginning of the semester. From making sure everything is ready on time to communicating with parents, students and staff, there is a lot on your plate this season!...
Social Media Hacks To Welcome Families to the 2022–2023 School Year
The countdown for the new semester has begun! In just a few weeks, your school's hallways and classrooms will be filled with students, parents, and teachers ready to start the school year. But how can you help families prepare for the new semester even before they set...
Schola-Approved Tips To Bring Your School’s Features To Life On YouTube
Every school has outstanding attributes that make it special. From its close-knit community to its educational approach, your school has so much to offer, and families need to know about it. Finding new and creative ways to showcase everything you love about your...
Unlock Families’ Curiosity and Commitment To Your School
School leaders across the country know that getting families committed to a school is an ongoing task. Commitment starts with curiosity, that’s why finding creative ways to keep new and returning families eager to learn more about your school’s offer and future plans...
Three Ways To Help The Entire Family Get Ready For College
Do you remember when you started to think about going to college? Nowadays, students of all ages can begin developing a college mindset early in their academic careers. As school leaders, providing a supportive and encouraging environment for students can help them...
Three Virtual Events To Keep Your Families Connected
Summer is already flying by, can you believe it? What efforts are you making to continue recruiting and keeping your returning families engaged with your school? Hosting virtual events can be a great way to stay connected with your community and help them get all the...
5 Ways To Promote Student Retention Through The Summer
How much time are you dedicating weekly toward your student retention efforts? Student retention is just as important as recruitment, so it’s essential for all school leaders to work on it throughout the year, and summer is no exception! Retention is one of the key...
Three Essential Tactics to Boost Recruitment This Summer
Summer is in full swing, and nurturing families through effective communication is essential to get more students to show up on that first day of school. What tactics are you already using to reach your recruitment goals for the next school year? At Schola, we...
Ten Tips To Make The Most Out Of Your Social Media Posts
In 2022, when it comes to brands, they all should have a strategic social media presence, and yes, that includes your school. More than ever, families are allowing social media to influence their decision-making process; it might be to choose the trendiest backpack or...
Students’ Favorite Teachers Receive BIG Surprise
For six years now, Schola has helped thousands of students find their ideal educational setting to improve their education outcomes. We have traveled all around the United States, from California to New York and everywhere in between, spotlighting amazing schools in...
Leading Tools To Stay Connected With Parents During The Summer
As we are wrapping up the semester, you might be wondering how to stay connected and keep new and recurring families engaged with your school, so they show up on that first day of the next school year. The answer is simple: through effective communication. If...