The Trusted Authority for Starting, Improving, & Selling Private Schools: 2008-04-20

Hi Inner Circle Member:

I told you in my last eZine that I would be making an exciting announcement about our expanded team of Senior Associates at Halladay Education Group.

I have been fortunate enough to have 7 experienced senior educational leaders join HEG’s team. They have lead the start-up of +25 schools in Canada, the USA, and internationally. They have led a combined +30 schools with over 350 years of experience guiding some of the most prestigious schools in North America, the Middle East, and Asia.

Their schools have used a variety of curriculum and programs including: International Baccalaureate, US-based, Canadian-based, special needs, co-ed, all-girls, ESL, boarding, day, urban, rural, and more.

You can see the time by clicking on the following link:

>> http://www.halladayeducationgroup.com/consultants.php

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ACCREDITATION EXPERIENCE

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They have accreditation experience with:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Canadian Association of Independent Schools
Ministry of Ontario
Ministry of British Columbia
International Baccalaureate
Council of Independent Schools
Middle States of Colleges and Schools
New England Association of Colleges
And more!

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SCHOOL FORMATION PROJECTS

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We have been involved in starting the following schools:

Dalian Maple Leaf International High School –www.mapleleafschools.com
Chatsworth International School – www.chatsworth.com
The American School of Ulaanbaatar – www.asu.edu.mn
Canadian School of India – www.cisb.org
British Columbia Canadian International School of Cairo – www. bccis.net
Island Pacific Academy (IPA) – www.islandpacificacademy.com
Sage Hill School – www.SageHillSchool.org
Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy – www.syvca.com
Fisher Island Day School – www.fids.org
West Point Grey Academy (WPGA) – www.wpga.bc.ca
Aspengrove Academy – www.aspengroveschool.ca
Stratford Hall – www.stratfordhall.ca
Southpointe Academy – www.southpointeacademy.ca
Lax Kw'alaams Academy
Center for Arts and Technology (CATO) – www.digitalartschool.com
Stenberg College – www.stenbergcollege.com
And more!

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OUR TEAM

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Mr. Douglas Halladay – President: Doug has +25 years experience as a Senior Leader in new and established public and private schools, including schools that are co-ed, all-girls, boarding, equestrian (only one in Canada), International/multi-cultural community, ESL, the largest learning disability school in Western Canada, and a founding Head. He has held positions as Superintendent, Head of School, Deputy Head, Director of Senior School, Senior Curriculum and Resources Coordinator for the Ministry of Education, K to 12 teacher, and project leader. He has accreditation experience with NAIS, CAIS, ISA, WASC, IBO, and BC. Mr. Halladay has taught over 40 different courses at the K-12 level. In addition, he has been a Department Head, Chaired numerous Accreditation Committees, Staff Committees, and Professional Development Committees, as well as a background in Training in Clinical Supervision for new teachers. Mr. Halladay's credentials include a B.A. from SFU; a Teaching Certificate from UBC, and a M.A. in Educational Administration from SDSU; along with a Fund Raising Certificate from the Institute of Charitable Giving and a Peer Counselor Certificate from SDSU. Mr. Halladay has a comprehensive knowledge of K to 12 educational trends with his experience developing 20% of the current BC curriculum and policies.

Mr. Bill Wan – Senior Associate: Bill is a Chartered Accountant by profession, who graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Commerce degree, majoring in accounting and management information systems. Mr. Wan joined the public sector, specializing in commodity taxes for more than 10 years. In 1995, Mr. Wan assisted a group of parents in the formation of an independent school on the West side of Vancouver. Since then, he has developed a keen interest in school administration and has been actively involved in the formation and management of +8 university preparatory, independent schools in Canada and USA. Mr. Wan has donated his time and services to a number of professional and charitable associations, including the University of British Columbia Alumni Association as the Director of the Board. Mr. Wan was a member of the Board of TEC The Education Company, and Chair of its Audit and Finance Committees. He formed and developed a consulting practice and investment portfolio with extensive interests in real estate development and education (including co-founding West Point Grey Academy in Vancouver). In addition, Mr. Wan co-founded TEC, a dynamic, profitable company in the post-secondary education industry. TEC owns 3 accredited colleges in the healthcare (nursing), animation, film and recording industries with campuses.

Mr. Gary Diamond ‑ Ontario-Based Program, WASC, International School Formation Specialist Gary is experienced starting Canadian-based International schools. Gary was an Education Officer with the Ontario Ministry of Education where he held the positions of Provincial School Attendance Counselor and Coordinator of Private Schools. Gary has experience as a teacher, Department Head, and Principal in Ontario's private and public schools. As Provincial Coordinator of Private Schools Gary was responsible for creating and monitoring agreements between international schools that wished to offer a Canadian curriculum and the Ontario Ministry of Education. He has worked with international schools in China, Hong Kong, Mongolia, India, Malaysia, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, Romania, Trinidad and Tobago, and Europe. He has worked with international schools to assist them with guidance to offer a Canadian program; recruiting teachers and administrators for overseas schools; review of curriculum to ensure consistency with ministry guidelines; and assisting overseas schools with implementing the International Baccalaureate program and the W.A.S.C. accreditation process. Gary mentors overseas principals and conducts in-service training for DIrectors and Boards of international schools.

Mr. Bob Pearmain – International Baccalaureate and Search Specialist: Bob has been involved in K-12 education for + 40 years. He served as a secondary school Principal and Associate Superintendent in the 50,000 student strong Vancouver School Board. He introduced the IB Diploma Program at his school and quickly became involved in the governance of the Organization serving as the first non-European President of the Heads of IB Schools Association, President of IBNA and the Caribbean, and Secretary to the IBO Governing Council of Foundation. Internationally, he has visited schools on every continent and served on 4 Council of International Schools accreditation teams, in addition to serving or leading +75 IBNA pre authorization school visits in North America. Bob has been involved in the formation, growing and nurturing of independent schools in Canada and the United States and the searching for Heads of Schools and teachers for international schools in Asia, the Middle East and North America.

Mr. Clint Wilkins ‑ US-Based Program, CAIS, WASC School Formation Specialist: Clint was founding Head of Sage Hill School, Orange County's (CA) first non-denominational independent high school, which today serves 450 diverse and motivated students. Clint worked closely with the board of trustees to raise $30 million in to fund the construction of a state-of-the-art campus and the school’s first five-year operating budget. Clint's early career is highlighted by his service at Sidwell Friends School in Washington, DC, where he was the Principal of the Upper School for many years and Assistant Head. In addition, he was a Principal of the Upper School at Friends School in Baltimore. Clint was also the CEO of Moorestown Friends School in New Jersey, as well as the CEO of the College Preparatory School in Oakland. He has been a Visiting Scholar at Stanford University School of Education, specializing in charter schools and most recently an Associate with the Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship at the Said Business School, University of Oxford. He is experienced in starting and leading US-based schools and accreditation with WASC, NEASC, and CAIS, MSACS.

Mr. Jim Hopson – US-Based & Christian School Formation Specialist: Jim is the founding Head of Santa Ynez Christian School in California. It is a PreK-8 independent, co-ed, preparatory school of 175 students. Jim has +40 years of Christian Educational experience, with 34 years as a Principal of Junior and Middle Christian Schools, and Superintendent of three of the largest Grade PreK-12 Christian Schools on the US west coast. In addition, Jim has served on the Association of Christian School International board, a District Reprehensive for ACSI and the NGOS Board of Directors, and a Seminar Leader for ACSI conventions. He has a thorough understanding of all aspects of Christian Education from the Board level down to the plant management. He has served on 5 accreditation teams for ACSI and a 4-year term on the ACSI National Board. He has taught a masters level course on Christian Philosophy for Biola University. Jim has provided oversight to budgets ranging from start-up to +$45 million projects. He has completed the DMA training course for Development Directors and worked with over 25 different schools in the Strategic Planning Process.

Ms. Carole Al-Kahouaji – International Baccalaureate International School Formation Specialist: Carol is an effective project and program manager, director, and mentor, with extensive experience in starting and leading international schools. She was the founding Director of two K-12 International IB schools in Syria and a Head of an International school in the US. She is an experienced IB trainer, as well as working on authorizing accreditation teams for IBO, MSACS, CIS, NEASC, and WASC.

Mr. Carl Savage – BC-Based Program, International School Formation Specialist: Carl has 42 years experience as a teacher and public - private school administrator. He has worked in Ireland, England, Canada, China, and Egypt. He was the key Administrator and BC-Agent for Dalian Maple Leaf International School in Dalian, China, and the International School of Cairo. He has a wealth of experience as a public BC-certified school Principal at the K-12 levels. He is experienced with starting BC-based international schools in China and the Middle East and accreditation requirements, and recruiting teachers for offshore schools.

Mr. Jerry Zank – US-Based School Formation Specialist: Jerry is the founding Head of Fisher Island Day School in Miami, Florida. Fisher Island is a PreK - 5 Day School that serves a gated community on Fisher Island. Jerry has also been the Headmaster of a number of US-based independent college PreK-12 prep schools in Florida and Arizona with +125 staff and annual operating budget of +$9 million. He is experienced with starting and leading US-based schools and accreditation with WASC, NEASC, and MSACS.

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SERVICES

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HEG offers a diverse range of services to serve its clients in the education sector. We provide customized solutions, including:

Independent-Private School Formation, Expansion, Mergers, and Acquisitions
Site Selection and Zoning
Advising on financial structures and Grants
Government Education Regulatory Relations
School Management Services
Strategic Planning
Board Governance
Head of School Evaluation & Support
Head of School & Faculty Searches
Institutional Assessments & Audits
Publication Development & Admissions
International Marketing & Recruiting
Market and Constituency Surveys
Policy, Handbook, & Bylaw Development
Fundraising & Development

Please contact me at 604-868-0002 or email me at info@halladayeducationgroup.com if you’ve any questions or would like to move forward. We are looking forward to working with you and your team.

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To your success,

Douglas Halladay

President and Founder
Halladay Education Group Inc