Nine Attributes Of An Effective School - How Does Your School Score?

IN THIS ISSUE Where's HEG Working? In The News Solutions For Your School Developing An Effective School Toolkits BUY & SELL SCHOOLS      HEG provides consulting services in connection with the sale of Private K-12 Schools, Language Schools, & Career Colleges, including:   1). Profitable Group Canadian Career Colleges offering health & technology programs. (Sch. No. 1075) 2). Growing Group of Canadian Language Schools. (Sch. No. 1037) 3). Solo Canadian-based Language School. (Sch. No. 1022) 4). Successful Western Canadian Career College specializing in business, healthcare, ESL, & IT.  (Sch. No. 1063) 5). Globally recognized Canadian Career College offering hospitality & culinary programs. (Sch. No. 1055) 6). Turn-key group of Western Canadian Career Colleges offering business-oriented diplomas & certificates. (Sch. No. 1019) 7). Successful K-12 Asian private international school. (Sch. No. 1034)    8). Unique Canadian Language School & Career College offering ESL, Work/Study, & Hospitality/Tourism Programs. (Sch. No. 1031)   Contact HEG by email or phone if you would like to find out more about these schools or would HEG to provide consulting services in connection with the sale of your school.   ONLINE STORE Visit Our Store For Helpful Toolkits TESTIMONIAL "HEG  is a very professional team that brings a myriad of talents to private schools and are quite focused and results driven. They work efficiently and are task-driven. As a start-up school we have so many items in our punch-list to complete and Doug and the HEG team came in and helped us with almost every aspect of the operations in a very short time frame. They are flexible and a joy to work with. I would recommend them to any group that wants to start a world-class international school or improve the performance of your established private school." -- Dr. Jorge Nelson, Head of Chadwick International School

Hi, Another hockey season has begun here in Vancouver; and we're hoping that we'll have better results than last year's second place finish in the Stanley Cup. Perhaps our 41st year for the Canucks will be the lucky one (eternal optimist).  The last few months have been busy at HEG, working with clients in Africa, MENA, North America, and China. I found time while working in Asia for a visit to the Great Wall. Our most recent school development project culminated in our clients opening their new K-12 private international school in Panama called Metropolitan School of Panama.  We're very proud of what the founders have accomplished in such a short time. They've done a tremendous job of using a variety of media to build their relationship with prospective parents. You'll note in their monthly newsletter, their kinds words about our firm.   With the passing of Steve Jobs I find it inspiring to read the articles coming out on his vision and drive as a leader. In fact, I just finished reading an enlightening blog on his leadership skills entitled "Steve Jobs and the Seven Rules of   Science of Motivation Success". I also came across this article "10 things only bad managers say", which provided a viewpoint on how not to lead. Finally, I watched a video on Youtube by Dan Pink that talked about motivating today's employees,which is very applicable to the school setting. You should take a few moments to watch it. My point is that leadership comes in many shapes and forms, but the elements of school-based leadership and effective board governance are critical to your school's success. Today, I want to share with you what is involved with developing an effective high-performing school and your role as a leader in making this happen. Be the Steve Jobs of your school community. To your success,    Doug Halladay President Halladay Education Group P.S. Don't forget to go to our secure Online Store to invest in our Strategic Planning or Start-A-School Toolkits.   Where's HEG Working Right Now? Here's an update of what HEG's working on:    Market Study and Business for a Private K-12 For-Profit International School in Angola  Board Governance Workshop for a Private K-7 International French School in British Columbia Board Governance Workshop for a Private PreK-11 Preparatory School in British Columbia School Evaluation for a PreK-11 Preparatory School in British Columbia Strategic Plan/Action For a Private K-10 Preparatory School in British Columbia  Market Study and Business Plan for Private Non-Profit International High School in Texas Formation of a new Private K-12 Canadian International K-12 School in Saudi Arabia    Providing consulting services to school owners in connection with the sale of their Canadian Career Colleges, Language Schools, and Private K-12 schools globally  If you're interested in our consulting services, and would like to discuss your needs further, please contact Doug Halladay by email  or call directly at 1-604-868-0002.   In The News Private Schools Spending in the GCC Expected to Reach $12 Billion in 2020  The private school market is growing rapidly in the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), presenting a significant opportunity for investors and school operators. With K-12 combined public and private... Is private school education worth it? When you're up for $150000 in fees and extras for a child's private-school education, it'd be nice to know it's a good investment. After all, a year 7 student starting next year will cost $215000 by year 12 if school fees keep rising at an annual rate... For-Profit Education: A Vulnerable Industry?  Many have flocked to education as a means of empowerment in the economic slowdown, believing the ever-rising cost of tuition would be worth the well paid job opportunities awaiting them. Of course, this version of the American dream has not panned out... Online Educators Gaining Both Classes and Critics "Online education is still creating its own image right now," said Chuck Fattore, who taught both traditional and virtual courses with the Houston Independent School District. "It's not an institution yet in any sense. Educators aren't sure how to use... First international private school opened in Jeju North London Collegiate School Jeju, the first international private school in Jeju Global Education City, opened Friday. "NLCS Jeju is the country's first case where the 161-year-old prestigious private school in the UK will maintain its reputation... The 37 Most Expensive Boarding Schools In America  It can be just as tough to get into some of the nation's most elite boarding schools as some top colleges--and cost just as much money. Of course, the hefty price tags attached to a boarding school education include room and board, state-of-the-art... Solutions For Your School STARTING A SCHOOL Our experienced team can provide step-by-step 'turn-key' services to start your school in the USA, Canada, &  Internationally. Click here for more info.  STRATEGIC PLANNING  We're experienced developing Strategic Plans for schools globally. Our plan can focuses your school's mission, build consensus, donor confidence, & define priorities for your Board & Staff. No school should be without one. Click here for more info. BOARD GOVERNANCE WORKSHOPS Great schools have great boards. Can you afford not to ? Our governance workshops & online board performance surveys fine-tunes your board's & focuses your priorities. Click here for more info. SCHOOL EVALUATION Are you sure your school is doing the best it can? Our In-Depth Performance Review assesses your school's performance against benchmarks & provides snap-shot right away. Click here for more info. BUYING AND SELLING SCHOOLS  HEG provides consulting services in connection with the sale of K-12 Schools, Language Schools, & Career Colleges in Canada, US, and Internationally. Click here for more info. Nine Attributes Of An Effective School - How Do You Score? In today's complicated education environment, the need to work smarter and be ready for the first day of operation for your new school is critical and can't be repeated. They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression. The mechanics of school formation can be challenging and rife with pitfalls, and without a solid foundation and groundwork, a new school can collapse. This is why establishing a school requires exceptional planning, preparation, an experienced team, and uncompromising commitment to a clear vision and sustainable model as an effective school. To shape your new or established school to become a high-performing school takes a sustained commitment. There is no single thing a school can do to ensure high performance. Researchers have found that high-performing schools have a number of characteristics in common. These schools have the following attributes: A clear and shared focus High standards and expectations for all students Effective school leadership and board governance   High levels of collaboration and communication Curriculum, instruction, and assessments aligned with measurable standards Frequent monitoring of learning and teaching Focused professional development A supportive learning environment High levels of family and community involvement   The nine attributes are not listed by priority, although logic would dictate that sudents and their learning is central to the practices of effective schools.  If your school is not there yet, don't despair. What you need to do is develop a strategic plan to formulate your short- and long-term priorities and an action plan to guide your board and administration in reaching your destination.   Next Step If you would find out more about how to improve your school's performance, please contact Doug Halladay directly to find out more about our services and how we can help. Send an email to info@halladayeducationgroup.com or call directly at 1-604-868-0002. HEG Recommends Here are  2 of our most popular toolkits that will help you either  start your own school or develop your own strategic plan.   STRATEGIC PLANNING TOOLKIT  Learn how to develop your own Plan with step-by-step instructions contained in a detailed Workbook & Manual, along with $500 worth of bonus CD's. It's all here to help you develop your own plan. Click here for more details. START-A-SCHOOL TOOLKIT Are you still struggling with starting a school? 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How To Use Your Strategic Plan To Select New Board Members

Hello,       We receive many calls a week from clients that are developing or have developed their school's strategic plan, but don't understand how to effectively utilize it in the leadership and operation of their school. They work with a consultant to develop their mission and vision statements, core values, goals, and objectives, and then stop there. Many do not complete the most critical stage, the action plan, which identifies  how each goal and objective is implemented, by who, when, at what cost, and the measurement indicator to assess if they've achieved the goal/objective.   But this is only the beginning. You're board can then break down each committee's yearly charge in relation to the implementation of the goals/objectives expanded upon in the action. Furthermore, your Head's operational plan will then provide the day-to-day management plan to deliver it. Working backwards, the board committee will then monitor and engage in assuring the implementation of their designated goals/objectives. Then each spring you can measure the entire school's performance (board, committees, Head) by the level the plan has been successfully implemented. What the plan also provides is a 'profile' for your board's trustee committee to use in selecting new trustees to match your school's strategic needs. Today, I want to share with you how to use your strategic plan to select new board members to ensure the fulfillment of your strategic plan. Please read on to find out more about how you can maximize your board's performance. To your success,  Doug Halladay President Halladay Education Group P.S. Don't forget to go to our secure Online Store to invest in our Strategic Planning or Start-A-School Toolkits.

Where's HEG Working Right Now? Many of you ask what is HEG is being approached to work on next. Here's an update: Market Study and Business for Private K-12 International School in Western Africa  Sale of Private High School in the western USA Sale of Beauty School with three sites/spas in Ontario Sale of Canadian-based Language Schools Sale of Canadian-based Career Colleges   Strategic Plan for K-7 Catholic Private School in British Columbia Market Study and Business Plan for Private Non-Profit International High School in Texas Formation of a new PreK-9 IB Private School in Malaysia Formation of a new Private K-12 Canadian International K-12 School in Saudi Arabia   Feasibility Study and Business Plan for a new Private Early Childhood Center and Gr. 7-12 Tribal Senior School in Alabama If you're interested in our consulting services, and would like to discuss your needs further, please contact Doug Halladay by email  or call directly at 1-604-868-0002.   In The News Can an iPad or Some Other Form of Technology Transform Education for Our Kids  Committee member Thomas Kendall said the initiative would "revolutionize education." It's laudable that some would try to harness the power of technology to improve educational outcomes. But shoving the technology of today into the failing classrooms... School founded by Blue Man Group gets new stage But that's only the first act for founders Chris Wink, Matt Goldman and Phil Stanton. The trio, along with their wives, has founded BlueSchool. They started the private preschool and elementary school to give their own kids a more creative education. The 28 Most Expensive Private High Schools In America There are over 3000 private high schools in the United States, but few match up to the extensive programming, state-of-the-art facilities and top-notch educators of these 28, where a year of tuition can cost more than a Mercedes. 7000 Private School Applicants Got Incorrect Scores, Company Says More than 7000 students were incorrectly graded on the standardized test required for admission to most New York City privateschools, the test company confirmed on Friday. Parents were notified of the error Thursday night... Solutions For Your School STARTING A SCHOOL Our experienced team can provide step-by-step 'turn-key' services to start your school in the USA, Canada, &  Internationally. Click here for more info.  STRATEGIC PLANNING  We're experienced developing Strategic Plans for schools globally. Our plan can focuses your school's mission, build consensus, donor confidence, & define priorities for your Board & Staff. No school should be without one. Click here for more info. BOARD GOVERNANCE WORKSHOPS Great schools have great boards. Can you afford not to ? Our governance workshops & online board performance surveys fine-tunes your board's & focuses your priorities. Click here for more info. SCHOOL EVALUATION Are you sure your school is doing the best it can? Our In-Depth Performance Review assesses your school's performance against benchmarks & provides snap-shot right away. Click here for more info. BUYING AND SELLING SCHOOLS  HEG & our licensed brokers assist buyers/sellers with mergers, purchases, & sales of K-12 Schools & Career Colleges in Canada, US, and Internationally. Click here for more info. How To Use Your Strategic Plan To Select New Board Members There are variety of elements that need to followed to ensure the successful implementation of your school's strategic plan and  sustainable success of your school, including: Buy-in and ownership by your stakeholders (board, staff, administration, parents) in the planning process; Development and utilization of a complete action plan; Creation of board committees that match the priorities identified in the plan;  Interconnection of the annual goals of board committees and administrative operational plan with your action plan; and  Recruiting new trustees who match the strategic priorities of the school and who can support implementation. It's the last bullet that I want to expand on more. You see this is a departure from the traditional approach  whereby you look for new trustees based on their: wealth, wisdom, leadership, work, expertise, and clout. Yes, there are important. But just as critical is reviewing your strategic goals and determining what type of profile (experience, profession, education/training, and skills) you require to ensure the successful implementation of your strategic plan. You need to be explicit about the profile to match specific priorities identified in your strategic plan. For example, rather than a land developer you may want a realtor specializing in commercial properties.  You need to be sensitive though to caution your board to being hands-off of daily operations and avoid micro-managing. What you're seeking is to cultivate and solicit board expertise that  strengthens the your capacity for: Short- and long-term planning; Implementation of the annual board agenda gathered from your strategic plan; and  Creating strategic policy to support the plan. You should also fill committee positions with non-board members. This allows you to cultivate future board members while leveraging the strengths of your community. An effective board will: Represent all your stakeholder groups; Comprise 60% of current parents in a day school and 60% alumni in a boarding school; Reflect to academic divisions of your school; and  Be balanced in gender. It is critical that your Trustee Committee is actively cultivating future board members. You cannot sit back and hope that someone capable will show up at your AGM and be elected. You must proactively put together your own list of potential board members for your slate at your school's AGM. Next Step If you would find out more about how to improve your school's board performance or develop an effective strategic plan , please contact Doug Halladay directly to find out more about our services and how we can help. You can set this up by sending an email to info@halladayeducationgroup.com or calling directly at 1-604-868-0002. HEG Recommends Here are  2 of our most popular toolkits that will help you either  start your own school or develop your own strategic plan.   STRATEGIC PLANNING TOOLKIT  Learn how to develop your own Plan with step-by-step instructions contained in a detailed Workbook & Manual, along with $500 worth of bonus CD's. It's all here to help you develop your own plan. Click here for more details. START-A-SCHOOL TOOLKIT Are you still struggling with starting a school? Experienced school leaders share how they started their school from the ground up. You'll also receive our bonus CD ($150 value) on developing your strategic plan. Click here for more details. To your success, Douglas Halladay President Halladay Education Group Inc.   P: 604.868.0002 F: 868.472.8737 E: info@halladayeducationgroup.com www.HalladayEducationGroup.com