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How is the Recession Affecting Family Decisions in Independent Schools?
From the perspective of educational advisors, the silver lining to this recession is that client families are making decisions regarding independent schools more thoughtfully than ever. Most parents who during prosperous times were committed to sending their children to independent schools remain convinced that the education offered by independent schools – day and boarding – [...]
Read MoreLooking Beneath the Gloss of Your Prep School Visit
Much of what we’ve written over the years to help families approach the admission process focuses on stripping the gloss and making sure that school strengths fit well with student potential. We’ve covered reading between the lines and presentations, the lingo of school catalogs, evaluating your student, what questions to ask of schools and [...]
Read MoreMindful of a Liberal Education
Editor’s Note: Every once in a while someone sends you a piece to read, out-of-blue, that makes you wonder how have we forgotten this, or, how did we drift away from our foundation. We’ve come across such a piece that we like so much that we’re publishing it in it’s entirely.
Gordon E. Bondurant, Interim Head [...]
Selecting a Private School: It’s not easy nor should it be
After fielding questions from a caller inquiring about our school (The Webb Schools), it is inevitable that I get:
“So, where can I find your ranking among other boarding schools?”
Happens all the time. Much to their dismay, I have to tell them that there is no such thing and happily so. Yes, there have been multiple [...]
Bassett Blog: Blogging Perspectives from NAIS’ President
Pat Bassett, President, National Association of Independent Schools shares his observations and thoughts on independent schools on his blog- Bassett Blog.
A global picture, Bassett Blog provides some nice insights regarding consideration, admission and special opportunities in boarding schools.
His latest post addresses may of the common myths associated with independent schools. It’s worth a read.
Now Is the Time to Give
If you believe in a boarding or independent school and you can afford to make a financial contribution, give now. Independent schools- just as colleges and universities- are working through endowment decreases and pressure. With increased financial aid demand, creating an even greater strain on institutional savings and finances.
If independent school is part of your [...]
