Takeaways for Independent School Trustees & Leaders — By Ari Betof & Kelsey Vrooman Greenbrier School, a PreK — Grade 8 school in Tennessee, had weathered several head transitions over the past decade but the board knew they finally found the right fit in Kate Thompson. Kate has served as head for the last two years. One of…

Twenty-six independent school associations co-hosted “Buckle Your Seatbelts: Navigating the Path to the 2021–2022 School Year.” A total of 1,375 trustees and senior leaders registered for the two part series held on November 19 and December 3. …

Anne-Marie Balzano, Ed.D. Mission & Data Jerry Larson, Ed.D Educational Directions We are often asked by clients, both heads and trustees, about finding “a good way” to have the board evaluate the head of school or to assess their work as a board. The National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)…

North Carolina Association of Independent Schools (NCAIS) Newsletter December 2022 Anne-Marie Balzano, EdD and Ari Betof EdD, MBA, Mission & Data

Every school is searching for ways to think strategically and continue to improve. While many schools are in constant iteration, strategic planning initiatives or accreditation recommendations are often the catalysts for bigger change. Let’s think about the hours we as institutions put into self-studies and strategic planning sessions and the…

Mission & Data proudly announces that The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) has signed on as our 100th client. Since Mission & Data formed in October of 2020, the firm has found a growing niche serving educational institutions, membership organizations, other nonprofits, and for-profit companies. …

Mission & Data’s growth continues to meet the needs of our clients. We are pleased to announce that Mike Kegler will be joining us as our Data Visualization Consultant. “I know first hand what incredible value Mike brings. His data visualization prowess combined with his technological skill has already transformed…

Mission & Data is continuing to grow its talented team to better serve our clients. We are pleased to announce that Jason Kern will be joining our firm as Senior Innovation Strategist on October 1, 2022. “We are thrilled that Jason is joining Mission & Data. For two years, Jason…

Mission & Data’s growth continues to meet the needs of our clients. We are pleased to announce that Mike Kegler will be joining us as our Data Visualization Consultant. “I know first hand what incredible value Mike brings. His data visualization prowess combined with his technological skill has already transformed…