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The Worst Time to Survey Your Parents Might Actually Be the Best
When something difficult happens at a school—a leadership change, a crisis, or rising parent frustration—the instinct is often to pause surveys. But that may be exactly the moment leaders need feedback most. Discover why continuing to listen during uncertain times gives schools clarity, builds trust, and creates a more accurate long-term picture of community sentiment.
Feb 166 min read


Anonymous School Surveys: Trust-Breaker or Truth-Teller?
You’re asking for feedback. But are you making it safe to be honest? The anonymity question isn’t just a checkbox—it’s a trust test. Here’s why the best feedback often comes without a name.
Apr 30, 20253 min read


3-step recipe for addressing tough parent feedback
Feedback isn't always fun. Negative feedback can take the wind out of our sails. It can make us second-guess our decisions – or even our...
Nov 1, 20236 min read


Four questions every new school leader should ask their parents
Leading a private or independent school in today's educational climate is a challenge in and of itself. Entering into a new school as a...
Sep 27, 20225 min read


Why faith-based and independent schools should care about Net Promoter Score
You've undoubtedly encountered the question in an e-mail or text. Or perhaps it's flashed across your web browser when you're signed in...
Mar 22, 20226 min read


Three reasons your school parents aren't giving feedback – and what to do about it
If you're an administrator at a private or independent school, you likely have paying customers. They're called parents. And just like...
Aug 19, 20219 min read
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