Strategic Planning
Planning a future that goes to plan.
The dynamic of a capable board and school leaders make a plan possible. These are paramount priorities for fulfilling the mission.
Reflection
Research
Prayer
Collaboration
Visioning
Our process gives stakeholders the ability to clearly articulate and apply their passionate vision. When a plan is complete, school constituents should feel heard and inspired, while leaders and staff have a clear understanding on what part they play.
The NextEd Method
Our team conducts a full analysis of the financial and functional supports that will be necessary to support the plan. Then we unpack these needs alongside the key stakeholders.
Long-term success of an effective strategic plan can often be traced to the Board’s engagement.
If a full-phased Strategic Plan is not needed, NextEd hosts one-day retreats for boards to stay effective.
Defining Expectations
The morning starts with an upfront look at the local context and governance culture, while identifying goals. The distinct roles of Board and Head of School are clarified and affirmed.
Getting Interactive
The board members work through interactive case studies and Q&As that identify best practices, friction points, and the root questions that can spark issues.
Identifying Next Steps
The goal of the day is always mission fulfillment. NextEd provides wisdom in how to address the needs, and in what order, so a board leaves with tangible next steps.
Continuing Counsel
To prevent this from being a one-off experience that loses momentum, NextEd offers continued counsel of strategic planning, coaching for Board and Head of School, and much more.
Strategic Planning
Or maybe it’s every Head of School is part project manager. Whatever way you slice it, there is much to be learned from the project management field. Don’t multi-task without these core focus points.
The proof is in the people.
We not only gained from [NextEd’s] diligence and extensive experience in helping us select a new leader for our school, but they also advised us along the way… Our trust was well founded.
Board Chair
We talked to all the larger firms and chose NextEd because of their personal relationships, knowledge, experience, and trust within the Christian School community… We couldn’t have been happier with our decision!
Board Chair
They brought peace of mind and confidence to our founding members and our overall school community. There is no question that it was a great decision [to invest] in NextEd because of the commitment they showed in journeying with us.
Head of School
Take the first step toward your next step today!
Whatever you need, NextEd can find the way forward with you. It all starts with a conversation about you, and the existing opportunity (or pain point) you face.
