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fin y iall anc ls hoo sc ble a going green, Saving green tain sus given the dynamic and uncertain economic climate NAIS has developed a dedicated strand of workshops that address multiple aspects of financing sustainable independent schools. These workshops are designed to help schools navigate these turbulent times. A selection is noted below, and we encourage you to visit the NAIS website at www.nais.org/go/ annualconference to view more. Whether you are planning your next green initiatives or just starting out, you are probably wondering: How much is this going to cost? Can I afford it? Where do I go for help? Becoming environmentally sustainable is imperative, and schools can do so without breaking the bank. In several areas, such as energy and water conservation and sustainable landscaping, they can save money. The workshop will review strategies, key learnings, and resources. PreSeNTerS: Wynn Calder, Sustainable Schools, LLC (DC) & Jefferson Burnett, NAIS (DC) Surviving and Thriving in Challenging Times Life in schools has grown ever more complex and challenging, even during good economic times. Economic shocks have brought sudden new pressures, raising the prospect of real challenge and hardship for many schools. How can school leaders respond constructively? How can they best maintain staff morale, energy, and competence and best deal with their parents? Learn ways to cope and manage stress both individually and as a school community. PreSeNTer: Rob Evans, The Human Relations Service (MA) design Considerations for the School of the Future Independent school success going forward stems from learning how to employ assets — physical, social, and intellectual — in unique ways to establish new offerings, attract/retain faculty, and enhance short and long term financial viability. In an open, Q and A style exchange, this workshop will show one school’s approach to asset development and the subsequent broad range of outcomes that occurs by so doing. PreSeNTer: Nick Stoneman, Shattuck-St. Mary’s School (MN) Unlocking New School Based revenue Streams Without More Students This workshop is designed for School Heads or Business Officers willing to think creatively about generating new operating $$$ while: improving community image, building stronger customer loyalty, helping offset facility and grounds maintenance costs, expanding employee income opportunities, and developing a pool of people capable and willing to help your school be more successful. Audience participation will be welcomed. PreSeNTer: Rich Odell, The Leelanau School (HI) 7 demographics and Marketing in a Time of economic Uncertainty Is your school prepared to modify its marketing strategy in this rapidly changing economic environment? How can your outreach be more targeted? What should you consider doing to more effectively communicate your school’s value? Learn how to assess your demographic environment and implement new marketing approaches. PreSeNTer: Amada Torres, NAIS (DC) http://www.nais.org/go/annualconference http://www.nais.org/go/annualconference

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