Grow Schools

A facility project can go wrong in predictable ways: last-minute changes, not enough hands-on expertise, or infrastructure planned as an afterthought. Before you break ground, you can line up a project manager who knows schools, an architect who understands your program, and a contractor with a realistic timeline. Read the full guide on avoiding costly facility mistakes here. https://hubs.la/Q04x7Zfx0

The right time to buy your school building is not always obvious, but a few signs can point you there. You can look at whether your enrollment is stable or growing, whether cash flow has stayed positive for a few years, and whether your charter renewal gives you room to plan long-term. Read the full breakdown on timing your school's purchase here. https://hubs.la/Q04wfvF10

Your first school budget will not be your last version of it. You can start from your petition budget, build a wish list with input from your team before you prioritize spending, and set aside a reserve for the surprises every first year brings. Money to Run Your School is built to support that kind of planning, with funding that adjusts as your school's needs change. Get the full budgeting best practices for start-up schools here.
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You do not have to guess whether your enrollment marketing is working. You can watch which social posts actually reach families and caregivers, keep an eye on how many website visitors turn into completed inquiry forms, and use a free tool like Google Analytics to see where your traffic is coming from. Kids to Fill Your School helps put budget behind the channels that are already working for your school. Get all three data-driven marketing tips here.
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Construction costs for schools have shifted meaningfully in the last year or two. Metals are up as much as 50 percent on some products, and HVAC and electrical equipment lead times have stretched to 1 to 3 years, largely because of nationwide data center construction competing for the same equipment.

Michael Soh, Director of Construction and Development at Grow Schools, breaks down what to pull forward, what to push out, and how much contingency to budget in today's market.

Watch the full conversation at the link. https://hubs.ly/Q04x8dn_0

TOMORROW: Your Facility in a Changing Enrollment Landscape

Last chance to register for this conversation on enrollment shifts and facility decisions. Whether your school is growing or right-sizing, this session is for you.

Join us tomorrow at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET. Can't make it live? Register and we'll send you the recording. https://hubs.la/Q04wQV-B0

One week to go! Join us September 23 for Your Facility in a Changing Enrollment Landscape, a live conversation on how enrollment shifts create facility risk and what you can do about it.

Register today to save your spot. Can't make it live? We'll send you the recording. https://hubs.la/Q04wQVGv0