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SPARC News

2023 COMPENSATION SURVEY DEADLINE EXTENDED
2023 COMPENSATION SURVEY DEADLINE EXTENDED

This is a quick reminder to please complete our 2023 Compensation and Position Survey. We have extended the deadline for completion to Friday, June 2. Continue Reading

Postedby Nat Saltonstall
Date posted05/30/2023


"SPRING TRAINING SERIES:" SPARC’S HOME RUN APPROACH TO STAFF TRAINING
"SPRING TRAINING SERIES:" SPARC’S HOME RUN APPROACH TO STAFF TRAINING

After knocking it out of the park in 2022, the SPARC Spring Training Series returned this season. PARC is excited to offer our top ten recommendations for auxiliary leaders integrating seasonal staff into their programs. Continue Reading

Postedby Nat Saltonstall
Date posted05/12/2023


JOIN OUR FIRST SPARC EXCHANGE - MEET OUR BUSINESS PARTNERS!
JOIN OUR FIRST SPARC EXCHANGE - MEET OUR BUSINESS PARTNERS!

We're excited to launch our new engagement opportunity called the SPARC Exchange. This monthly Zoom will be an efficient 30 minute opportunity to meet 2 or 3 of our Business Partners and learn more about their products or services and how they support the work of auxiliary program leaders. Continue Reading

Postedby Nat Saltonstall
Date posted05/3/2023


DAVID SULLIVAN JOINS SPARC TEAM AS SENIOR ADVISOR
DAVID SULLIVAN JOINS SPARC TEAM AS SENIOR ADVISOR

Please join me in welcoming David Sullivan. The entire SPARC community is about to get an injection of creative insight, seasoned leadership, and a great sense of humor! Continue Reading

Postedby Nat Saltonstall
Date posted04/16/2023


REFLECTIONS FROM THE NBOA AND NAIS CONFERENCES
REFLECTIONS FROM THE NBOA AND NAIS CONFERENCES

Last month, we had the privilege of attending both the National Business Officers Association (NBOA) and National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) conferences. Here are our five significant takeaways from these conferences. Continue Reading

Postedby Nat Saltonstall
Date posted03/13/2023


SPARC ON THE ROAD | EDUCATING SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
SPARC ON THE ROAD | EDUCATING SCHOOL LEADERSHIP

SPARC is on the road at NAIS and NBOA, meeting with independent school leaders to educate them on how to best support auxiliary programs at their schools. Continue Reading

Postedby Nat Saltonstall
Date posted02/13/2023


INTRODUCING THE SPARC COMPASS - A MONTHLY TASK MANAGEMENT TOOL
INTRODUCING THE SPARC COMPASS - A MONTHLY TASK MANAGEMENT TOOL

Here at SPARC, we try to have the answers to your questions as you have them. Our ultimate goal is to help you be proactive and strategic about your leadership role and the management of your auxiliary programs. We want you to have solutions and tools before a problem even occurs! Continue Reading

Postedby Nat Saltonstall
Date posted01/30/2023


LAUNCHING SUMMER PROGRAM REGISTRATION: KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL START
LAUNCHING SUMMER PROGRAM REGISTRATION: KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL START

Summer camps are a fun and exciting way for children to explore their interests and make lasting memories. And with Covid restrictions lifted, this year is more exciting than ever for summer programs to begin. But of course, we’re preaching to the choir here! Continue Reading

Date posted01/13/2023