Member Blogs
The Power of Mentoring: Building Connections and Shaping Future Leaders
Article submitted by Cathy Broad, Director of Community Relations, CBC Fremantle Mentoring has been at the heart of Educate Plus since our early days. Whether through formal mentor-mentee pairings or informal connections made at events, PD sessions, and SIGs, it has always been a cornerstone of…
Student Loyalty in Independent Schools
Article submitted by Bethwyn Kitson, Manager (Communications) for Independent Schools Queensland Increased competition in the education sector means independent schools need to develop and deliver effective marketing and communication strategies. This increased competition is demonstrated in the results of a longitudinal study undertaken by Independent Schools Queensland, called…
Empowering Capital Campaign Success
Article submitted by John Phillips, Director of Advancement at Brighton Grammar School, Melbourne, and Trevor Wigney Award Recipient With implementation of our recent Beyond Tomorrow capital campaign supporting our $70 million Centre for Science, Creativity and Entrepreneurship, I’d like to highlight a few ‘essentials’ that were front of mind…
Four Steps to Building a Thriving Volunteer Program
Article Submitted by, Tammy Wilson, Director of Advancement, Toowoomba Grammar School QLD Building and sustaining a thriving volunteer program is no easy task, regardless of whether you are commencing your volunteer journey or have a long-established…
Leadership: The Power of the Partnership between Head of Institution and Head of Advancement
Article provided by Mandy Loomes, Director Community Engagement, Brigidine College, St Ives In education, leadership is the cornerstone of success. For educational institutions to thrive, it requires the collaboration of various leaders working together toward a shared vision. One of the most critical partnerships in any institution…
Engaging Alumnae Through a Milestone: The Women’s College 110th Anniversary
Article submitted by Susan McGinley, Director of Advancement, The Women’s College within The University of Queensland Honouring the Past: A Legacy of Excellence Since its establishment in 1914, The Women’s College has stood as a cornerstone of academic excellence and community spirit. For over a century, it has provided a…
The Case for a Seat at the Executive Table
Article submitted by Danielle Hargrove, Marketing & Communications Lead, Educate Plus During my 15 years as an Advancement Leader, I have been both a member of the Executive Team, reporting directly to the Principal, and I’ve also been an Advancement Leader who did not have a…
Navigating the Future of Philanthropy: Engaging Gen X in Wealth Transfer
Article submitted by Ana Gozalo F.EdPlus Development Manager, University of Adelaide The philanthropic landscape is about to experience a monumental shift. According to Altrata’s Family Wealth Transfer 2024 report, approximately 1.2 million wealthy individuals will transfer nearly $31 trillion in the next decade. This massive wealth transfer…
On Framing – The Impact of the ‘Doorway Effect’
Article submitted by Sebastian Wattam, Marketing & Communications Manager, St Joseph’s College, Hunters Hill In just a few short weeks, we have seen shifts in global leadership approaches, growing concerns about new players in the AI market,…
The Transformative Power of a Bequest Program
Article provided by Jackie Dalton, Director of Philanthropy, Frensham Schools Among the myriad Fundraising options available to institutions, a Bequest Program undoubtedly offers the highest Return on Investment (ROI). It is an essential cornerstone for securing an institution’s future, yet it remains underutilised…
How School Leadership Teams Can Foster Excellence
Article contributed by Margo Bastow CPM GAICD, Director of Community Relations, Santa Maria College, WA As members of the school’s leadership team, we are often asked, “How can we encourage students to strive for Excellence?“ But as leaders, we also need to ask ourselves, How are we embedding…
Increasing Admissions in 2025: The Importance of Brand Awareness
Is your institution looking for enrolment growth in a competitive market? Establishing a clear brand proposition is crucial for parents, students, and educators when selecting an independent school. As Simon Sinek noted, “People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it.” The…
