SoCal Summer and Auxiliary Leaders Workshop 2025 - Powered by SPARC
Harvard-Westlake School and SPARC are pleased to offer the SoCal Summer and Auxiliary Leaders Workshop. Intended for directors and leaders working in auxiliary programs at independent schools, this workshop will be a time to connect and learn with your colleagues.
When:
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Lunch will be provided.
Where:
Harvard-Westlake Upper School
3700 Coldwater Canyon
Studio City, CA 91604
Hosts:
Harvard-Westlake Summer and SPARC
Who can attend:
Auxiliary program, summer program, and after school program leaders. Both SPARC member schools and non-member schools are welcome to attend.
Anticipated Schedule:
| 8:30-9:00 am | Arrival and Coffee |
| 9:00-9:15 am | Welcome and Icebreaker |
| 9:15-10:15 am |
Ignite Session: Maximizing Your Impact - 5 Auxiliary Leadership Trends and What They Mean for You |
| 10:15-10:45 am | Morning Break and Networking |
| 10:45-11:45 am |
Breakout Sessions: Beyond the Brochure: Modern Marketing for Program Success Building Your Auxiliary Empire through Essential Business Literature Leading Without a Blueprint: Strategies for Success in Newly Established Auxiliary Roles |
| 12:00-1:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:00-2:00 pm | SPARC Connect LIVE Discussions including: Emerging/New Leaders, Technology in Auxiliary, Emergency Preparedness, and Other Duties as Assigned |
| 2:00-2:15 pm | Afternoon Break and Networking |
| 2:15-3:15 pm |
Case Studies in Auxiliary Programs Growth and Improvement |
| 3:15-3:30pm | Closing and Departure |
Registration Fees:
SPARC Members: $75 per person
Non-Members: $125 per person
Thank you to our sponsors!
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Questions about the SoCal Summer and Auxiliary Leaders Workshop should be directed to Jim Patterson, Director of the Summer Program, or Nat Saltonstall, Executive Director, SPARC.