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KEEPING THE GROOVE ALIVE: 7 WAYS TO MOTIVATE CAMP STAFF THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER

Summer camp is exhilarating, but it can become draining if the staff doesn't get the support and recharge they need to continue full steam ahead. As an auxiliary director, you get the fun (and challenging!) responsibility of keeping your staff at their peak selves all summer long. Continue Reading

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: A RESOURCE ROUNDUP FOR AUXILIARY DIRECTORS

As summer approaches, it's essential for summer and auxiliary program leaders to be well-prepared for the busy season ahead. We've put together a thoughtful collection of SPARC resources to help you transition into the summer season. Continue Reading

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

"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

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

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

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

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

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

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