SPARC is a dynamic and energetic community. Stay informed about all that is going on in the auxiliary world: see profiles of auxiliary leaders, take deep dives into notable programs, and explore important themes.
Next summer may seem far away while we're still busy with summer 2024, but we can set ourselves up for success by planning for next year now! From the SPARC Effect podcast, read Kristi Jacobi's strategies to prepare for summer 2025 Continue Reading
Part of the 2024 SPARC National Conference, SPARCbursts are brief presentations, each led by auxiliary industry professionals, delivered in one intense, 75-minute session. Read on to learn more about SPARC's latest professional development offering. Continue Reading
Get an early start on your 2024 SPARC National Conference experience! Sign up for one of three deep dive, pre-conference sessions, all led by SPARC Senior Advisors, to take full advantage of your time in Scottsdale this October. Continue Reading
Providing in-the-moment feedback to an auxiliary staff member can be challenging. Learn how to transform the walk-up experience with neutrality, empathy, and listening while creating a positive culture of open communication. Continue Reading
SPARC 2024 National Conference attendees are in for a treat: the award-winning speaker, educator, and author Michael Brandwein will be our Opening Ignite Session Speaker. An expert on camp and youth development, Michael will share his leadership strategies with the SPARC community. Continue Reading
At Armbrae Adademy in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Ashley Matthews-Duffett founded and heads an innovative after school program. Designed with a focus on its core mission of Creativity, Action, and Service, the CAS program awards points for student involvement and engages them in community service. Continue Reading
Rebecca Stokes joined the SPARC Effect podcast to talk about staying flexible and open to change when growing your after school program. She also shared the most valuable strategy for getting teachers on board with after school. Continue Reading
With changes in demographics, staff recruitment, and family expectations, Heads of School are facing new challenges to their schools' financial stability. Peter Baron, Founder of MoonshotOS, shares how independent schools can adapt and succeed in a shifting cultural and financial landscape. Continue Reading
Auxiliary leaders wrapped up their SPARC Spring Training last week, leaving with a wealth of new ideas, tools, and connections to elevate their skills and summer programs. SPARC Senior Advisors Bob Rojee and Karen McCann McClelland discuss the importance and success of this free-for-members program. Continue Reading
In the latest episode of the SPARC Effect podcast, Aubrey Bursch of Easy School Marketing dives into all things marketing for summer and auxiliary programming. Here are 4 main takeaways you can start using right now. Continue Reading
SPARC has created a new Career Center for both job seekers and employers, bringing a first-of-its-kind auxiliary job search database to the independent school community. Continue Reading
On March 13th, auxiliary leaders joined Heads of School and CFOs for SPARC's Auxiliary Revenue Summit. Hosted by St. Mark's School, it was the first time SPARC brought school and auxiliary leadership together to connect and collaborate . Continue Reading
