Mike VachowNov 26, 20193 minGovernance Check UpA format for heads and board chairs to use in performing a yearly governance check-up.
Mike VachowOct 5, 20193 minA Not So Foolish ConsistencyIndependent schools consistently hire consultants to assist with head searches--for very good reasons.
Mike VachowJun 19, 20192 minThe Head as TeacherThe independent school board/head relationship is complex. To wit, the board is the head's boss, but the head is often the board's teacher.
Mike VachowMay 16, 20183 minAll Hands on DeckRecommendations for heads in managing the janky energy that defines the last two months of the school year.