Parents are a significant part of our school communities. They are key volunteers, supporters, champions, and yes, they are also the clients of our institutions. Join us for a special preconference offering featuring three sessions designed to explore the best ways to engage your parents for the success of your school.

Advocates, Activists, and Other A-Words explores how schools can turn parent voices into powerful allies when implementing major changes—whether launching new programs, overhauling systems, or pursuing ambitious building projects. Drawing on real-world lessons and strategies, this session equips you to navigate advocacy and activism effectively, ensuring your school improvement plans succeed.
Designing a New Parent Journey that Builds Connection and Drives Giving shares Seattle Academy’s proven blueprint for cultivating lifelong engagement and early philanthropic support. From personalized summer meetings to curated events and mission-driven touchpoints, learn how to create authentic, high-touch experiences that build trust, nurture loyalty, and inspire meaningful first-year giving without sacrificing authenticity.
Turning Tension Into Trust: Fundraising in the Era of Parent Grievances addresses the growing challenge of zero-sum thinking and parent frustrations that can derail fundraising efforts. This session provides actionable strategies to lead with empathy, reframe tough conversations, and partner with school leaders to defuse tensions—protecting your role as a trusted advisor and sustaining a resilient philanthropic culture even in challenging times.
Walk away with actionable tools to strengthen community, deepen trust, and secure transformational support—starting now. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your impact!