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Should Boarding Schools Adopt Early Decision? A Critical Look at Canterbury’s Admissions Shift
When Canterbury School announced its move to an Early Decision admissions model, many in the boarding school world took notice. A binding enrollment commitment has been common in college admissions for decades, but its introduction into independent secondary schools signals a noteworthy shift in how boarding schools may approach enrollment strategy and student fit in…
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From Academic Probation to M.S.Ed
On July 25, I earned my Master of Science in Education! No confetti. No cake. No moment where the world stopped and clapped.Just me, in a dorm room, submitting my final capstone project between planning weekend programming, sending emails, and finishing my summer fellowship with the Royal Thai Scholars at Brewster Academy. It felt like…
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Beyond the Acceptance Letter: Leveraging Digital Strategy for a Seamless Summer Admissions Experience
Inspired by a recent conversation with Clayton Johnston, whose insights continue to challenge and refine how I think about enrollment, I felt compelled to explore this topic further. For Admissions Directors, Assistant Directors, Admissions Counselors, and Marketing and Communications professionals in boarding schools, the summer months are far from a quiet period. While families may…
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Daring to Be Different in Boarding School Admissions: A Conversation with Clayton Johnston
In the world of boarding school, there are people you read about, people you listen to, and every once in a while, people you genuinely look up to. Clayton Johnston is one of those people for me. Clayton is the Director of Admissions at Brentwood College School, located on the breathtaking coastline of Vancouver Island…
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Special Announcement: Beyond the Bell CEO Joins the Royal Thai Scholars Program
We are thrilled to share some exciting news from Beyond the Bell! Our CEO, J. Andrew Waugh, has been selected to join the Royal Thai Scholars Fellowship at Brewster Academy this summer. This prestigious opportunity will see Andrew working closely with Thailand’s top high school graduates, who are preparing for their academic journeys at U.S. boarding schools. The Royal Thai Scholars Program is a…
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Navigating Potential Changes in U.S. Immigration Policy: What Boarding Schools Need to Know
As the new U.S. administration begins its second term, independent boarding schools across the country are evaluating how changes in immigration policies might impact their international student populations. Immigration regulations, especially those pertaining to F-1 visas, have long been crucial for schools in attracting and supporting students from around the world. This post explores the…
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Beyond the Curriculum: The Lifelong Lessons of Residential Life
Let me start by wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! With the holiday break upon us, it feels like the perfect time to reflect on the people and roles that make boarding schools truly special. Ask anyone in a boarding school community what the hardest role is, and you’ll get all kinds of answers because every…