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Pay Gap Persists at Nonprofits' Executive Level

The median compensation for nonprofit CEOs was about $132,000 in 2022. While that figure has increased over the last five years, it’s remained relatively flat compared to inflation.

California Bans Legacy Admissions

California has become the fourth state to ban legacy admissions in the college application process, a practice that has been criticized as favoring white or wealthy students based on their familial alumni connections.

6 Tips for Responding to School Threats

Educate students and staff to report warning signs, such as "leakage."

Enrollment Contract Updates for 2025-26

Before issuing enrollment contracts, independent schools would be wise to review and fine-tune their enrollment contracts with an eye to issues that arose in years.

Hurricane Helene Disrupts Southeast Colleges

Schools across the Southeast are announcing return dates as they assess damage from Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm that caused widespread flooding and power outages.

Data That Shows Impact and Increases Giving

More than 70% of nonprofit leaders think measuring impact is important, but only 20% say they’re very good at it. Try the following to improve the way your nonprofit demonstrates impact.

Districts Install Vape Detectors

E-cigarette use among young people in the U.S. dropped significantly over the past year, according to a new government study. The hopeful signs come as more schools are installing high-tech vape detectors.

Do In-Person Workers Have a Career Edge?

CEOs are increasingly advocating for a full return to the office, though flexibility remains important, according to a KPMG survey.

4 Tips for Staying Civil in Polarized Times

Recent political polarization around issues like abortion, elections, and the Israel-Hamas war has heightened tensions at U.S. colleges and universities.

South Carolina Court Rules Against School Vouchers

The ruling affects the Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF), which enrolled nearly 3,000 students for the 2024-25 year.

Top 5 Business Issues for Colleges in 2024

NACUBO (National Association of College and University Business Officers) recently conducted its third annual survey on the top business issues facing colleges and universities.

NBOA Joins NAIS In Urging COPPA Adjustment

NBOA is pleased to again partner with NAIS in advocating for the interests of independent schools and the students they serve. Changes to COPPA could impact independent schools as currently worded.

Where Trump and Harris Stand on Education

As presidential candidates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump don’t have a lot in common when it comes to their views on education. Here are five ways in which their stated positions differ.

AI App Finetunes College Essay Writing

A new app called Esslo provides feedback on college essays, some say in a way similar to what college counselors would provide. Rather than writing the essay, it critiques an existing essay.

Panic Buttons Sped Active Shooter Response

The security system had been in place at Apalachee High School for only about a week. Every teacher and staff member was issued an identification badge, and on it, a panic button.

EMA and ERB To Merge

The Enrollment Management Association (EMA) and Educational Records Bureau (ERB) announced their intent to merge. The new organization will offer a comprehensive suite of assessments.

Start of School Brings Wave of Scams

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a warning about scammers exploiting the start of the school year, pretending to be from the school’s financial aid office.

Fertility Benefits on the Rise

Fertility benefits are now offered by 42% of U.S. employers, up from 30% in 2020, according to the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans.

Heatwave Forces School Closures

Studies show that extreme heat disrupts students’ focus and emotional regulation, leading to poorer academic performance and increased conflict.

Elite College Cost Nears Six Figures

The cost of attendance at some colleges is now nearing six figures a year, after factoring in tuition, fees, room and board, books, transportation and other expenses.

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