Breaking the Barrier: HR & BO Partnerships in Independent Schools

This webinar will explore best practices for improving relationships between HR and faculty and staff of the school as you look to breakdown any unspoken barriers. These tips and tricks will help you foster relationships and build bridges of trust to be seen as more than 'HR,’ and fulfill a role of a trusted and knowledgeable colleague who supports not only the school but also the people who make the school successful.

This information may also provide helpful insights for other by other school business leaders including CFOs, controllers and heads of school interested in strengthening interdepartmental or individual relationships across campus.

Learning Objectives:

• Participants will learn how to improve relationships with faculty and staff, while ensuring employer and employee boundaries are respected.
• To be seen as a resource, available to help with employment matters, and life matters.
• An open door, who is there to help. Improving the employment experience for both you and members of the school.

Pricing

Members: Free
Nonmembers: $125.00

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Presenters

Chris Patterson

CFO

The John Cooper School

After two years at KPMG as an auditor, Chris started at Princeton Day School as the Asst. Director of Finance in 1995. He became the Chief Financial Officer at The John Cooper School in July 2011. He is fortunate to lead a great team in the Business Office, Buildings & Grounds, Custodial Services, Dining Services and Security. He has a bachelor’s degree in accounting, an MBA and is a CPA.

Christine Provencio

Director HR

The John Cooper School

Christine is an experienced Human Resources professional with over 25 years of expertise in the field. Holding both the PHR (Professional in Human Resources) and SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management - Certified Professional) certifications, Christine has developed a deep understanding of HR management, talent acquisition, employee relations, and organizational development. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Sam Houston State University in 1998. In 2013, Christine was hired as the first Director of Human Resources at The John Cooper School, where she has played a key role in shaping the school’s HR strategies, improving employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture and supporting organizational growth through effective HR leadership.

Amelia Reed, SHRM-CP

Human Resource Manager

Presbyterian School

Houston, TX

Amelia Reed, SHRM-CP, is the Human Resource Manager for Presbyterian School in Houston, TX. Amelia, with more than 8 years’ experience in Human Resources, joined Presbyterian School in the fall of 2019. Amelia started her career with a focus in HR compliance, including from the very start being responsible for the development and implementation of Employment Documentation Standards and Compliance. She loves to get into tedious details when it comes to anything human resources, payroll or benefits related, to learn best practices and to educate others. One of her favorite responsibilities is her ability to partner with Presbyterian School faculty and staff, providing education, assistance and support with regards to employment policies, rights and benefits to better support employees through their employment and life needs. Amelia has served on NBOA's volunteer Human Resource Council from July 2021 to present, serving the 2023 - 2024 term as the HR Council Chair.