Skip to main content
grow summit tagline circle

Shape Your School's Strategy. Fill Every Seat.

Join us November 8, 2024

The Grow Enrollment Summit is a one-of-a-kind, free virtual event that brings together charter school leaders and marketing experts to collaborate and solve today’s toughest enrollment challenges.

Register Today

Nina Rees Keynotes & Kicks Off the Summit

Join Nina Rees, former President of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, and marketing experts for an exclusive, virtual event focused on actionable enrollment strategies for charter school leaders.

grow summit nina rees

Designed Specifically for Charter School Leaders

grow summit nina rees

Join Nina Rees, former President of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, and marketing experts for an exclusive, virtual event focused on actionable enrollment strategies for charter school leaders.

Why You Can't Miss this Summit

In today’s competitive education landscape, filling seats is more challenging than ever. The Grow Enrollment Summit is designed to equip charter school leaders with the tools and strategies needed to overcome enrollment challenges, all while networking with industry experts and peers.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your marketing efforts, expand your reach, or ensure retention, this event will provide the insights and skills you need to thrive.

grow summit pattern yellow
grow summit pattern blue

What You'll Gain

Collaborative Learning
Network with other charter school leaders to share strategies and solve common enrollment challenges.

Expert Insights
Get tactical advice from experienced marketing professionals.

CE Certification
Earn CE credits and your Grow Schools Enrollment Marketing Certification Badge and Certificate.

Meet the Presenters

grow summit nina rees

Nina Rees

Education Innovation and Parental Choice Advocate, Former President and CEO, NAPCS
grow summit michael barber

Michael Barber

Head of Global Marketing,
Grow Schools
grow summit derrick hollister

Derek Hollister

Founder and Principal,
Boldworld
grow summit neisha tweed bell

Neisha Tweed Bell

Creative Mastermind & Founder,
Next Level Up Creative
grow summit paul miller

Dr. Paul Miller

CEO,
Charter Champions
grow summit niki blaker

Niki Blaker

Owner and Design Strategist,
Five Sigma Studio
grow summit yoni samuel siegel

Yoni Samuel-Siegel

COO,
Prospect Schools
grow summit jean fleming

Jean Fleming

Principal,
Fleming Media
grow summit todd harris

Todd Harris

Senior Advisor,
Enrollstream
grow summit ashley mcquarrie

Ashley MacQuarrie

 Senior Director, Enrollment Marketing,
Grow Schools
grow summit betsy roberts

Betsy Roberts

Project Manager, Enrollment Marketing,
Grow Schools
grow summit tony solorzano

Tony Solorzano

Client Services,
Grow Schools

Schedule

Every breakout session will be followed by a 10-minute Q&A.

Icon Enrollment Today

Keynote

9 - 9:55 AM PT

Charter School Enrollment and Impact

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Nina Rees, former President of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools.

In this keynote session, Nina will dive into the evolving dynamics of charter school enrollment, covering demographic shifts, changing family expectations, and the impact of economic factors on schools today.

Nina Rees

Education Innovation and Parental Choice Advocate, Former President and CEO, NAPCS
grow summit nina rees

Nina Rees

Education Innovation and Parental Choice Advocate, Former President and CEO, NAPCS
Icon Amplifying Your Brand

Brand

10 - 10:45 AM PT

Designing and Amplifying Your Brand

Get ready to unleash your school’s unique brand! In this session, you’ll discover how to identify and articulate what makes your school truly special. We’ll dive into your school’s strengths, mission, and vision, crafting messages that resonate with current and future families.

Let’s chat logos, colors, taglines, and the voice and tone that define your brand across digital channels. You’ll also learn how to make your school easy to find with SEO magic and use email marketing and newsletters to keep your community engaged and eager to enroll!

 Derek Hollister

Founder and Principal, Boldworld
grow summit derrick hollister

 Derek Hollister

Founder and Principle, Boldworld
Icon Your Digital Front Door

Website

11 - 11:30 AM PT

Digital Front Door

Your school’s website isn’t just a webpage—it’s the digital front door that makes first impressions count. Let’s make sure your online presence is as welcoming and engaging as your physical one.

In this session, we’ll unveil practical tips for designing a site that prioritizes your users—the people who will use your site—and makes their experience as easy and intuitive as possible. Learn the best practices and considerations for design, content, and navigation needed to transform your site into a powerhouse for enrollment and community connection.

Niki Blaker

Owner and Design Strategist, Five Sigma Studio
grow summit niki blaker

Niki Blaker

Owner and Design Strategist, Five Sigma Studio
Icon Success in Social Media

Social Media

11:40 AM -
12:10 PM PT

Mastering Social Media for School Success

Time to supercharge your school’s online presence. Join us as we explore how to harness the power of social media to connect with your community and elevate your brand.

We’ll discover the best platforms to reach your audience, create content that hits home, and build a vibrant online community. Learn the art of storytelling through visuals, videos, and posts that showcase your school’s unique strengths and culture. Plus, we’ll share savvy strategies to manage your social media like a pro, ensuring your school’s voice shines consistently across all channels!

Neisha Tweed Bell

Creative Mastermind & Founder, Next Level Up Creative
grow summit neisha tweed bell

Neisha Tweed Bell

Creative Mastermind & Founder, Next Level Up Creative
Icon In Person Events

Events

12:30 - 1 PM PT

Impactful In-Person Events and Community Engagement

From open houses and info sessions to community festivals and virtual tours, let’s turn your events into a buzz-worthy experience! Learn how to leverage these gatherings to spark interest and build lasting relationships with prospective families.

We’ll discuss amplifying your efforts by integrating events with broader marketing strategies—think flyers, mailers, and eye-catching signs. Plus, we’ll explore how to engage local media to spread the word, ensuring your school’s values and offerings reach a wider audience with a consistent, compelling message!

Ashley MacQuarrie

Senior Director, Enrollment Marketing, Grow Schools

Betsy Roberts

Project Manager, Enrollment Marketing, Grow Schools

Jean Fleming

Principal, Fleming Media
grow summit events breakout

Ashley MacQuarrie

Senior Director, Enrollment Marketing, Grow Schools

Betsy Roberts

Project Manager, Enrollment Marketing, Grow Schools

Jean Fleming

Principal, Fleming Media
Icon Partnering for Enrollment

Partnerships

1:10 - 1:40 PM PT

Partnering for Enrollment

Explore how powerful partnerships can elevate your enrollment marketing efforts and help you achieve your goals.

We’ll dive into the perks of collaboration and discover how an enrollment marketing partnership can provide the expertise, resources, and support your school needs to thrive in a competitive landscape.

Dr. Paul Miller

CEO, Charter Champions

Todd Harris

Senior Advisor, Enrollstream

Yoni
Samuel-Siegel

COO, Prospect Schools

Tony Solorzano

Client Services, Grow Schools
grow summit partnership for enrollment

Dr. Paul Miller

CEO, Charter Champions

Yoni Samuel-Siegel

COO, Prospect Schools

Todd Harris

Senior Advisor, Enrollstream

Tony Solorzano

Client Services, Grow Schools
Icon Ask an Expert

Ask an Expert

2 - 2:15 PM PT

Ask an Expert

As we wrap up the event, join us for an interactive Ask an Expert session. This is your chance to engage directly with enrollment marketing professionals and get answers to your burning questions.

Seek personalized advice, clarify key points from the day, and dive deeper into the specific challenges or opportunities your school faces. Let’s keep the conversation going and ensure you leave with all the tools you need to succeed!

All Presenters

grow summit speaker announced soon

All Presenters

grow summit pattern blue

Register for the Grow Enrollment Summit

November 8, 2024 | 9 AM – 2:30 PM PT

Attendees will be provided with a link to the event studio prior to the event.

grow summit ask an expert

Sponsors

Grow Enrollment Summit brought to you by Grow Schools and sponsors.

Code of Conduct | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
Copyright © 2024 Grow Schools. All Rights Reserved.