Strategic Planning for Hybrid Schools: Ensuring Sustainability and Success

In this episode of the Hybrid School Builders Podcast, host Rebecca Foley discusses the crucial concept of strategy in building and sustaining a hybrid school. She explains how both businesses and nonprofits need to strategically plan to succeed. Rebecca breaks down the definition of strategy, illustrating its importance with examples from the restaurant industry to hybrid and micro schools. She further delves into the nuances of strategic planning for nonprofit hybrid schools, emphasizing the roles and responsibilities of the board in aligning with the school's mission. Throughout the episode, Rebecca provides valuable insights into assessing past, present, and future scenarios, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring realistic, feasible plans for long-term success. Tune in to gain practical tips on forming a strategic roadmap that includes stakeholder input, prioritizing goals, and maintaining accountability to achieve a stable and thriving hybrid school.

00:00 Welcome to the Hybrid School Builders Podcast

00:56 Season One Wrap-Up and Future Plans

01:18 Understanding Strategy in School Planning

02:35 Strategic Planning for Business Owners

05:32 Applying Strategy to Hybrid Schools

07:01 Strategic Planning for Nonprofits

15:21 Gathering Stakeholder Input

20:42 Identifying and Prioritizing Goals

22:14 Implementing and Monitoring the Strategic Plan

25:58 Conclusion and Resources