The School and College Fair is underway and the room is crowded but not overwhelming. Adding to the excitement is a four-person film crew from Canada doing some interviews for Doc Zone, a Canadian news show (think 60 Minutes). There’s also a book signing going on at the table for Wintergreen Orchard House and a … Read more »
I just attended a session regarding Social Media and using it in one’s practice. It was an interesting breakout session, and there were several concerns regarding Facebook and other social media brought up by fellow attendees. The major concern seemed to be privacy issues, and the appropriateness of giving “opinions” in such a public manner. … Read more »
If we were expecting an hour-long presentation on economics today by NBC’s Jean Chatzky we got a surprise. The presentation focused on the 8 things that make a difference in determining our financial security. While a few were expected: habitual saving and investing, MOST dealt with personal traits: happiness, optimism, resilience, passion, intuition, and gratitude. … Read more »
I came early to take advantage of the pre-college tours and we saw an incredible range of schools! We had great admissions sessions with all the schools, but it was especially interesting to hear how Stanford and Berkeley evaluate applicants. Special kudos go to Menlo College for their organic kitchen for students where we had … Read more »
One of the things I have enjoyed most, since arriving in San Francisco, are the large number of Summer Training Institute Alumni who have come up to say hello. Many I have not seen for a couple of years! Welcome! posted by Mark Sklarow, IECA Executive Director share:Bookmark on DeliciousDigg this postRecommend on FacebookShare on … Read more »
As IECA grows and our member consultants become an ever-more integral part of the education community, exhibitors are paying attention. We have more exhibitors than ever before at the SF Conference, many offering special conference publications and discounts. As I write this, the Vendor area is alive with the sounds of dedicated professionals networking, learning, … Read more »
You never expect a big crowd when you open a conference at 8:30 a.m. since it requires attendees to come in a day early. Yet our two sessions this morning: “Sustainability of Independent Schools in the Recession” and “College Admission in the Current Economic Crisis” attracted more than 400 attendees. In the College Session, Inside … Read more »
Putting faces with the names I see every day on the IECA Talklist is a wonderful experience! The IECA optional member’s dinner took place in Chinatown last night, and it was, as always, well-organized and fun (not to mention yummy!). This is my third IECA conference, and I am looking forward to every moment of … Read more »
I just got to preview Jean Chatzky’s keynote presentation for IECA. This presentation is based on her new book, The Difference: How Anyone Can Prosper in Even the Toughest Times. The presentation is terrific. First everyone needs to understand which of four categories they are in. The Wealthy (3% of population), Financially Comfortable (27%), Paycheck-to-Paycheckers … Read more »
The first official conference event–a tour of Stanford University–kicked off this morning with a full bus load. I asked those departing what advice they would give to those who are departing for the conference later this week. #1: Bring a jacket (it was 45 degrees when the bus pulled away) and #2 there’s a Starbucks … Read more »
