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John Brown University
2000 W. University St., Siloam Springs, AR 72761479-524-9500
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The Head of School Retreat exists to help principals, headmasters and heads of schools network and grow alongside others who understand their job and are engaged in the same mission.
Recharge and connect.
June 19–21, 2024
RegisterWhat to expect
You are invited to attend this retreat for head of schools serving at Christian high schools. Designed to equip and support you in your leadership role, the retreat features sessions on crucial topics and ample time for fellowship, networking, and rest.
JBU provides your hotel stay, dinner on Wednesday and Thursday night and lunch on Thursday and Friday. Complimentary breakfast is available at the hotel.
- Connect with peers: Network and share best practices with fellow Christian school leaders.
- Gain valuable insights: Discuss topics like fundraising, marketing, budgeting, legal issues, and board relations.
- Find encouragement and support: Build relationships with those who understand your role.
- Enjoy spiritual renewal: Reflect and recharge in a Christ-centered environment.
Past session topics include:
- Shining a Light on Today’s Mental Health
- Crisis Management and Conflict Resolution
- Recruitment Marketing
- Headwinds Facing Christian Education
- Maintaining Affordability and Financial Sustainability
- Recruitment and Retention of Qualified Staff
Event Schedule
tenative schedule
Wednesday |
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| 3:00 p.m. | Hotel Check-In | Hampton Inn |
| 4:00 p.m. | Retreat Check-In | SGH |
| 4:30 p.m. | Welcome & Opening Session | SGH |
| 5:30 p.m. | Dinner | SGH |
| 7–8:00 p.m. | Worship & Prayer | SGH |
Thursday |
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| 7–8:00 a.m. | Breakfast | Hampton Inn |
| 8:15 a.m. | Drive to Campus | SGH |
| 8:30 a.m. | Session 1: Generation Alpha Unplugged | SGH |
| 9:30 a.m. | Session 2: Headwinds Facing Christian Education – Dr. Chip Pollard, President | SGH |
| Spouse Event & Lunch | Leaves from SGH | |
| 10:30 a.m. | Coffee Break | SGH |
| 11:00 a.m. | Campus Tour | Leaves from SGH |
| 12:00 p.m. | Lunch | SGH |
| 1:00 p.m. | Session 3: Recruitment Marketing | SGH |
| 2:00 p.m. | Session 4: The President's Role in Recruiting | SGH |
| 3:00 p.m. | Break – Explore Historic Downtown Siloam Springs | |
| 5:30 p.m. | Dinner | Chip & Carey Pollard's home |
| 6:30 p.m. | Dessert | Chip & Carey Pollard's home |
Friday |
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| 7–8:00 a.m. | Breakfast | Hampton Inn |
| 8:00 a.m. | Hotel Check-out | Hampton Inn Lobby |
| 8:15 a.m. | Drive to Campus | SGH |
| 8:30 a.m. | Session 5: Reputation Management & Crisis Communication | SGH |
| 9:30 a.m. | Session 6: Head of School Roundtable | SGH |
| Campus tour for spouses | Leaves from SGH | |
| 10:30 a.m. | Session 7: Private School Fundraising | SGH |
| 11:30 a.m. | Lunch + Dual Credit & Summer Academy | SGH |
| 12:30 p.m. | Retreat Concludes | |
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Policy Information
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John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers more than 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education.
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