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ATHLETIC PROGRAM ANALYSIS
Unlock the Full Potential of Your Athletic Program
The 3 pillars of independent school education are Academics, the Arts, and Athletics. Yet Athletics are often considered the “front door” to the School. Managing a high-functioning Athletic Department is a dynamic, challenging and ever-changing responsibility, requiring a School to be responsive to both internal and external constituents.
Today, Athletic Programs are faced with a myriad of newer, complex issues: club teams, social media, strength and conditioning, nutrition, sports psychology, physical and mental wellness, marketing/branding, enrollment pressures, working collaboratively with admissions departments, and balancing the role of Athletics with Academics and the Arts.
An Athletic Program Analysis (APA) from The Finney Search Group can analyze these issues, provide solutions, and unlock the full potential of your school's Athletic Program.
What We Review
Mission and Philosophy
Is the mission of the Athletic Department aligned with the mission
of the School?
Operations
Analysis of all facets of Athletic Department operations
Wellness & Mental Health
What initiatives are needed to address the Wellness & Mental Health needs of student-athletes?
Organizational Structure
How is the Department structured, and are there areas for improvement?
Leagues & Affliations
Analysis of league affiliations, if requested
Facilities & Finance Needs
Analysis of short-term & long-term capital needs and plans, if requested
Leadership Development
Analysis of professional and leadership development opportunities for staff, coaches, & students
Programs & Policies
Do current programs & policies address the current challenges facing the “modern Athletic Director”?
Communication
How effective are the Department’s overall communication efforts?
What We Deliver
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A Pre-Visit discussion with Head of School and Director of Athletics
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A 1 ½ - 2-day On-Site Visit to analyze the 9 areas described above
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An Exit Visit with Head of School including informal summary of feedback & findings
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A comprehensive APA Report with recommendations
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Post-Visit follow-up and review, 6 months after on-site Analysis
Our Athletic Program Analysis is conducted by Carol Hatton, former Director of Athletics at Roland Park Country School in Baltimore, MD. Carol was named IAAM Athletic Director of the Year in 2020. Click here to see Carol’s full biography.
If you’d like to learn more about our Athletic Program Analysis or to request a proposal, please contact Carol at 410-978-9662, or chatton@thefinneysearchgroup.com.
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Why Work With Us
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Strong Mentorship CulturesSuccessful independent school faculties have strong mentorship cultures, providing you a valuable opportunity to learn from, and forge lifelong relationships with outstanding leaders.
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Small Class SizesSmall class sizes allow for a more intimate teaching environment, allowing you to exercise your creativity, and maximize your students' learning experience.
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Parental InvolvementIndependent schools typically enjoy a higher degree of parental involvement, which can help your students maintain motivation and reinforce the teaching lessons from your classroom.
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Additional PerquisitesIndependent schools typically offer their teachers generous health and life insurance plans, and additional financial aid incentives, such as tuition discounts for your children. Some independent schools offer affordable, on-campus housing. This can be a terrific opportunity to experience the full breadth of school life, both inside and outside the classroom.
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Subsidized Tuition for Advanced DegreesIndependent schools will often pay for advanced degrees, such as fellowship programs where you can earn an advanced degree.
“The St. James Academy Head Search Committee could not have been more pleased by the services provided by The Finney Search Group. They were responsive to our needs and our timeline. They listened to our community and helped us find the best candidates for our school. At no point did we feel like we were involved in a cookie-cutter process or were being sent the "next man/woman up." At each juncture of the process, from developing the job description, community meetings, vetting the candidates, conducting the interviews, narrowing our selection, and finalizing our choice, our confidence in Sherm, Bo and Chris grew and our trust was rewarded.”