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2026 Independent School Trends: What’s Shifting and How to Respond

The landscape for independent schools is shifting fast. This webinar lays out what’s changing in 2026 — and gives leaders a concrete framework for responding.

Written by Mission Minded on February 19, 2026

UWC-USA

Written by Mission Minded on December 8, 2025

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Three Trends That Will Define Independent Schools in 2026

AI, shifting family economics, and outdated strategic plans are reshaping independent schools. Here’s what leading schools are doing differently in 2026.

Written by Mission Minded on December 3, 2025

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Three Pitfalls to Avoid in an Independent School Merger

School mergers are on the rise — but the schools that struggle aren’t undone by finances alone. They’re undone by communication failures. Here are three pitfalls independent school leaders need to anticipate before the process begins.

Written by Mission Minded on September 10, 2025

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Julia Morgan School for Girls

Written by Mission Minded on May 30, 2025

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Independent School Trends From 2024 That Will Shape 2025

What held true for independent schools in 2024 is already shaping how leaders need to plan for 2025. This webinar surfaces the trends with staying power.

Written by Mission Minded on March 18, 2025

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Wesleyan University

Written by Mission Minded on March 9, 2025

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Villa Duchesne

Written by Mission Minded on March 6, 2025

University of British Columbia

Written by Mission Minded on March 5, 2025

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