7 Can’t-Miss ATLIS 2024 Sessions for K-12 Technology Leaders

Inspired by more than 40 years of collaboration with private school leaders, Blackbaud has created a track of sessions for ATLIS 2024, the Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools’ annual conference. This curated track features members of Blackbaud’s K–12 Executive Advisory Board and our internal experts discussing how technology in schools has evolved, new…

Read More

The power of peer mentorship to increase resource utilization & sense of belonging

Peer endorsement is a major influence on today’s college-going population. Put simply, in an age of authenticity, the messenger matters. Forward-thinking colleges are approaching getting students to engage with campus services with this in mind and implementing student success strategies that leverage peer mentorship to foster sense of belonging and uplift critical resources.  Here’s why…

Read More

3 Higher Ed Trends Helping to Engage Students

Published: 4/1/2024 Reading Time: 3 minutes Emails, texts, social media, oh my ― distractions, distractions. According to a study by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), 65% of students said they get distracted by digital devices, while 59% get distracted by other students using devices. No matter how you teach, whether online, in-person…

Read More

World Autism Awareness Day: Theme, Celebrations, History

Celebrated every April 2nd globally, World Autism Awareness Day aims to increase awareness, promote understanding, and encourage acceptance for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Beyond mere acknowledgement, it calls for action and commitment to building a world that deeply understands and celebrates diversity. Autism Spectrum Disorder brings unique perspectives, talents, and challenges. World Autism…

Read More