Charter School Insider: Lessons from the Nation's Top Charter School Operators

# 57 How a health insurance change generated $1.4M in savings for Windsor Charter Academy


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In this episode of The Charter School Insider Podcast, host Daniel Casselli, President of BuyQ, sits down with SarahGennie Colazio, Director of Finance & HR at Windsor Charter Academy.

What happens when a charter school dares to rethink one of its biggest expenses—employee health insurance? For Windsor Charter Academy, the answer was staggering: $1.4 million in savings over six years.

SarahGennie shares how her school shifted from a traditional fully insured model to a self-funded captive insurance plan, unlocking cost savings while enhancing employee benefits. From IVF coverage and hearing aids to mental health support and retention bonuses, Windsor turned financial savings into a stronger culture of care.

This episode is a case study in financial strategy, employee retention, and innovation—perfect for school leaders looking to stretch every dollar while supporting their teams.


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