Essential Tips for Building a Successful Hybrid School: From Planning to Operations

In this episode of the Hybrid School Builders Podcast, host Rebecca Foley shares invaluable insights for aspiring hybrid school founders. Rebecca emphasizes the importance of building a sustainable hybrid school and discusses various phases of the journey, including planning, infrastructure, and operations. She covers crucial topics such as website creation, marketing materials, money management, student admissions, special needs policies, proactive communication with parents and staff, emergency procedures, and logistical tasks like managing technology and substitutes. The episode is packed with practical advice and real-world examples to help founders navigate challenges and set their hybrid schools up for success.

00:00 Welcome to the Hybrid School Builders Podcast

00:50 Addressing Overlooked Details in School Planning

02:18 Building Your School's Online Presence

04:41 Managing Finances and Admissions

09:58 Ensuring Safety and Emergency Preparedness

11:28 Handling Staff Absences and Substitutes

13:26 Technology and Logistical Considerations

15:03 Final Thoughts and Resources