Development Directions

ISPD’s team writes a monthly newsletter on advancement, enrollment management, and strategic planning in Catholic schools and parishes.

  • Catholic Development Resolutions for the New Year

    January 16, 2023

    9 min

    Happy New Year! We hope the Christmas Holidays were a wonderful and blessed time for you and...

  • Checking the Progress/Success of Your Annual Fun at the End of 2022

    December 6, 2022

    7 min

    As the end of 2022 nears its end, now is a great time to check in on...

  • “Back to School Night” and Articulating Your Vision

    July 25, 2022

    7 min

    Note: Before the start of each school year, ISPD has shared this newsletter for the past 10+...

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  • The Cadence of Catholic Elementary School Development/Advancement

    July 11, 2022

    6 min

    In a four-count rhythm, with the tip of the rod at 12 o'clock, and the right-hand wrist...

  • Answers for Catholic Schools Running Out of Time

    May 21, 2022

    11 min

    Catholic Parish Development/Stewardship Crisis in 2022: How Many Catholic Parishes Are Simply Running Out of Time? There...

  • Making a List and Checking It Twice

    August 19, 2021

    8 min

    [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]“Making a List and Checking It Twice” In August 2020, in the midst of the pandemic, ISPD...

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