EPISODE · Nov 18, 2025 · 53 MIN
School Admissions: Welcoming Families with Clarity and Care
from In Search of Catholic School Excellence · host Thomas Boles
In this episode of "In Search of Catholic School Excellence," Thomas Boles and Becky Wong dive into the admissions process for Catholic schools, sharing practical strategies and best practices to attract and welcome new families. They discuss the importance of visibility, community reputation, and intentional, personalized engagement throughout the admissions journey—from initial inquiry to enrollment and beyond. The conversation highlights actionable tips for making schools more inviting, reducing barriers for prospective families, and fostering a sense of belonging that supports both students and parents.Becky reminds us to focus on Communication with Families, the Environment we invite new families into and engaging the Community as part of the process. If we can consider how we can simplify and gain clarity about each step of the process that families will go through in applying, enrolling and attending our school, we can increase the numbers and overall satisfaction, making our marketing efforts even easier. To get a copy our Admissions Best-Practices Checklist, please visit us here. If you need help with any of the steps or in simplifying and clarifying your process, please schedule a time to talk with us today. https://bit.ly/Build-IT-Better-TogetherBecky Wong has been a teacher, admin, tech coordinator and innovator in Catholic Schools for over 25 years. She not only assists schools as part of the Tech Team but has been instrumental in guiding the Archdiocese of San Francisco as it navigates the edtech decisions and ever-changing landscape of classroom technology. The In Search of Catholic School Excellence Podcast is brought to you by I Love My Tech Team. When technology doesn’t work, Catholic school leaders lose time, trust, and momentum. We partner with schools to restore reliable systems, empower teachers, and create the foundation for innovative learning centered on students.Lead Your School Into What’s Possible with I Love My Tech Team.Restoring What’s Broken. Advancing What’s Possible.Find out more at https://ilovemytechteam.com
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In this episode of "In Search of Catholic School Excellence," Thomas Boles and Becky Wong dive into the admissions process for Catholic schools, sharing practical strategies and best practices to attract and welcome new families. They discuss the importance of visibility, community reputation, and intentional, personalized engagement throughout the admissions journey—from initial inquiry to enrollment and beyond. The conversation highlights actionable tips for making schools more inviting, reducing barriers for prospective families, and fostering a sense of belonging that supports both students and parents.Becky reminds us to focus on Communication with Families, the Environment we invite new families into and engaging the Community as part of the process. If we can consider how we can simplify and gain clarity about each step of the process that families will go through in applying, enrolling and attending our school, we can increase the numbers and overall satisfaction, making our marketing efforts even easier. To get a copy our Admissions Best-Practices Checklist, please visit us here. If you need help with any of the steps or in simplifying and clarifying your process, please schedule a time to talk with us today. https://bit.ly/Build-IT-Better-TogetherBecky Wong has been a teacher, admin, tech coordinator and innovator in Catholic Schools for over 25 years. She not only assists schools as part of the Tech Team but has been instrumental in guiding the Archdiocese of San Francisco as it navigates the edtech decisions and ever-changing landscape of classroom technology. The In Search of Catholic School Excellence Podcast is brought to you by I Love My Tech Team. When technology doesn’t work, Catholic school leaders lose time, trust, and momentum. We partner with schools to restore reliable systems, empower teachers, and create the foundation for innovative learning centered on students.Lead Your School Into What’s Possible with I Love My Tech Team.Restoring What’s Broken. Advancing What’s Possible.Find out more at https://ilovemytechteam.com
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