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How School Boards and Districts Can Foster a More Positive Learning Environment

Student success isn’t just about what happens in the classroom. A truly effective learning environment requires seamless coordination between parents, teachers, and administrators—both at the school level and across the…

Unlocking Potential: How Natansh Embodies Sparkrock’s Core Values to Drive Professional Services Success

At Sparkrock, leadership isn’t just about managing tasks—it’s about fostering trust, collaboration, and continuous growth. This week, as part of our Employee Spotlight series, we’re excited to feature Natansh, Director…

How AI is Transforming Nonprofit Operations (And How Your Team Can Adapt) 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries across the board, and the nonprofit sector is no exception. As AI continues to evolve, it presents both opportunities and challenges for organizations striving…

The Top Priorities for K-12 District Leaders in 2025

K-12 district leaders are facing a pivotal year—one where budget constraints, cybersecurity threats, and AI-driven disruption are forcing school boards to rethink their strategies.

8 Collaborative Strategies to Drive Student Success at the District Level 

Collaboration is a key driver of student achievement, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making at the district level.

Big News: School-Day Joins Sparkrock to Build a Smarter Future for School Payments 

Big things are happening at Sparkrock! We’re excited to announce that School-Day has officially joined the Sparkrock family—a combination that will bring even more powerful integrated tools to schools, educators,…

Data Privacy Week 2025: Meet Our New Security Officer, Stephen Marshall

Data privacy and security is at the core of what we do to help our customers thrive. In recognition of Data Privacy Week 2025—an annual event dedicated to raising awareness…

How to Successfully Conduct An Internal Audit of Your Nonprofit

Governance is a cornerstone of nonprofit operations. If you lack a means of ensuring accountability and transparency, you can’t build trust with donors and potential stakeholders. 

What Makes an Effective School Leader?

Be the leader you wish you had — Simon Sinek, CEO, The Optimism Company