Building a Strong Student Ambassador Program and a Solid Admissions Process

Student Ambassador Program – Discuss the benefits of a Student Ambassador Program and how to incorporate the students into weekly Campus Tours and Open House events. Our process for student selection, the training process, and the outcomes. Students take pride in their school in a deeper level, and guests are always impressed with how well the students interact with them. If outcomes matter, this is a great way for our guests to envision their child as a young adult interacting with adults in a professional yet whimsical way.
Admissions Process – Admissions does not end when the application is submitted and a student is accepted. It is a process of getting to know the families and getting them plugged into our community. Starting with the application, we create a clear path for our applicants and their families. Walking them through a funnel that is easy to navigate and consistent. Building a rapport with families is important. It is also important how we communicate bad news to applicants without them feeling bitter towards the school.

Margaret Finnegan has been involved with classical Christian Education for the past 24 years. At Christ Covenant School in Winterville, NC, she was a Kindergarten teacher before moving her family to Cary, NC where her three children attended Cary Christian School. She worked in various roles within the classroom, development, and administration. In 2017 she helped develop an admissions department and assisted in streamlining their processes and making them consistent. For the last seven years, she has been the Admissions Director at CCS.