Episode 206: 4 Most Common Lawsuits Filed Against Private Schools (How To Reduce Your Risk)

Goldilocks. You remember the story. One bowl of porridge was too hot. Another was too cold. The third was just right. One bed was too hard. Another was too soft. The third was just right.

School leaders need that same Goldilocks mindset when it comes to legal risk.

On one extreme is fear. That leader imagines the worst possible outcome in every situation. Fear begins making decisions. Every conversation becomes formal and defensive.

On the other extreme is indifference. That leader says, We have never had a serious problem before. Our families love us. Everyone knows everyone here. We are a faith-based school. We are like a family. We will deal with something if it ever happens.

But, good intentions are not a risk-management plan. Being a close community does not eliminate accidents, misconduct, conflict, or misunderstandings. Sometimes close communities become more vulnerable because people assume trust can replace safeguards.

So I am looking for listeners to find the “Goldilocks” just-right mindset for school leaders. Not fear. Not indifference. Right in the middle.

So, on today’s episode of The Private School Leader Podcast, we are going to discuss the 4 Most Common Lawsuits Filed Against Private Schools (How To Reduce Your Risk.)

I know that you are super busy, so be sure to listen while you are doing something else. I hope that you will get value from this episode as you serve and lead your school community. Thank you for taking some time out of your day to listen to the podcast!

Thanks for making a difference,

Mark Minkus

Most of my clients and students use Title II funds to pay for Parent Academy, THRIVE Academy, 1-on-1 Coaching, Private School Teacher Academy and The PSL Pro Membership!

Strong teachers make strong schools.