Empowering leaders to reimagine the independent school business model.

MoonshotOS is a Learning Platform, Community, and Consulting Partner dedicated to empowering schools with business expertise and strategies for achieving financial sustainability.

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Building Sustainable Schools, Together

91% of School Heads Say Sustainability is Their Top Concern.

*Source: NAIS Research: 2023 Hot Issues Survey: Challenges and Opportunities for Independent Schools

The root of this challenge lies in the business model. At MoonshotOS, we help independent school leaders tackle this head-on by building business acumen, fostering entrepreneurial thinking, and providing the tools to reimagine their school’s financial future. With expert coaching, actionable resources, and a supportive community, we empower schools to innovate and thrive.

Moonshot + Operating System(OS) =

Turning bold ideas into reality with the right systems, skill training, community, and strategies. With MoonshotOS, it's not just about dreaming big—it's about making it happen.

Join Moonshot Lab—Where Bold Ideas Take Flight

Moonshot Lab by MoonshotOS is a member community that helps independent school leaders build the business and entrepreneurial skills needed to iterate the school business model.

Our affordable, tailored approach supports schools building leadership capacity, aspiring leaders developing business acumen, and boards gaining the knowledge to address strategic challenges. Together, we tackle the toughest issues facing the independent school business model, equipping you with the tools to drive meaningful change.

Three Membership Levels

We offer an individual membership for aspiring leaders and two membership tiers schools seeking to enroll multiple team members.

Expert Coaching Sessions

Interactive coaching with industry leaders. Test your ideas, gain valuable insights, and shape strategies that work for your school.

Live Cohorts

Have an idea to iterate your school’s business model or boost revenue? Join our live cohort to validate it, tackle challenges, and build a strategy for success with personalized coaching throughout.

Connect with Peers

Come for the learning, and stay for the community of schools. Connect with professionals with a similar passion to build skills and reimagine the independent school business model.

On-Demand Workshops

Access to all on-demand workshops at no additional charge. Start by enrolling in A Business Case Framework for Independent Schools.

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Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Leadership Journey?

Attend the Aspiring Leaders Summit, a free, one-day virtual event on January 15, 2025 with expert-led sessions to help independent school professionals grow their careers.

Whether you’re an assistant, director, associate head, or preparing for a head of school role, this summit will provide five expert-led sessions on leadership, strategy, business acumen, resume building, and career development.

Become a smarter leader in just 10 minutes per week!

Join 900+ independent school leaders, getting firsthand business model analysis, industry case studies, and practical entrepreneurial delivered to their inbox every week.

Business Model Retreat

The Business Model Retreat is a transformative, one-day experience designed to help your leadership team and board align on strategic priorities and refine your school’s business model. Through collaborative, facilitated sessions, we’ll assess your current operations, identify challenges, and uncover opportunities for meaningful growth and innovation—all with ongoing support through a one-year Moonshot Lab membership.

Retreat Highlights:

Tailored to Your School: We customize the retreat to address your institution’s unique needs, goals, and challenges, ensuring every session is relevant and impactful.

Interactive Strategy Workshop: Your team will engage in hands-on activities to map your business model, prioritize opportunities, and set actionable next steps.

Shared Understanding: The retreat fosters alignment among key decision-makers, building a collective understanding of your school’s business model and creating a unified approach to tackle challenges and leverage opportunities.

Clear 90-Day Priorities: Leave the retreat with a focused set of priorities to pursue over the next 90 days, providing a clear roadmap for immediate action.

Ongoing Support: Every retreat includes a one-year membership in Moonshot Lab, providing expert coaching, cohort-based collaboration, and resources to help validate ideas and turn priorities into measurable progress.

This combination of a focused retreat and sustained support ensures your school is equipped not just with insights but with the tools and guidance to drive meaningful, long-term change.

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Free case studies of schools iterating the business model!

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In-Person Training and Workshops

MoonshotOS offers in-person training and workshops blending theory with practice, focusing on the real-world challenges of managing and growing independent schools.

Dive into practical, hands-on activities to build the crucial business skills necessary for navigating the complexities of running a school.

Our approach is straightforward and practical, offering no-nonsense business decision-making strategies specifically tailored for leaders at all levels in the independent school

Strategic Decision-Making: A Business Case Framework for Independent Schools

Navigating the complexities of running an independent school with a multi-million dollar budget requires more than just academic expertise; it requires solid business acumen.

This hands-on workshop teaches a straightforward, effective framework for business decision-making. It’s a no-frills, practical approach that directly addresses the real-world challenges faced in school management.