Highmark School Development

07/23/2026

One conversation can change the direction of a project.

Over the past few days, we had the opportunity to reconnect with longtime partners, meet new school leaders, and hear firsthand about the exciting work happening across North Carolina.

Thank you to everyone who shared a few minutes with us. Those conversations are the foundation of lasting partnerships, and we're excited to see where they lead.

Until next time, Raleigh.

07/19/2026

Every project starts with a conversation—not a blueprint.

That's why we value conferences like this one. They give us the opportunity to listen, ask questions, and better understand the goals schools are working toward.

We're excited to be in Raleigh and hope we'll have the opportunity to meet many of you along the way.

07/16/2026

One conversation can change the direction of a project.

Over the years, some of our best ideas and strongest partnerships have started with a simple conversation at a conference.

That's what we're looking forward to at the North Carolina Charter School Conference: listening, learning, and talking with school leaders about what's ahead for their communities.

If you see us in Raleigh, we'd love to visit.

07/04/2026

07/02/2026

NCSC26 is a wrap.

Great conversations. New ideas. Familiar faces. A few new friends.

Thanks to everyone who took a few minutes to connect. We appreciate the time, the insights, and the opportunity to continue the conversation.

06/24/2026

This year, we are proud to celebrate Tammy Sweeris and her 15 years with our team. For more than a decade, Tammy has been a steady presence within our organization, contributing her knowledge, professionalism, and commitment to the work we do in support of schools and students across the country.

Thank you, Tammy, for your years of service and commitment to Highmark’s mission. We are grateful for all you do and look forward to the years ahead.

06/24/2026

What are you building? A new campus? A stronger board? A sustainable growth plan? Something entirely different?

We'd love to hear what's working, what's keeping you up at night, and where you're headed next. If you're at the National Charter Schools Conference 2026 this week, let's grab a coffee and talk about the opportunities, challenges, and ideas shaping the future of your school. We'd love to hear your story.

06/22/2026

Conferences are filled with valuable sessions, fresh ideas, and new perspectives. But some of the most meaningful moments happen in the conversations between them—the hallway discussions, the coffee chats, and the connections that spark new possibilities.

We're looking forward to NCSC26 in New Orleans and the opportunity to learn, share, and connect with leaders who are doing important work creating moments that matter.

If you'll be there, we'd love to say hello.

06/17/2026

Every conference has big ideas. The real challenge is turning those ideas into action. If you're attending NCSC26 and wrestling with enrollment growth, facility planning, governance challenges, financing questions, or simply figuring out "what's next" for your school, we'd love to connect. No sales pitch. Just practical conversations with people who have been there.

See you in New Orleans. ⚜️

05/28/2026

Earlier this month, members of the Highmark team attended the Bold by Choice Summit hosted by the .

The conversations throughout the summit centered on how schools, communities, and partners can work together to better prepare students for meaningful futures and expanded opportunities beyond the classroom. We appreciated the opportunity to connect with charter leaders and innovators from across the country who remain deeply committed to that work. Thank you to the Institute team for hosting such an impactful event.