How to Build Trust and Connection with Parents and Students

Are you welcoming new families into your microschool… but not sure what to say after they enroll? 🎉

In this heartfelt and strategic episode, Makenzie Oliver shares what most founders overlook: The time between enrollment and Day 1 of school is where trust is either built—or broken.

Discover how to build strong relationships with parents and students through intentional, clear, and welcoming communication that sets the tone for a powerful school year. 💛

✅ Why post-enrollment is a critical window for building parent trust ✅ What a Welcome Letter really says about your school ✅ What to include in your microschool’s first official message to new families ✅ The biggest mistake new school founders make (and how to avoid it) ✅ How to create a system that saves you time, stress, and confusion ✅ Why this small piece of communication has a massive impact on family retention ✅ And how to keep things warm, professional, and clear every time

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We have step-by-step instructions to help you write powerful marketing brochures, enrollment forms, introductory packets, and so much more! You’ll also find easy-to-use templates made to simplify your creation process, as well as beautiful real-life examples used by my micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to give you creative inspiration when designing your very own forms. You will be able to seal the deal with peace and clarity when you hand deliver your new handbook and contract. Tune in to today's episode to find out more and head over to our shop to purchase your documents at

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