Enrollment Ambassador Kit
Many families find Headwaters through other parents who believe in what we’re building.
If you’d like to help share Headwaters with families who might be a good fit, we’ve created a simple ambassador kit with posts and information you can easily share.
Here’s a quick verbal description:
Headwaters is a small, nature-based microschool serving elementary and middle school students in Kane County.
The vision of the school is for students to spend much of their day outdoors exploring ecosystems, food systems, and hands-on projects while building strong academic foundations in reading, writing, math, and critical thinking.
The school is designed for children who thrive with curiosity-driven learning, smaller groups, and a more connected relationship to the natural world.
Good Places to Share
If you're comfortable sharing, these community groups are great places where families often look for education options.
• local parenting Facebook groups
• homeschool groups
• neighborhood groups
• nature education groups
• forest school groups
Core Messaging - just copy and paste, or tailor!
Short Post Options (for Facebook or Instagram)
Our family has been part of a small nature-based school called Headwaters and it has been a unique experience for our child. If you’re looking for a different kind of learning environment - more outdoor time, hands-on learning, and small groups - it’s worth taking a look. You can learn more here: www.headwatersil.org/academy
If anyone in the area is looking for an alternative to traditional school, you might want to check out Headwaters. It’s a small microschool where kids spend a lot of time outdoors and learn through real-world projects and exploration. Our family has loved it. www.headwatersil.org/academy
Sharing for anyone exploring educational options: Headwaters is a small nature-based microschool where kids learn through outdoor exploration, food systems, and hands-on projects in a small community setting. Worth checking out if you're interested in alternative education models. www.headwatersil.org/academy
Sample Direct Message (for DMs or Text):
Hi! I wanted to share something with you in case it’s helpful. Our family has been part of a small nature-based microschool called Headwaters, and it’s been a really wonderful experience for our child.
The vision of Headwaters is students spending much of their day outdoors exploring ecosystems, food systems, and hands-on projects while still building strong academic foundations in reading, writing, math, and critical thinking.
If you’re ever curious about it, visiting makes it much easier to understand what the school is like. I’d be happy to connect you or share more. You can check it out here: www.headwatersil.org/academy
Sample Email for Parents/Family:
Subject: Thought you might be interested in this school
Hi [name]
I wanted to share something with you in case it might be a good fit for your family. Our child attends a small nature-based microschool called Headwaters, and it has been a really positive experience for us. The vision of the school is for students to spend much of their day outdoors exploring ecosystems, food systems, and hands-on projects while also building strong academic foundations in reading, writing, math, and critical thinking.
It’s a small, thoughtful learning community, and seeing it in person really helps you understand what makes it special.
If you’re ever curious, I’d be happy to connect you with the school or help you set up a visit.
You can learn more here: www.headwatersil.org/academy
Click the image to download the flyer - share it digitally or let us know how many prints you would like! We aim to get good coverage in Kane County in March and April.
Pull from this photo bank as needed for social posting, or share any posts from Headwaters socials.
When Someone Asks About Headwaters
Parents often ask families: So what kind of school is it? Here are a few simple ways you can describe Headwaters.
The 10-Second Version
It’s a small nature-based microschool where students spend much of their day outdoors exploring ecosystems, food systems, and hands-on projects while also building strong academic foundations in reading, writing, math, and critical thinking.
The Friendly Conversation Version
It’s a small nature-based school where kids spend a lot of time outdoors learning about ecosystems and food systems while also doing strong academic work in reading, writing, and math. The classes are small, and the learning is very hands-on, and the staff seeks a sense of belonging for every student.
The Why We Chose It Version
Personalize to your story!
Example:
We were looking for a school where our child could spend more time outdoors and learn in a more hands-on way. Headwaters has small groups and a lot of project-based learning, and the kids explore things like ecosystems and food systems while still doing strong academic work. It’s been a great fit for our family.
One Tip That Helps a Lot
The most powerful thing you can share is simply your own experience.
For example:
Our child has really thrived there because…
or
We’ve loved how much time they spend outside learning…
Personal stories help other families picture their own child there.
Invite Curiosity
If someone seems interested, a simple invitation works well:
You should come see it sometime. It’s much easier to understand once you visit.
Thank you for extending our reach!
Headwaters grows through relationships and word of mouth.
Thank you for helping more families discover a learning environment where curiosity, nature, and community matter.