Asking for legacy donations may be seen as a bit of a taboo subject – but instead of being about dwelling on death, it can offer a chance of immortality by giving the donee a lasting legacy that lives on. Kathy Roddy shows how best to promote and process legacy donations from alumni

Moving from a curriculum assistant headship to a deputy pastoral role has given Jacqui O’Connor cause to reflect on the leadership skills she has developed so far and to focus on those she will need to acquire to make her next intended move – to a headship. Here she shares what she has learned so far