Talking Out of School

Talking Out of School

May Extra Credit

The newsletter for premium subscribers - with a first look at an exciting announcement...

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Julie Faulstich
May 19, 2026
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It’s May and I know everyone is busy and tired. We also have some almost-90 degree temperatures bearing down on New England and I am thinking of the boarding schools without universal A/C as they head towards graduation. It does look like it will cool off quickly so people will enjoy those outdoor graduation ceremonies.

I’ll keep this one quick with one link on the dangerous temptations of in-flight WIFI and then a preview of a big Stony Creek Strategy announcement going wide in June. And as always, the link for premium subscribers to schedule a. 45 minute chat.

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