Communications & Public Relations Resources
Resources to help school leaders navigate school and community communications, public relations and media inquiries.
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February 01, 2024
I Don’t Have an Opinion on ThatType:Article Topics: Communications & Public RelationsDo superintendents really need to take positions on everything, even topics unrelated to education? -
February 01, 2024
Saying ‘Sorry’ as a Basis to Good RelationsType:Article Topics: Communications & Public RelationsBuilding connections with others sometimes means assuming personal responsibility in stressful situations. -
February 01, 2024
Determining a District Website’s Return on InvestmentType:Article Topics: Communications & Public RelationsMetrics for measuring whether your web presence is being optimized. -
January 01, 2024
District Communication Pros Need a Seat at Your TableType:Article Topics: Communications & Public RelationsPublic information officers can help your schools tell their stories. -
January 01, 2024
Influencing Public Perception With Proactive VideosType:Article Topics: Communications & Public Relations, Technology & AIA communication consultant’s suggestions for using sounds and scenes for spreading positive developments. -
January 01, 2024
Disrespectful CommunicationType:Infographic Topics: Communications & Public RelationsSurveyed superintendents say ill-mannered interactions with parents have gotten worse. -
November 01, 2023
Proceeding Beyond PolarityType:Article Topics: Communications & Public Relations, Leadership DevelopmentLeadership strategies for sorting out tensions involving restorative justice and disciplinary punishment. -
November 01, 2023
Watershed Opportunities: Combating Hatred for the Soul of AmericaType:Article Topics: Communications & Public Relations, Leadership DevelopmentApplying situational leadership tactics that move accordingly “above and below the line” when times are contentious. -
June 14, 2023
Safe Schools, Strong Communities: Marketing Your School District with Safety as a Powerful DifferentiatorType:Webinar Recording Topics: Communications & Public Relations, School Safety & CybersecurityLearn how to build a culture of safety that not only protects your students and staff, but also enhances your school district's marketing efforts. -
May 18, 2023
School Safety and Crisis Planning ToolkitType:Toolkit Topics: Communications & Public Relations, Health & Wellness, School Safety & CybersecurityResources to assist school district leaders address the critical issues of mental health, cybersecurity and physical safety. -
March 31, 2023
Naming Rights Deals Containing Two-Way BenefitsType:Article Topics: Communications & Public RelationsHow a school district generated $300,000 through sponsorships tied to school facilities. -
March 31, 2023
Courage and Its Connection to TrustType:Article Topics: Communications & Public RelationsFive considerations for building working relationships with constituents in your school community. -
March 31, 2023
Getting a Delicate Process Right When Renaming SchoolsType:Article Topics: Communications & Public RelationsHonoring namesakes on buildings means acknowledging inequities and recognizing contributions from people of color. -
March 01, 2023
Seven Keys to Working With Local MediaType:Article Topics: Communications & Public RelationsA public relations specialist’s ideas for effective press connections. -
February 01, 2023
Public Schools as Contested PlacesType:Article Topics: Board Relations, Communications & Public Relations, EquityPublic health practices, racial equity initiatives and school library holdings have moved schools into the super-heated center of cultural conflict, raising pivotal considerations for system leadership. The author is a venerable former superintendent. -
December 01, 2022
Customer Service Delivery to ParentsTopics: Communications & Public RelationsEasy access to information, timely responses and efficiency add up to superior support for families. -
December 01, 2022
Protecting Your School District’s ReputationType:Article Topics: Communications & Public Relations, Technology & AIWhen fast-spreading online misinformation consumed her district, a director of communications learned a few effective countering tactics. -
November 01, 2022
Bringing Hope Through DataType:Report Topics: Communications & Public Relations, Leadership DevelopmentBest practices around communicating data effectively to diverse groups of stakeholders. -
November 01, 2022
Preparing for ControversyType:Article Topics: Board Relations, Communications & Public RelationsFamiliarity with relevant policies can best position the superintendent as gatekeeper of the district, protecting it from excitable voices at school board meetings. -
November 01, 2022
When Public Records Requests Become ‘Weaponized’Type:Article Topics: Communications & Public RelationsInundated with coordinated information requests intended to disrupt schools or create false narratives, how ought school district leaders proceed?
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