Every year, I think to myself, “It can’t possibly get better than this.” And every year, when my annual awards season comes along, you prove me wrong! Welcome to the […]
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Mental health struggles have likely impacted your life in one way or another. Maybe personally, or maybe through someone you love. I know that’s true for me. I’ve dealt with […]
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If you’re a school communicator post-pandemic, you already know the K12 education landscape has drastically changed. Families have more choices than ever, and in some states, taxpayer dollars are literally […]
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Accessibility is top-of-mind for schools right now – and for good reason! As deadlines to meet WCAG 2.1 AA requirements get closer, many public school communicators are feeling the pressure. […]
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Thirteen crises. Nine days. One communications professional. When Adelle Wellens walked into work one September morning in 2024, she had no idea she was about to face the most challenging […]
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“Why do we even need this position?” That cutting question is an exact quote from a school principal, who was responding to a survey about the district’s communications role. And […]
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What’s trending for school social media in 2026? Is it Instagram Reels? Student-created content? Taking a step back from certain platforms? Making accessibility a priority? These questions are on every […]
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AI can be a huge help for school communicators. It can help you get past a blank screen, organize your thoughts, and draft captions when time is tight. But AI […]
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Real student voices. Big feels. Zero cringe. If you’ve been scrolling and seeing the “microphone in the hallway” trend (sometimes called “Mic’d Up” or “Hallway Interviews”) and thinking… “Okay… but […]
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When it comes to social media, it’s all about grabbing people’s attention with the stories we’re sharing. So what about an upcoming event or announcement that we would normally advertise […]
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