How a Wisconsin School District Transformed Community Engagement Through Strategic Social Media What happens when a superintendent treats storytelling as seriously as budgeting? In just two years, one rural school district doubled its monthly social media reach from 11,000 to 23,000 people – all without spending a fortune on marketing! Dr. Vince Breunig has been […]
Read MoreFrom “OK” to “Awesome” Photos: How to Take Better Pictures in Classrooms
Time and time again, when I scroll through school districts’ social media pages, the most engaging content comes from inside real-life classrooms! Why? Because families and community members love seeing what learning looks like. You’re building organic support and buy-in with every behind-the-scenes classroom photo you share. Peeling back the curtain and showing those moments […]
Read More12 Ways Students Can Create Amazing Social Media Content
What if we told you the secret to authentic, engaging school content isn’t hiring more staff; it’s empowering the students you already have? We’re seeing an amazing trend: Schools across the country are discovering that their students are natural-born storytellers who can’t wait to share what makes their school special. I absolutely love it! Student […]
Read MoreDid Your School Go Cell Phone Free? 5 Tips for Capturing Classroom Moments
Student interns play a powerful role in telling your school’s story. They bring creativity, fresh ideas, and authentic voices that connect with your community. But what happens when your state passes legislation banning cell phones in schools “from bell to bell”? Or your school adopts a cell phone free policy? We’re seeing this become more […]
Read MoreInclusive Social Media: 9 Ways to Celebrate All Students on Your School’s Social Media Channels
Every student has a story worth celebrating. Every single one! Yet when I train school communicators, I often hear this hesitation: “What about students with disabilities? Or those taking an alternative high school path? What about minority cultures within my school community? How do I share their stories? If I highlight them for their differences, […]
Read MoreMember Spotlight: Cringe-Proof Your School’s Social Media! Lessons from a 15-Year Student TA Program
School communication student internship programs are a hot topic – and for good reason! Bringing students onto your storytelling team is a strategic move that pays dividends in authentic engagement and quality content. These digital natives understand exactly what makes their peers engage (or cringe!), bringing real-time insights to your communications team. Plus, while students […]
Read MoreSocial Media Doesn’t Have To Be So Overwhelming!
Let’s be real: Social media can feel like a lot. Platforms change. Trends shift. The algorithm seems to have a mind of its own. But here’s the truth: At its core, social media is simply about giving others a peek into what’s really happening at your school. It doesn’t have to be fancy. It doesn’t […]
Read MoreHow to Choose Custom Content Themes for Your School’s Social Media
Staring at an empty social media calendar can feel overwhelming, especially when trying to plan your school’s content for the weeks and months ahead! That calendar is just itching to be filled with engaging posts, key announcements, and those special moments that make your school so unique. But as a school communicator, you’re juggling dozens […]
Read MoreLead Magnets & Landing Pages: The Dynamic Duo to Elevate Your School Marketing Strategy
School PR pros, are you ready to guide overwhelmed parents into excited, newly enrolled school families? Or turn job searchers into excited teaching candidates? The secret might be simpler than you think, and two school marketing experts recently shared their proven strategies with me on “Mastering Social Media for Schools”! I had the pleasure of […]
Read More2025 Golden Gribble Honorable Mentions: 42 Standout School Stories That Deserve a Spotlight
Each year, #SocialSchool4EDU honors the very best in school storytelling through our annual “Golden Gribble” awards, recognizing top-notch social media efforts from K12 schools across the country. This spring, we celebrated 25 incredible winners in our 2025 Best of School Social Media Awards! But with hundreds of creative, heartfelt, and downright fun entries, there were […]
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