Social Media Training for K12 Schools
Here’s a question you probably never thought I’d ask: Is social media worth it? As someone who has been helping schools and school communicators with social media since 2014, I sure hope it is! In my experience with hundreds of school districts and tens of thousands of social media posts, I can confidently say that […]
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Today, we’re tackling a question that has caused countless headaches within the school communications community: Holiday greetings on social media. Many school communities embrace a variety of cultures and religions, so what’s the right thing to do? How can you balance inclusivity without offending anyone? What happens if you miss a holiday? Is it better […]
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*groan* I know, I know… we’re talking about yet another “celebration month” that you, as a school social media manager, need to keep up with. But I believe that National Principals Month presents a unique opportunity! By humanizing school leaders, you have the chance to forge deeper connections among families, staff, students, and school administration. […]
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It’s that time of year again! As we celebrate the close of another academic year, it’s also time to shine a spotlight on the extraordinary social media moments from schools across the country and beyond. Prepare to be inspired and pick up valuable insights that you can weave into your own storytelling strategies as you […]
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No matter how cool our job is, sometimes it’s not all sunshine and roses! I bet you would LOVE to wave a magic wand and get rid of a few annoying aspects of your job – like blurry photos and “urgent” requests that aren’t really urgent – right?! Now, I’ve been working in the trenches […]
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✔️ School Bus Driver Appreciation Day ✔️ Teacher Appreciation Week ✔️ School Principals Day ✔️ National School Counseling Week But what about School Communicators Day? I’m willing to bet that as a school communicator, you’re celebrating these special recognition days but may have let School Communicators Day slip through the cracks. (It’s held on the […]
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Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up quickly! As I’m writing this in 2024, this year’s dates are Monday, May 6 to Friday, May 10. Teacher Appreciation Week is usually the first full week in May. Many districts have internal appreciation events and initiatives – but as a school PR professional or social media manager, you […]
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As Teacher Appreciation Week approaches, I want to share a fun, interactive post idea that will not only engage your school community but also shine a spotlight on the incredible educators in your district. Trust me, this one’s a winner! The brainchild of Erin Woodiel, Creative Services Specialist for Lee’s Summit R-7 School District in […]
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In my decade (!) of helping K12 schools tell their stories on social media, I’ve truly seen it all. I’ve witnessed the best – and worst – of what schools can do online, and I am not too proud to admit that I’ve made plenty of mistakes myself! It’s all part of the journey; we’re […]
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I don’t normally start my blogs with a call to action, but this one is important. Do me a favor and take a few minutes to scroll through your school’s pages on social media, right now. What overall impression would the collection of posts on your pages give to an onlooker? Would followers see the […]
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