Episode: 334
- Alex Richmond and Marc Copani from Fulton City School District share how their Fulton School Champions program has grown into a beloved tradition that celebrates staff, builds pride, and brings the community along for the ride.
- If staff morale and retention are on your mind, this episode will show you how intentional recognition can help people feel seen, valued, and proud to be part of your district.
- You’ll hear the behind-the-scenes details of how Fulton pulls off these surprise celebrations each month – from nominations and committee planning to video editing, prizes, and local business partnerships.
- This conversation is a great reminder that social media can be so much more than announcements. When you use it to tell personal staff stories, you can make your district feel smaller, warmer, and more connected.
SPECIAL GUESTS
Marc Copani
Director of Human Resources
Fulton City School District, New York
Email: mcopani@fulton.cnyric.org
Website: https://fultoncsd.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FultonCitySchoolDistrict
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fultoncsd/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fultoncsd/
Alexander Richmond
Public Information Assistant with CiTi BOCES Public Relations
CiTi BOCES, New York
Email: arichmond@citiboces.org
Website: https://www.citiboces.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CiTiboces
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/citi_boces/
USEFUL INFORMATION
- Visit this website for a full library of Fulton School Champions since it started back in 2023
- A few of Alex’s favorites include:
- Order your copy of my book Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies & Ideas to Celebrate Your Students & Staff – While Keeping Your Sanity now!
- Interested in our membership program? Learn more here: https://socialschool4edu.com/
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