EPISODE: 106 Passion must be her middle name because, my goodness, does Melanie Gonzalez have a lot of it! Her district has received awards for its engagement tactics, and she will be a breakout speaker on the topic at this summer’s NSPRA seminar in Chicago. Today, you get to learn from Melanie right from the […]

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EPISODE: 105 Do you have an upcoming leadership transition in your school or district? Yes? Then this episode is for you! Rachel has practical tips that you’re probably going to want to write down. IN THIS EPISODE, RACHEL SHARES: Keys to tying social media posts to your vision, mission, and values before you ever identify […]

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EPISODE: 104 Amanda may not have had her eyes set on a school communications role, but it found her – and I sure am happy it did! The work she is doing for the small school district of Weston in Wisconsin is amazing. IN THIS EPISODE, AMANDA DISCUSSES: Her journey into holding the role of […]

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EPISODE: 103 After listening to this episode, I think you are going to want to be Laraine Weschler when you grow up. She is an AMAZING school communicator who is going to share some insights into a concept you may have never thought about – running a Facebook group for your community. IN THIS EPISODE, […]

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EPISODE: 102 It’s a busy time of year! How can you manage social media instead of social media managing you? This podcast episode will help! IN THIS EPISODE, HEIDI DISCUSSES: The importance of boundaries in your role as a school communicator Simple email changes you can make to help you take control How to schedule […]

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EPISODE: 101 My APR friends are going to be so geeked out to listen to this episode! My friend Angela Brown is diving into the research that can help school communicators do their job more effectively! IN THIS EPISODE, ANGELA SHARES: The many ways Niche can help K12 schools (beyond just the school ranking) Specific […]

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EPISODE: 100 Oh my goodness – we made it to episode 100!! And it’s my birthday!! Two big reasons to celebrate – and you get the gift of learning the 10 best social media tips from our listeners. IN THIS EPISODE, LISTENERS SHARE: Practical ways to use more video in your social storytelling The importance […]

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EPISODE: 99 Schools of every size need a person devoted to school communications, but many think they can’t afford it. Learn how John Charlton convinced his district of 2,000 students to add a new position and learn about the amazing impact he has had in just two years! IN THIS EPISODE, JOHN SHARES: How he […]

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EPISODE: 98 Are you a one-person communications shop who struggles with managing all the things? Then you’re going to want to meet this week’s guest! Learn practical tips and systems to help you celebrate your school district with the world. IN THIS EPISODE, STEPHANIE DISCUSSES: How she convinced her school district to jump into social […]

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EPISODE: 97 Are you struggling to find stories to share on social media right now? Or maybe you are sick of the negative comments you are receiving? Grab 14 easy social media post ideas that your community will absolutely LOVE! IN THIS EPISODE, ANDREA SHARES: One easy tip sure to lead to more content from […]

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