EPISODE: 41 As a school communicator, you have to deal with all of this and much, much more… So if you’re looking for some veteran advice, you’ve come to the right place! IN THIS EPISODE, VERONICA EXPLAINS: Her journey into #SchoolPR, which started in Texas in 2003. How she leads a communications team of 12, […]
Read More10 Practical Tips to Avoid Burnout in #SchoolPR
EPISODE: 40 Let’s make 2021 the best year, yet, by focusing on you, the school communicator! Burnout is real and we’ve reached out to your peers across North America for advice. This podcast summarizes the 10 best tips! IN THIS EPISODE, ANDREA BREAKS DOWN: Why it’s so easy for school communicators to get wrapped up […]
Read MoreGrab the Tools You Need to Celebrate What’s Awesome with Stephanie Sinz
EPISODE: 39 Feeling exhausted, frustrated, uninspired, and burnt out when it comes to your job in school communications? You’re not alone – and Stephanie has something to share that can help! IN THIS EPISODE, STEPHANIE EXPLAINS: Her role as Chief People Officer at #SocialSchool4EDU, managing a team of 30 social media account managers What the […]
Read More50,000 Students = 50,000 Reasons Our Work Matters with Christian Justrabo
EPISODE: 38 Are you a small department trying to celebrate all of the great things happening in your large school district? This interview is overflowing with amazing examples, no matter the size of your district! IN THIS EPISODE, CHRISTIAN SHARES: His journey, which started out as a part-time contractor with Jefferson Parish Schools back in […]
Read MoreStudent Interview: Meet High School Instagram Story Contributor, Annabelle Moon!
EPISODE: 37 Today, you get to meet a 2020 high school graduate who shares her amazing perspective as an Instagram Story contributor. IN THIS EPISODE, ANNABELLE EXPLAINS: How she got involved in social media at her school What training was involved before she got started Why she was so excited to highlight all of the […]
Read MoreConnecting with Students & Families Using Instagram with Vivien Valenzuela Mallick
EPISODE: 36 Sharing a “day in the life” of a typical student was Vivien’s original goal of the Instagram page, and now she accomplishes so much more! Learn the secrets that Vivien uses to connect with students and families that come from 45 states and 54 countries. IN THIS EPISODE, VIVIEN INSPIRES US WITH: How […]
Read MoreMeet NSPRA’s New Executive Director: Barbara Hunter, APR
EPISODE: 35 The National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) is an amazing organization that supports schools across the United States and Canada. Today, you’ll meet the brand-new Executive Director, Barbara Hunter, APR. IN THIS EPISODE, BARBARA SHARES: Her diverse background in communications for schools and organizations. How she plans to grow the membership beyond its […]
Read MoreHow to Create a Storytelling System with Andrew P. Robinson
EPISODE: 34 Are you a one-person communications department? Andrew has a ton of practical advice in this interview – you’ll see why he was recently named to NSPRA’s 35 under 35 list! IN THIS EPISODE, ANDREW EXPLAINS: His journey back to serve the school district he graduated from How he turned his staff into storytellers […]
Read MoreSchool PR Drive Time with Andrea Gribble, Stacia Harris, and Molly McGowan Gorsuch
EPISODE: 33 Listen to a timely conversation about the current state of social media in schools in this podcast interview from the North Carolina School Public Relations Association’s podcast, “School PR Drive Time.” IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The evolution of social media in school PR How to handle negative comments that show up on […]
Read MoreHow to Take Ownership of Your Role In School Communications with Kristin Boyd Edwards
EPISODE: 32 The best inspiration comes in the form of a story. If you’re struggling in your role as a school communicator (and who isn’t in 2020), then this episode and Kristin’s practical advice is just what you need! IN THIS EPISODE, KRISTIN INSPIRES US WITH: Tricks to being successful in a 1-person communications shop […]
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