TL;DR: Telling your own story through social media develops a positive and effective social media presence. It is important to provide consistent and efficient information to families. Use of social media should be intentional. Maximize the use of your official sites to push out positive and accurate information. This post shares a number of tips on how to communicate effectively. … Read More
3 Tips for Communicating on Social Media
TL;DR: Strong communication and the use of social media establishes and strengthens relationships within the community. Tips for communicating on social media include building school social capital, activating the administrative team, and giving voice and choice. Tip #1 for Communicating on Social Media: Build School Social Capital The purpose of strong communication and the use of social media is to … Read More
Time to Go Live
TL;DR: Go live to communicate with stakeholders by matching the platform of your audience, having a plan, and promoting your event. Promote your event by sharing what the topic is and who the guests are. Share a live teaser shortly before the event begins to engage your audience. Be Available for Questions – Go Live It is important for school … Read More
School Communication: Posting a Clear Message
TL;DR: Crafting a clear message is key when communicating with stakeholders. Be inclusive with your message and consider families of all backgrounds. Post your message on multiple platforms to ensure it is being received. Host live sessions to engage with stakeholders and be available to answer questions. You may have started the year in remote learning, in-person learning, in a … Read More
Getting Started on Social Media – 6 To-Dos For Your School District
If your school is not already on social media, it should be. There’s no denying the fact that social media is now simply a part of our lives. Studies show that 74% of all online American adults use social media daily. When we look at students, that number jumps to 81% (of all teens 12-17). As an administrator, you understand … Read More