School districts

School districts depend on the trust and support of their communities at all times, not only during education fund or bond referendum campaigns. That makes it critical to communicate to parents, residents, elected officials and local businesspeople what the district does and why its work is important.

For its messages to be heard, a district needs well-thought-out, clearly written, well-presented communications. Those communications also must align with the district’s operational goals, satisfy measurable objectives, be cost-effective and reach all segments of its community.

We can help.

Communications Consulting

  • Research and strategic planning
  • Message development
  • Media relations
  • Parent and community relations
  • Crisis communications consulting

Communications Delivery

  • Newsletters (print and online)
  • Annual reports
  • Research reports
  • Web content
  • Multimedia content
  • Social media content
 
 
 
 
 

Recent presentations

Best Communication Practices: What Every School Leader Should Know; ASCD, March 7, 2010

Best Communication Practices for Achieving Strategic Goals: What Every School Leader Should Know; IASB, IASA, IASBO joint conference, Nov. 21, 2009

Best Communication Practices: What Every School Leader Should Know; American Association of School Administrators national conference, Feb. 21, 2009

Strategic Planning and Communications: Connecting with the Community; Illinois Association of School Boards, DuPage Division, Sept. 23, 2008

Strategic Planning in a Small Suburban District: Leadership and Communication Techniques Used to Ensure Success; National School Board Association annual conference, March 30, 2008