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Extra, extra—scroll all about it! Former journalist turned school communicator Daniel Langhorne shares how his newsroom background helps him uncover and celebrate the best stories at Sage Hill School in Newport Beach, California.Timeliness and authenticity matter! Learn why Daniel and his team treat school PR like a small newsroom—focusing on real-time, engaging content that makes an impact.Mastering Instagram storytelling – Sage Hill has doubled down on Instagram as its primary platform. Hear why they made this choice and how it's resonating with students, staff, and families.Struggling with Reels? Get practical tips on how to capture key moments, what shots to prioritize, and what equipment (or lack thereof!) you really need to create effective school videos.SPECIAL GUESTDaniel LanghorneCommunications & Website ManagerSage Hill School, CaliforniaEmail: langhorned@sagehillschool.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-langhorne-97429615/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/dlanghorne.bsky.social Website: https://www.sagehillschool.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SageHillSchool Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagehill/ PodBean: https://sagehill.podbean.com/ USEFUL INFORMATIONYou're invited to #SocialSchool4EDU's NSPRA 2025 Partner Power Session - July 20, 2025, from 8 am to noon - full details and register hereDaniel's examplesGroundbreaking Ceremony - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDgQxOwRqm6/ Homecoming Pep Rally - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBjzUxwsbh8/ Join the LIVE Golden Gribble Awards on Friday, May 9th, at noon EDT! Click here for all the details and the Zoom link to join! 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/MORE RESOURCESFree Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools!Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click herewww.SocialSchool4EDU.com

Building Trust and Credibility in School Communications - School PR is more than marketing; it's about strategic storytelling and transparency to build trust. Sandra shares how her district rebuilt trust after a failed bond project, leading to a 71% approval on the next vote.Overcoming Impostor Syndrome in School PR - Many communicators feel unqualified due to the wide skill set required, but recognizing strengths helps build confidence. Sandra introduces the Dunning-Kruger Effect, showing how self-awareness and professional growth can combat self-doubt.Leveraging Behavioral Science for Better Communication - Understanding psychology helps create messages that resonate and build stronger relationships with stakeholders. Using strategies like nostalgia-driven posts (e.g., Throwback Thursday) fosters emotional connections and engagement.Practical Strategies to Improve School Social Media - Consistency, storytelling, and leveraging help from staff, students, or alumni improve social media impact. "Posted is better than perfect"—focus on getting content out rather than overanalyzing every detail.SPECIAL GUESTSondra Whalen, APRDirector of Student Programs and CommunicationsVernon Verona Sherrill Central School District, New YorkEmail: swhalen@vvsschools.org LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sondra-whalen-apr-03659029a/ Website: https://www.vvsschools.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VVSDistrict USEFUL INFORMATIONRegister for Washington DC event - NSPRA 2025 Partner Power Session Registration- Social Media Workshop: The Secret to Plan, Create, & Execute a Strategy that Works! with Andrea Gribble - Sunday, July 20, 2025 - 8 am - noonSchool Communications Expertise AreasLove Story postOrder 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/MORE RESOURCESFree Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools!Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click herewww.SocialSchool4EDU.com

This episode is a must-listen for school leaders looking to elevate their communication and build community pride!

An all-star NSPRA session with great content creation strategy and tactics. New Email List click here!  

Welcome to School Leader Soundbites, a podcast dedicated to empowering K-12 leaders with the latest insights and strategies in marketing and communications! Today's topic is: Don't Be The District That Forgets To Thank Your Teams◾What are recognition days?-Recognition days like bus driver appreciation, school library clerk day, teacher appreciation etc-Avoid end of the day panic posting by getting NSPRA's resource guide- all of them are listed inside◾Why recognition days?-Everyone likes to be recognized for the work they do-These designated days remind us how important it is to reach everyone in our system◾How to share?-Include the recognition days in your communication to parents and the board calendar-Put together a press release, don't just focus on social media-Have some cards preprinted or e-cards ready in advanceIf you need any assistance with this, head to veronicavsopher.com. If you want more info, please contact me or drop questions in the comments and be sure to share this episode with your colleagues! Be sure to check out the resource guide here- https://www.nspra.org. If you have any questions or suggestions for future topics, I'm here to listen. Thanks for tuning in to School Leader Soundbites.Find me at: https://www.veronicavsopher.com/Social: @VeronicaVSopher*About Our Sponsor:* K12 Insight partners with schools and districts to build stronger relationships with parents, students, and staff. They believe trust is the foundation of successful education and offer solutions designed to foster engagement, promote transparency, and turn feedback into actionable results. Want to explore how Let's Talk and K12 Insight's comprehensive suite of customer service solutions can amplify your school's efforts and strategic goals? Visit: go.k12insight.com/sopher*School Leader Soundbites* is your essential podcast for navigating the complex world of K-12 leadership with confidence and clarity. Hosted by Veronica V. Sopher, a 25-year veteran in school public relations, this podcast delivers actionable insights and innovative strategies to elevate your school's marketing and communications efforts. Veronica V. Sopher is the strategic designer behind several award-winning marketing campaigns and has crafted winning bond and tax rate communications plans. With extensive experience in crisis management—including handling weapons and deaths on campus, natural disasters, and polarized political landscapes—Veronica is an expert passionate about public education as the great equalizer. Join Veronica as she shares her expertise and offers practical tips that will optimize your leadership and support your district's goals. Whether you're looking to enhance community engagement, improve transparency, or turn feedback into actionable results, *School Leader Soundbites* provides the tools and knowledge you need to succeed.Sponsored by K12 Insight, this podcast is more than just a resource—it's a catalyst for meaningful change. Discover how K12 Insight's solutions can strengthen relationships with parents, students, and staff, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration within your school community. Veronica is also available for consulting and public speaking, specializing in leadership development and executive coaching. Tune in and transform your leadership journey with insights that make a real difference. 

Episode 40: Don't Be The District That Forgets to Thank Your Teams!Welcome to School Leader Soundbites, a podcast dedicated to empowering K-12 leaders with the latest insights and strategies in marketing and communications! Today's topic is: Don't be the district that forgets to thank your teams?◾What are recognition days?-Recognition days like bus driver appreciation, school library clerk day, teacher appreciation etc-Avoid end of the day panic posting by getting NSPRA's resource guide- all of them are listed inside◾Why recognition days?-Everyone likes to be recognized for the work they do-These designated days remind us how important it is to reach everyone in our system◾How to share?-Include the recognition days in your communication to parents and the board calendar-Put together a press release, don't just focus on social media-Have some cards preprinted or e-cards ready in advanceIf you need any assistance with this, head to veronicavsopher.com. If you want more info, please contact me or drop questions in the comments and be sure to share this episode with your colleagues! Be sure to check out the resource guide here- https://www.nspra.org. If you have any questions or suggestions for future topics, I'm here to listen. Thanks for tuning in to School Leader Soundbites.*School Leader Soundbites* is your essential podcast for navigating the complex world of K-12 leadership with confidence and clarity. Hosted by Veronica V. Sopher, a 25-year veteran in school public relations, this podcast delivers actionable insights and innovative strategies to elevate your school's marketing and communications efforts. Veronica V. Sopher is the strategic designer behind several award-winning marketing campaigns and has crafted winning bond and tax rate communications plans. With extensive experience in crisis management—including handling weapons and deaths on campus, natural disasters, and polarized political landscapes—Veronica is an expert passionate about public education as the great equalizer. Join Veronica as she shares her expertise and offers practical tips that will optimize your leadership and support your district's goals. Whether you're looking to enhance community engagement, improve transparency, or turn feedback into actionable results, *School Leader Soundbites* provides the tools and knowledge you need to succeed.Sponsored by K12 Insight, this podcast is more than just a resource—it's a catalyst for meaningful change. Discover how K12 Insight's solutions can strengthen relationships with parents, students, and staff, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration within your school community. Veronica is also available for consulting and public speaking, specializing in leadership development and executive coaching. Tune in and transform your leadership journey with insights that make a real difference.Find me at: https://www.veronicavsopher.com/Social: @VeronicaVSopher*About Our Sponsor:* K12 Insight partners with schools and districts to build stronger relationships with parents, students, and staff. They believe trust is the foundation of successful education and offer solutions designed to foster engagement, promote transparency, and turn feedback into actionable results. Want to explore how Let's Talk and K12 Insight's comprehensive suite of customer service solutions can amplify your school's efforts and strategic goals? Visit: go.k12insight.com/sopher

Making the most of your NSPRA experience with Curtis Campbell! https://www.nspraseattle.com/ School PR Podcast Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/SchoolPRpodcast Private School PR Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877 Twitter: @SchoolPRpodcast, @PeachjarINC, and @Nicholsstrat National Communications Internship Collab Signup: https://forms.gle/QbouPNHWrBKWJzEE8 https://peachjar.com/  https://nicholsstrategies.com/

Henrico County Public Schools' Communications Division recently earned eight awards from the National School Public Relations Association in its 2024 awards program. “This national recognition demonstrates our commitment to engaging families and stakeholders by telling the story of our Henrico schools and community in wide-ranging and creative ways,” said Amy Cashwell, superintendent. “I am so proud of our talented communications professionals.” The awards were announced earlier this week, and the school division will be recognized during an in-person ceremony at the NSPRA 2024 National Seminar in July. The division won in the following categories: • Award of Excellence – Henrico...Article LinkSupport the Show.

Henrico County Public Schools' Communications Division recently earned eight awards from the National School Public Relations Association in its 2024 awards program. “This national recognition demonstrates our commitment to engaging families and stakeholders by telling the story of our Henrico schools and community in wide-ranging and creative ways,” said Amy Cashwell, superintendent. “I am so proud of our talented communications professionals.” The awards were announced earlier this week, and the school division will be recognized during an in-person ceremony at the NSPRA 2024 National Seminar in July. The division won in the following categories: • Award of Excellence – Henrico...Article LinkSupport the Show.

In this AASA Radio episode, Dave Schuler, the executive director of AASA, focuses on mental health awareness in educational settings. Our distinguished guests include Superintendents Shari Camhi (Baldwin, N.Y.), Tobin Novasio (Hardin, Mont.) as well as Paul Imhoff and Ann Levett discussing initiatives in their respective districts aimed at improving student and staff mental health. Programs range from school mindfulness and wellness centers to parent engagement initiatives and partnerships with mental health organizations. The episode highlights the importance of developing relationships, creating supportive ecosystems, and integrating mental health awareness into the educational framework. Follow on Twitter: @AnnLPGA @tsnovasio@AASAHQ @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd@tsnovasio Dr. Paul Imhoff has been a public educator for over 30 years, earning his Bachelor's and Doctor of Education Degrees from Miami University and his Master's Degree from the University of Dayton. Imhoff was an Ohio superintendent for 16 years, serving the Mariemont Schools in Cincinnati, Ohio, and the Upper Arlington Schools in Columbus, Ohio. He was selected as the Ohio Superintendent of the Year in 2018 and was the President of AASA in 2021/2022. Currently, Imhoff serves as the Director of Government Relations for the Buckeye Association of School Administrators, Ohio's Superintendent Association. In addition, Imhoff is active in the AASA Leadership Network, leading the Mental Health Cohort and the Eastern States Consortium, and is a veteran of the Ohio Army National Guard. Dr. M. Ann Levett of AASA is a career educator who has served at every level in education, from teacher to Superintendent to School Board member in K-12 education, and in faculty and administrative positions in higher education. Tobin Novasio is in their first year as superintendent at Hardin Public Schools in south central Montana and 18 years as a superintendent in Montana. President of Montana Rural Education Association, AASA Mental Health Cohort Steering Committee member, Hope Squad National Advisory Board member, Cook Center for Human Connections Advisory Council and participant in inaugural AASA/JED Foundation District Comprehensive Approach cohort. Dr. Shari L. Camhi is the superintendent of Baldwin School District and past president of the National School Superintendent's Association (AASA). She also serves on the National Assessment Governing Board. With more than 30 years' experience in both education and business, Dr. Camhi has received numerous accolades and recognition for her innovative contributions to K-12 instruction, including Education Week's “Leaders to Learn From,” NSPRA's “New Superintendent to Watch,” Education Dive's “Administrators to Watch.” David Schuler is a highly experienced, successful and well-regarded educational leader. He was a superintendent for 22 years prior to taking on the Executive Director role at AASA. He has served in rural, urban and suburban settings, including 17 years as superintendent of High School District 214, Illinois' largest high school system.

Sorry for the delay on release of this episode! We knew we wanted to end our season on a high note with a great conversation over the research done by School CEO and NSPRA about School PR's role "at the decision table" in the district's they serve. Justin is joined by Brittany Keil from SchoolCEO to talk all about the data! Thanks for being here!

Breaking down the Barbie movie, CalSPRA conference, NSPRA, and a lot more. School PR Podcast Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/SchoolPRpodcast Private School PR Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877 Twitter: @SchoolPRpodcast, @PeachjarINC, @Soundmindapp, and @Nicholsstrat National Communications Internship Collab Signup: https://forms.gle/QbouPNHWrBKWJzEE8 https://peachjar.com/  https://nicholsstrategies.com/ https://www.soundmind.app/

Becca is joined by one of NSPRA's Golden Achievement Award Winners, Jacqueline Paul, Director of Communications with Jurupa Unified School District in California. Jaqueline shares some of the creative approaches her HR and Communications team collaborated on to get GREAT results in staff recruitment! Enjoy!

On this episode of the Ed Branding Podcast we are thrilled to welcome Jessica Hull, who serves as the Executive Director of Communications and Community Engagement at Roseville City School District and is the current President of the California School Public Relations Association. Jessica was recognized by  the National School Public Relations Association as the Front-Runner of the Southwest Region. NSPRA Front-Runners are members identified by the NSPRA Executive Board as emerging leaders who are doing outstanding work for their schools, their chapters and for NSPRA. This national distinction is only awarded to four association members each year, representing the seven NSPRA regions on a rotating basis.XRoseville City School DistrictJessica Hull CommunicationsCALSPRANSPRAWe'd love to hear from our listeners!Connect with Dr. Renae Bryant:TwitterInstagramLinkedInConnect with Lynette White:ConnectEDTwitterInstagramLinkedInLynette White

In Episode 44 of #SchoolPR DriveTime, we will hear from Superintendent Jason Manuel and Kate Crowder, Communications Supervisor both of Germantown Municipal School District in Tennessee. Mr. Manuel was selected as the recipient of the NSPRA 2023 Communication Technology Award for Superintendents. The award recognizes one district leader annually for leadership in redefining, upgrading, and integrating cutting-edge communication technology to improve and expand outreach and engagement with internal and external education stakeholders. In this conversation, we want to learn more about these efforts, their effectiveness, and how they can be duplicated in other school systems. Thanks to Rhodes Branding for their support of School PR Drive Time. Music: "Hip Jazz," bensound.com, all other content ©2023, NCSPRA'

In today's episode, we are tackling the topic of earning a seat at the leadership table within your organization. Whether you are the communications director or a valued member of the team, are you all part of high level decision making and are you in a position to provide your unique PR and stakeholder engagement perspective when high level conversations are happening? Our guests are Cindy Warner, APR, NSPRA's Southeast Region Vice President, and Shayla Cannady, fellow NCSPRA board member and Chief Communications Officer for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Thanks to Rhodes Branding for their support of School PR Drive Time. Music: "Hip Jazz," bensound.com, all other content ©2023, NCSPRA

It's a school turnaround story unlike any other! School PR Podcast Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/SchoolPRpodcast Private School PR Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877 Twitter: @SchoolPRpodcast, @PeachjarINC, @Soundmindapp, and @Nicholsstrat National Communications Internship Collab Signup: https://forms.gle/QbouPNHWrBKWJzEE8 https://peachjar.com/  https://nicholsstrategies.com/ https://www.soundmind.app/

Becca Lathem, the new co-host of the School PR Happy Hour podcast, interviews Trent Allen, the soon to be incoming president of NSPRA. Trent is the Chief of Staff at San Juan Unified School District. He discusses various topics, including his background in school PR, his journey from tech PR to education PR, the recent launch of a new logo and style guide, and his role as the incoming president of NSPRA. The two also spend time talking about next year's big event Seattle! Thanks for joining us!

In today's episode, we are exploring the topic of Communications Audits- why do they matter, how do you do one, and how can audits make us more effective communicators? Our guests today are NSPRA's Associate Director Mellissa Braham, APR, and Communication Audit Surveys Manager, Naomi Hunter, APR. Learn more: https://www.nspra.org/PR-Resources/Request-a-Communication-Audit Today's episode is sponsored by Peachjar Music: "Hip Jazz," www.bensound.com, all other content © 2023, NCSPRA

Do you need a pep talk as we start the new school year? This is it! No one, not even me, has as much energy and passion for school communications as Ashley-Michelle Thublin, APR!What is your focus this school year? Enrollment, crisis communication, AI, or involving students in your storytelling? We cover it all in this episode!If you would like more support in your role, consider attending the NSPRA seminar in July 2024. It's like a family reunion where you get to connect with “your people.”Staying on top of social media is challenging, but Ashley-Michelle shares how she uses the scheduling feature to stay ahead of the game.SPECIAL GUESTAshley-Michelle Thublin, APRDirector of Strategic and Crisis CommunicationsDublin City Schools, GeorgiaEmail: amt@dcsirish.com Twitter: @amthublinWebsite: https://www.dcsirish.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcsirish Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dublincityschoolsirish USEFUL INFORMATIONOrder 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/MORE RESOURCESFree Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools!Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click herewww.SocialSchool4EDU.com

Lots to learn and discuss in this episode! School PR Podcast on IG @SchoolPRpodcast National Communications Internship Collab Signup: https://forms.gle/QbouPNHWrBKWJzEE8 Private School PR Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877 Twitter: @SchoolPRpodcast, @PeachjarINC, @Soundmindapp, and @Nicholsstrat https://peachjar.com/  https://nicholsstrategies.com/ https://www.soundmind.app/

  Andrea Gribble - Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies and Ideas to Celebrate Your Students and Staff - While Keeping Your Sanity. This is episode 572 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. Andrea's passion is helping schools recognize their daily awesomeness and sharing that story with the world. To date, she has trained more than 3,000 school communicators through webinars, workshops, and in-person speaking events.  She is a frequent presenter at the annual NSPRA seminar and appears at state chapters and other school marketing associations throughout the year. She's built a team that celebrates hundreds of schools across the country!  #SocialSchool4EDU provides full social media management and runs a vibrant online community that provides ongoing professional development for school social media champions. She also hosts a weekly podcast, “Mastering Social Media for Schools”, and is the author of the book “Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies & Ideas for Celebrating Your Students & Staff - While Keeping Your Sanity.” Lots to learn. Lots to think about. Before you go... Could you do me a favor? Please go to my website at https://www.stevenmiletto.com/reviews/ or open the podcast app that you are listening to me on, and would you rate and review the podcast? That would be so cool. Thanks! If you are listening on Apple Podcasts on your phone, go to the logo - click so that you are on the main page with a listing of the episodes for my podcast and scroll to the bottom. There you will see a place to rate and review. Could you review me? That would be so cool. Thank you! Hey, I've got another favor...could you share the podcast with one of your friends, colleagues, and family members? Hmmm? What do you think? Thank you! Thanks for sharing! Thanks for listening! Connect & Learn More: https://socialschool4edu.com/ @SocialSchool4EDU YouTube https://www.instagram.com/socialschool4edu/ https://www.facebook.com/SocialSchool4EDU/ https://twitter.com/andreagribble Length - 51:53  

*Note that this episode was recorded before Blackboard and Finalsite merged. This NSPRA Award was originally co-sponsored by Blackboard. In today's episode, we will hear from Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton, Chief of Staff and Clerk to the Board, Dr. Angie Smith, and Dr. Chris Vail, Director of Communications for Chesapeake Public Schools in Virginia. Dr. Cotton was selected as the recipient of the NSPRA 2022 Communication Technology Award for Superintendents. The award, presented by NSPRA in partnership with Blackboard, recognizes one district leader annually for leadership in redefining, upgrading and integrating cutting-edge communication technology to improve and expand outreach and engagement with internal and external education stakeholders. Today we want to learn more about these efforts, their effectiveness, and how they can be duplicated in other school systems. Today's episode is sponsored by Finalsite. Music: "Hip Jazz," www.bensound.com, all other content © 2023, NCSPRA

Everything to help you prepare for the upcoming NSPRA annual conference in St. Louis! From what to wear to sessions offered and what's new this year! Plus, how to convince your boss to let you go!  Register at NSPRA.org! School PR Podcast on IG @SchoolPRpodcast National Communications Internship Collab Signup: https://forms.gle/QbouPNHWrBKWJzEE8 Private School PR Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877 Twitter: @SchoolPRpodcast, @PeachjarINC, @Soundmindapp, and @Nicholsstrat https://peachjar.com/  https://nicholsstrategies.com/ https://www.soundmind.app/

You might feel alone in your role as a school communicator, but you don't need to! Today's episode uncovers all of the wonderful opportunities available to you through an NSPRA membership.Are you frustrated with reporting impersonating accounts or other inappropriate content on social media platforms that impact your students? Learn about the program NSPRA has with CoSN to talk directly with social media companies.There is so much offered to NSPRA members. Melissa breaks down the primary programs, including webinars, resources, forums, and more.Want to meet Melissa and me in St. Louis this summer? Join us at the NSPRA Seminar! Melissa explains what this event includes and why you should consider signing up.SPECIAL GUESTMelissa McConnellManager, Professional Development and Member EngagementNSPRAEmail: mmcconnell@nspra.org Twitter: @EdPRMackWebsite: www.nspra.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSPRAssociation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natlschoolpr Twitter: @NSPRA Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-school-public-relations-association/ USEFUL INFORMATIONLearn all about membership benefits and how to join - click here!Meet us in St. Louis - NSPRA 2023 National Seminar informationSchedule a time to chat with Melissa - click here!MORE RESOURCESFree Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools!Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click herewww.SocialSchool4EDU.com

Justin is joined by one of his favorite people in the world, Tracy Jentz, APR to talk about mentoring and reverse mentoring. During this episode, you will learn about a new service that NSPRA offers that can help match you with the perfect mentor or mentee! We hope you enjoy this episode and we will be back on January 15 after a few weeks off with our families! Happy Holidays, School PR!

COSN AND NSPRA :A SOCIAL MEDIA SURVEY REPORT  on CONTROLLING THE SCHOOL DISTRICT MESSAGING IN SOCIAL MEDIA.We welcome Keith Krueger and Barbara Hunter, Executive Directors of the organizations.  More at www.nspra.org/k12verify

COSN AND NSPRA :A SOCIAL MEDIA SURVEY REPORT  on CONTROLLING THE SCHOOL DISTRICT MESSAGING IN SOCIAL MEDIA.We welcome Keith Krueger and Barbara Hunter, Executive Directors of the organizations.  More at www.nspra.org/k12verify

Public schools across the country are facing divisive communities. As the communications person in your district who is so passionate about this job, it's hard not to take it personally.Julie has extensive experience in this arena and shares how she has survived the personal attacks. She shares many tips to help you.It's time to get back to building relationships, telling stories, and focusing on the people who love and support our school districts. A key to thriving in your role as a school communicator is to network! You are never alone. Organizations like TSPRA and NSPRA have been a lifeline for Julie. She also is active in the free Twitter group #K12PRchat. Her former district was a part of the #SocialSchool4EDU membership program, as well. All of these serve as helpful resources to survive the challenges of school communications.SPECIAL GUESTJulie Thannum, APRSenior Strategist (with more than 30 years of experience in school PR)CESO Communications, MinnesotaEmail: julie.thannum@theceso.com Twitter: @juliethannum    Website: https://theceso.com/communications/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CESOcomm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cesocomm/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecesohttps://twitter.com/CESOcomm  USEFUL INFORMATIONJoin in the free networking group - #K12PRchatLearn more about NSPRA and state chapters at this link: https://www.nspra.org/nspra-chapters Interested in our membership program? Learn more here: https://socialschool4edu.com/ MORE RESOURCESFree Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools!Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click herewww.SocialSchool4EDU.com

Justin is joined by Christy McGee, APR to talk about the important work of NSPRA's APR Committee.

Join us at the premiere conference for school communicators this summer - NSPRA 2022 National Seminar happening in Chicago on July 17-20, 2022. Consider this your personal invitation! Discover thought-provoking keynotes, best-practice sessions and exciting networking opportunities when you attend in person at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Hotel or online via the virtual event platform.IN THIS EPISODE, BARBARA SHARES:What the NSPRA National Seminar is and who should attendSeveral exciting changes to help enhance the seminar experienceWhy the best part of the seminar may not be the sessions themselvesHow to ask your school for funding for this eventSPECIAL GUESTBarbara Hunter, APRExecutive DirectorNational School Public Relations AssociationEmail: bhunter@nspra.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/NSPRA_ED Website: https://www.nspra.org/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSPRAssociation/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nspra  USEFUL INFORMATIONRegister now for the NSPRA seminar! https://www.nspra.org/national-seminarWant to check out our Social Media Bootcamp? Visit this website: https://socialschool4edu.com/services/bootcamp/ Interested in our membership program? Learn more here: https://socialschool4edu.com/ MORE RESOURCESFree Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools!Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click herewww.SocialSchool4EDU.com

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 comfort of your device! IN THIS EPISODE, MELANIE DISCUSSES:How she manages social media for her district of 43 schools The audiences her district reaches on its various social media platformsHow her district won over a divisive community with a unique approach to graduation in 2020Four secrets that have worked well (and will for you, too) to increase engagement on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedInSPECIAL GUESTMelanie GonzalezDigital Media Coordinator & Social Media ManagerCabarrus County Schools, North CarolinaEmail: melanie.gonzalez@cabarrus.k12.nc.us  Twitter: https://twitter.com/MelanieSchoolPR   Website: https://www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cabcoschools Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cabcoschools    Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/cabcoschools  USEFUL INFORMATIONGraduation Coverage Notes for #CabCoGrads20Melanie's creative post about the NCAA Final Four game between Duke and North Carolina: click here.Sign up for our Ignite Your Instagram Challenge - but hurry - must sign up by 4/21/22. Challenge ends on 4/22/22.MORE RESOURCESFree Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools!Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click herewww.SocialSchool4EDU.com

Teachers routinely say one of the main things they are looking for in a principal is communication. But that's a BIG topic, so what exactly does that mean?! Christy and Karen tackle just that on this week's pod episode. We share resources from NSPRA as well as from our own experiences in the job. We go into the different ways principals communicate, and it's not just through what we say. Join us this week!

SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMUNICATION TRENDS IN 2022 .....NSPRA, The National School Public Relations Association's two top people join us: Executive Director Barbara Hunter and president Nicole Kirby who, in her spare time, is Communications Director for  Park Hill School District in KCMO FOR MORE ON EQUITY VISIT ACE-ED.ORG. FOR MORE ON SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING, VISIT SELTODAY.ORG Did you know you can subscribe to Education Talk Radio on Apple Podcasts? Find us on your device & add us to your library of shows! https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id403710198

Starting her career as a journalist before moving into school public relations, Lesley Bruinton quickly realized that many schools don't know how to utilize or value their communications and public relations professionals.So she set out to discover how she could use her skills and experience as a communicator to effect change for students and families in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Recognizing herself as a content specialist, Bruinton incorporates strategic communications into her work, focusing on the four-step process of Research, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation. This has helped Bruinton streamline her work and build capacity in others to be effective communicators. In this episode of SchoolCEO Conversations, Bruinton shares her thoughts on the field of school communications, the role that PR professionals can and should play in schools, and how they can help leaders in times of transition.To learn more about  NSPRA, the National School Public Relations Association, check them out on Twitter @NSPRA or find your local chapter at nspra.org. Lesley Bruinton, A.P.R. (@lesleybruinton)Tuscaloosa City Schools ( @TCSBoardofEd)Subscribe to SchoolCEO at SchoolCEO.com for more advice, stories, and strategies for leading your schools. And if you have a story you'd like to share, email us at editor@schoolceo.com.

an NSPRA show :SCHOOL/COMMUNITY COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE SUPERINTENDENTS POINT OF VIEW...Joining NSPRA Executive Director Barbara Hunter is the Superintendent of Frederick County (VA) Public Schools, Dr. Dave Sovine  CLICK THRU AND JOIN THE PREK-12 CONSORTIUM FOR EQUITY, FREE TO EDUCATORS AND ENJOY OUR ONLINE JOURNAL ON SITE 'EQUITY & ACCESS

SCHOOL / COMMUNITY COMMUNICATIONS : NEW LEADERSHIP AT NSPRA : Our great friend Rich Bagin is retiring at Executive Director after 29 years and he will be introducing us to the new Executive Director Barbara Hunter. WE'll miss ya Rich....and welcome Barbara. School Communications...how important these days...should be a great show CLICK THRU AND JOIN THE PREK 12 EQUITY CONSORTIUM, FREE TO EDUCATORS AT ACE-ED.ORG

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR  DISTRICT LEADERS IN SCHOOL COMMUNICATION :This has never been more important than during this time of education change and crisis. Proper and effective internal and external communications matter  now more than ever. Listen to NSPRA's Rich Bagin, Melissa Braham and Jennifer Alexander. Believe me, they know of what they speak. FREE TO EDUCATORS ... JOIN THE AMERICAN CONSORTIUM FOR EQUITY IN EDUCATION PreK-12 AT WWW.ACE-ED.ORG GREAT NEWS AND INFO  ON EQUITY AND ACCESS . MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD IF YOU WISH AND ENJOY YOUR  INCLUDED SUBSCRIPTION TO OUR OFFICIAL JOURNAL  "AC&E: Equity & Access PreK-12 "

SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS NOW!!!  Again, need I say more??? A very important show from NSPRA  with Executive Director Rich Bagin and NSPRA President Kelly Avants, she of Clovis CA schools

SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMUNICATIONS AND THE WORK OF NSPRA: Every school district should be  at their July Conference . NSPRA  leaders Rich Bagin and  Melissa Braham will tell you why. Learn more and plan for July.

At the heart of any community is support and creatives are no different. Episode 15 redefines what community is and how online and social have changed everything about it. In this episode, Michelle and Steve share what their own communities have meant to their professional growth, and discuss how communities can help push our limits, provide support, breed new ideas, hold us accountable and more.

NSPRA's Rich Bagin and Beth Pernerewski join us.  School Communications these days need to be run by a pro. Learn about the upcoming July conference...a MUST FOR EVERY SCHOOL DISTRICT in an age of family engagement, Equity and events that can shake us all.

NSPRA's Rich Bagin and Beth Pernerewski join us.  School Communications these days need to be run by a pro. Learn about the upcoming July conference...a MUST FOR EVERY SCHOOL DISTRICT in an age of family engagement, Equity and events that can shake us all.

an NSPRA show..SCHOOL PR  COMBATING NEGATIVE PERCEPTIONS, 1 #TWEETCHER AT A TIME..Rich Bagin, Executive Director and special guest  Greg Curchetta of Collier County FL schools. We'll learn together what in heck a 'tweetcher' is !!!

an NSPRA show..SCHOOL PR  COMBATING NEGATIVE PERCEPTIONS, 1 #TWEETCHER AT A TIME..Rich Bagin, Executive Director and special guest  Greg Curchetta of Collier County FL schools. We'll learn together what in heck a 'tweetcher' is !!!

THE RIGHT SCHOOL PR IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER :Director of Communications Nicole Kirby of Park Hill Schools in MO  is joined by Rich Bagin of NSPRA.

THE RIGHT SCHOOL PR IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER :Director of Communications Nicole Kirby of Park Hill Schools in MO  is joined by Rich Bagin of NSPRA.

THE EVER CHANGING WORLD OF  SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS with Tim Carroll, CIO of Allen (TX) ISD & Rich Bagin of NSPRA

WHY EVERY DISTRICT NEEDS A PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER Rich Bagin of NSPRA is back with  Jason Gaston , the Public and Media Relations Coordinator for the Hoover, AL school district.Find out what the role truly entails on a daily basis

WHY EVERY DISTRICT NEEDS A PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER Rich Bagin of NSPRA is back with  Jason Gaston , the Public and Media Relations Coordinator for the Hoover, AL school district.Find out what the role truly entails on a daily basis