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If you’ve been a school leader for any length of time, you know that a crisis is bound to hit your district. Whether a swatting hoax like those that have plagued districts across multiple states over the past few months, or a gas leak, you also know that nearly every aspect of a crisis is […]

As we enter 2024, an important year with the presidential election on the horizon, school leaders must navigate these politically charged times with care. Let’s dive into some communication strategies to protect your school’s reputation amidst public government mistrust. Background: A Shifting Landscape A Pew Research Center survey from October 2022 revealed that there’s a

A new year is just around the corner. As a school leader, you’re most likely reflecting on your accomplishments from the past year and setting goals for the months ahead. Why not make one of those goals renewing your efforts to infuse hope and positivity into your school communications? After all, our words have the

As a school superintendent, establishing a strong personal brand is crucial for connecting with your community and gathering support for your district. Believe it or not, your enthusiasm for education is not the only thing you have to convey to your various stakeholders. Through our work with dozens of superintendents over the years, we know

School district newsletters are more than just sheets of paper or digital bulletins recapping the month’s happenings. They’re a direct line of communication between you—the leader—and your educational community. Well-crafted newsletters have the power to uplift, inform and unite. Here are the top five components of a district newsletter, and best practices for each: With

Embrace the Japanese Philosophy of Kaizen and Transform Your School Leadership Approach. This back-to-school season, step away from perfectionism and embrace the power of continuous improvement. Discover 5 strategies that will not only boost productivity but also enrich your educational journey. Let Kaizen guide you towards a happier, healthier, and more effective leadership style. Learn how to set attainable goals, celebrate achievements, foster curiosity, and seek guidance while prioritizing growth over perfection. Join us as we embark on a new school year, ready to embrace every learning opportunity that comes our way.

Imposter syndrome is the condition of feeling anxious and not experiencing success internally, despite being high-performing in external, objective ways. It can result in people feeling like a “fraud” or “a phony” and doubting their abilities.  There are three ways those suffering from imposter syndrome exhibit their condition, also known as the Three P’s: If

Whether you are convinced that social media is the place to be or you are on the fence, we’ve got the 411 on schools and social media.  Social media is part of our lives and it’s been that way for decades. In fact, next year will be 20 years since Facebook began. It’s an important

Did you know humans are now said to have a shorter attention span than a goldfish?! *Face-palm emoji, right?* Getting and keeping the attention of your staff, families and residents can be hard; but don’t stray away from doing what is right simply because it’s hard.  It’s important that your audiences (staff, families and residents)