Maximizing the reach and impact of district and school communications

Joined September 2023
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Budget cuts are real; but strong family partnerships don’t have to cost a thing. Here are 3 low-cost strategies schools can use now: 1️⃣ Two-way comms 2️⃣ Early family-teacher connection 3️⃣ Tap into family culture & stories More here: bit.ly/3GRzTde #FamilyEngagement
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School districts are facing major 2025–26 budget pressure as $6B in federal funds are frozen. Cuts to after-school, EL programs, & staff are already happening. Here’s how districts are responding what leaders can do next: bit.ly/44NOJdI #education #familyengagement

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Why do low-income families often change phone numbers? 📵 Service interruptions 🏠 Housing instability 📦 Prepaid plans 🔒 Safety & privacy If schools rely on calls/texts alone, families may miss critical info. Multi-channel comms = more reliable. #edtech #k12 #familyengagement
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Great opinion piece in @The74 from Vito Borrello of @NAFSCE on goings on in the Federal Government. It is frightening to think of the knowledge that may be lost as the DoE is dismantled without a knowledge transfer plan. This is consulting 101. #familyengagement
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You asked and we are listening! Every week, we are going to be sharing out successes in #familyengagement - whether it be at the district, school, classroom, or family level. So please send us your successes to share with others! Let's all learn and celebrate together.
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Just a reminder to check in with your families this week.
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Your district/school relies on SMS for quick communication, but what if messages don’t reach the right people? Incorrect contact info means families miss critical updates.Are you ensuring messages are delivered securely? bit.ly/40NRSqO #EdTech #SchoolCommunication #K12
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Great family engagement survey from @FamilyELab
Fewer than 40% of teachers report feeling adequately trained for engaging families. Fortunately, we know that targeted training can build the teacher capacity to engage in high-impact #FamilyEngagement. Read about what it will take to close this gap: ow.ly/UjUy50T2uQQ
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Survey data from @y2analytics: 96% of parents believe they are very or somewhat involved in their child’s education. Teachers think only 63% believe this to be true. More shocking: 58% of parents think they are very involved while only 7% of teachers believe this to be true.
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Looking forward to two amazing webinars
Lots of learning opportunities tomorrow, September 27th! Learn at lunch with THE Dr. Roz with @Successfulinc , and learn at dinner with Family Engagement Solutions powered by @NationalPTA! Twice the learning in 1 day! ⬇️
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Data from your communications/family engagement solutions are key. Used correctly, these solutions enable you to best manage the dialogue in your district and school community. How do you use your data today? #familyengagement #education #Communications
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How schools can go the extra mile to reduce absenteeism? An excellent article from @WestEd edsource.org/?page_id=718876 via @edsource

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Districts and schools: Are you maximizing the value you get from your family engagement solutions? September IS the best time to get families connected to your chose solution(s). Once connected, you have a simple way to communicate both to and with your families
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