Five ways to show communications leadership this school year
With a new school year underway, it’s a great time to set goals as a leader. Here are five ways you can show communications leadership this school year.
Read More »Highlighting your School District’s New Talent
Welcoming new staff talent into a school district is an exciting time that calls for proper recognition and celebration.
Read More »Finding Common Grounds at NSPRA 2024
Celebrating and learning with our school PR colleagues in Bellevue, Wa.
Read More »Website Updates That Build Back-to-School Trust
Website updates are a critical way schools can build trust with their audience. Follow these tips to update your site this back-to-school season.
Read More »Nichols Strategies Announces New Vice President
The award-winning Emily Popek, APR, brings a breadth of experience as the newly appointed Vice President of Strategic Communications for Nichols Strategies. Emily’s background in news, coupled with eight years of experience working with school district leaders, provides her with a wealth of knowledge for leadership at Nichols Strategies. She holds a bachelor’s degree from […]
Read More »Accessible School Communications: Four Tips to Try Today
This Global Accessibility Awareness Day, try these four tips to help you achieve accessible school communications.
Read More »Happy School Communicators Day: Why School PR is Important
Amidst the complexities of the educational ecosystem, effective communication is the cornerstone of success. School communications and public relations serves as the bridge between school districts and the wider community. The pivotal role of strong communicators in the school system shapes perceptions, fosters trust, and drives positive incomes for the district, making school communications an […]
Read More »Sharpen Your Image: Managing a School Brand Refresh
Your school brand is the face you show to the world. Know when to refresh your brand, or when it's time for a complete overhaul.
Read More »Have you heard? Managing the flow of information
When something important happens, we care a great deal about how we find out. School leaders have a responsibility to bear this in mind when breaking news to your school community. But how do you decide whom to tell, and when and how to tell them?
Read More »You, Me, I, or We? Finding Your Voice
Education leaders are responsible for a variety of messages. Some messages are straightforward and businesslike, while others require more nuance. But a key part of how we set the tone comes from how we address our audience.
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