Logo 101: Designing Your Best School Logo Yet
A school logo is an important visual representation of a school’s identity and values, showcasing what your school stands for to the community and beyond. Your logo is found on just about anything- from uniforms and office items to apparel, so you will want to be sure to get it right! Here are some […]
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Building Stronger Schools: The Importance of Community Engagement in School Districts
Building a strong community within a school district is vital for creating a positive and supportive learning environment for students. In addition, engaging with the community can bring a wealth of benefits for both the district and the community as a whole. First and foremost, community engagement helps build the district’s trust and support. When […]
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Glenn Robbins knows you only get one chance to make a first impression. So he checks his ego at the door and confidently walks into the room in his version of a power suit. That’s why people notice. Whether it’s an Elf on the Shelf suit, a leprechaun mascot suit, a patterned camouflage dress suit, […]
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Make Your Next Open House a Success!
First impressions go a long way, especially when it comes to the impression a school makes on the families of potential students. Open houses are an opportunity to show the community what makes your schools special, highlighting why families should invest in their students’ education at your school. Think from the perspective of a prospective […]
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Newsletter 101: Best Practices
When it comes to updating the community on all things school news, your newsletter is one of the main sources of information. While you want your audience to remain informed, overloading your newsletter with a heavy amount of text or too many images can be distracting. Balance is key! Ensure the messaging of your newsletter […]
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Actions Speak Louder Than Words
A superintendent’s to-do list is never complete. There’s always a new idea to consider. It’s no different for us at Nichols Strategies. This year, we are debuting a new website designed to help school leaders understand our services. Perhaps as a school leader, you’re thinking about ensuring your families and employees understand the brand promise […]
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Serving the Ring and Not the King (or Queen)
A wise mentor once counseled a frazzled school communicator to serve the ring and not the king. It was sage advice considering there had been changes in the superintendent’s office – ones that made the communicator anxious. Perhaps you’re new to the superintendency, or maybe you are onboarding a new communications professional. A clear understanding […]
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Effective Communication Across Your District
One shoe does not fit all when it comes to communicating important messages to school districts and families. In fact, better communication with families fosters relationships centered in trust, ultimately improving the student’s success. In the effort to bolster communication efforts for your community, evaluating the current systems in place and considering new ones is critical. […]
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It Takes a Village: Tackling Rising Childhood Obesity
Nutrition serves as the building blocks of a solid foundation, making the issue of childhood obesity, highlighted during the month of September, increasingly important to educators. Impacting one in six youth according to the National Children’s Health Survey, obesity disproportionately affects minorities as well as low-income students. Remaining innovative in solutions by collaborating with community […]
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Beating them to the Chase in a Crisis
When found in the center of controversial claims, sometimes, beating your accusers to the punch can mitigate the consequences. Known as the “stealing thunder” technique, this crisis communication strategy involves revealing the negative facts/information about yourself or a situation before it is mentioned by the opponent or other individuals. According to Science Direct, “Stealing thunder […]
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