* Communication at my school is strong, and I'm not sure what I would consider that is "Out of the Box" but the list below contains items I feel are important (although not new for the most part).
* Communication with parents from the administration and teachers will be prompt, clear, and factual. This applies to any daily concerns as well as in cases of emergencies (email, phone calls, the "Classroom" platform, Iris (communication system).
* In difficult situations respond to parents with empathy. Listen to them. Hear them. I find this goes a long way in resolving issues. I always remember what a former principal said, "Remember, you are talking about someone's child, and there but for the grace of God..."
* A stronger social media presence is essential, and it would be helpful to have one person designated to coordinate social media posts and the like.
* This is certainly not new, but we don't currently have anything in place...
For example, "Friday mornings with...(the principal)."
Come chat, enjoy coffee and treats, and share concerns and/or news, ask questions etc.
This is usually done regularly on an informal basis but having a designated time might help to make everyone feel like they have a voice.
* Finally, video announcements from our students might be fun and can be coordinated with our technology teacher.
* Communication with parents from the administration and teachers will be prompt, clear, and factual. This applies to any daily concerns as well as in cases of emergencies (email, phone calls, the "Classroom" platform, Iris (communication system).
* In difficult situations respond to parents with empathy. Listen to them. Hear them. I find this goes a long way in resolving issues. I always remember what a former principal said, "Remember, you are talking about someone's child, and there but for the grace of God..."
* A stronger social media presence is essential, and it would be helpful to have one person designated to coordinate social media posts and the like.
* This is certainly not new, but we don't currently have anything in place...
For example, "Friday mornings with...(the principal)."
Come chat, enjoy coffee and treats, and share concerns and/or news, ask questions etc.
This is usually done regularly on an informal basis but having a designated time might help to make everyone feel like they have a voice.
* Finally, video announcements from our students might be fun and can be coordinated with our technology teacher.