Insights from Experts
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Communicating Effectively during a Crisis
by Greg Varner- 0 replies
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Communication is always important; however, during times of change or crisis, communication is critical. To ensure the right engagement within the community is created schools need to leverage people, processes, and tools. The right approach and effective tools, such as an App, can be helpful in creating an environment where the community is positive, confident, and supportive. Below are insights from schools all over the world: Specific, trusted, and frequent communication Establish a vision of what the school is going to do and what is planned to achieve it – the school needs to be nimble and flexible adapting to the situation when moving forward…
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Communicating to Parents
by Greg Varner- 0 replies
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A few schools that are in the process of reopening have provided some insights. Change is not always welcomed but, in this situation, everyone understands that change is necessary. Lessons learned from these schools include the following insights on how to structure and deliver communication: Provide facts: state what you know do not speculate must be a trusted voice Outline the impact to the community and staff: be specific on what is impacted such as entry, staggered entry, limits on class size, cleaning, behavior like social distancing, etc. the school needs to be nimble and flexible adapting to the situation when moving forw…
