Alternative Graduation Ideas to Celebrate the Class of 2020

For most high schools across the country, holding a traditional in-person graduation ceremony is looking less feasible by the day. Although some states’ shelter-in-place orders may be lifted or relaxed by late May or early June, it might not be safe for large groups of people to gather for commencement. This leaves an entire class…

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As School Leaders Make Big Decisions this Spring, Summer and Fall, Communication Will Be Critical

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused enormous disruptions for school districts across the United States. With little notice, school and district leaders have had to address a wide range of challenges related to delivering online instruction, providing meals to students, ensuring board meetings can proceed and deciding whether to cancel or postpone events. Most recently, we…

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Keeping Your Community Informed About Graduation During COVID-19

This spring, school and district leaders will need to make important decisions regarding their graduation ceremonies. Depending on where your district is located and the timing of the event, you may need to cancel or postpone commencement—or you may choose to hold a virtual event to avoid a large gathering. For most districts in the…

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