#SchoolPR Insights
Commentary on school communications, marketing, public relations, referendum planning
and crisis communications from the team at the Donovan Group.
Addressing Fear in the Aftermath of School Violence
In several of the states we serve, last week was especially difficult for students, parents, staff and others in light of the various threats and instances of school violence that have taken place. When something terrible happens in a school or in our larger...
You’ve Got a Plan in Pennsylvania
If you’re a superintendent or school board director in Pennsylvania, you’ve got plans. The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) requires all school districts to complete a Comprehensive Planning Process every three years. The PDE describes it as “a continuous...
Great Communication Helps School Districts Build Trust in Their Communities
A national survey of 500 educational leaders suggests that nearly all aspire to build trust with their stakeholders, but too few are confident in their school districts’ ability to deliver on that goal. The 2019 State of K-12 Customer Experience survey was conducted...
Liam Goldrick Starts a New Chapter Serving Public Schools
By Liam Goldrick, Associate Donovan Group I sincerely believe that public schools are among the most important institutions in our nation. They are the center of our communities. They represent a caring and safe place for our children to learn and grow. They are our...
School District Surveys Offer Great Opportunities for Two-Way Communication
Beyond collecting data and feedback, surveys can actually help school leaders communicate with their stakeholders. As a school district leader, you are likely familiar with the value a survey can provide for gathering feedback from your stakeholders on a variety of...