Listen "Back to School: Effectively Communicate Your District's Re-Opening Plan"
Episode Synopsis
When students return to school this fall, they will be entering an educational environment that is very different than the one they left in March. Undoubtedly, some of these changes will prove unpopular with some parents and community members. Effectively communicating these changes to all stakeholders, and remaining calm under pressure, are the keys to ensuring that new requirements and expectations are understood and followed.
Join us as we discuss the board’s role in communicating the district’s re-opening plans and how collaboration with the superintendent is the key to ensuring that all stakeholders are well-informed.
Host:
Mark Snyder, Leadership Development Manager
Guests:
Mark Kokanovich – Board President: Brighton Central School District
Dr. Kevin McGowan – Superintendent: Brighton Central School District
Six Tips for Smart School Boards: https://bit.ly/3j0haKD
More information about board roles and responsibilities: https://bit.ly/31cMSOS
Join us as we discuss the board’s role in communicating the district’s re-opening plans and how collaboration with the superintendent is the key to ensuring that all stakeholders are well-informed.
Host:
Mark Snyder, Leadership Development Manager
Guests:
Mark Kokanovich – Board President: Brighton Central School District
Dr. Kevin McGowan – Superintendent: Brighton Central School District
Six Tips for Smart School Boards: https://bit.ly/3j0haKD
More information about board roles and responsibilities: https://bit.ly/31cMSOS
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