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Advisory: ‘Opportunities for Advanced Coursework’ notification requirement takes effect July 1, 2024

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Advisory: ‘Opportunities for Advanced Coursework’ notification requirement takes effect July 1, 2024

To make sure families and students understand both the benefits and opportunities for advanced coursework, a new law will require school districts to notify families about their options.

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Explaining changes to the 2024-25 calendar to your school community

Communications & Engagement Portfolio

Explaining changes to the 2024-25 calendar to your school community

The 2024-25 school year calendar in New York includes new observances for public schools, a step toward a more inclusive experience for many children and families throughout the state.

Advisory: Gov. Hochul releases executive budget proposal

Portfolio Archive

Advisory: Gov. Hochul releases executive budget proposal

Gov. Kathy Hochul on Jan. 16 outlined her education initiatives as part of her proposed 2025 Executive Budget. While the 144-page budget proposal shows a 4.5 percent overall state spending increase over the current fiscal year, state education aid would

Featured Blog Posts & Portfolio Resources

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Collaborate with HR for better recruitment

Making hiring and recruitment go smoothly for everyone requires teamwork between human resources, communications, and district leaders.
Blog Archive, Blog Posts

Meeting expectations: Communicating with today’s families

How many times have you heard “I had no idea” from a member of your school community in response to a new budgetary expense, strategic initiative or programmatic change that you’ve spent months talking about and publicizing?
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Best practices for virtual community meetings

Tips to ensure your virtual meeting goes smoothly.