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Considering state and federal holidays, contingency days and weather closings when preparing the 2025-26 school calendar
The School Communications Portfolio provides information on the new law regarding extreme heat and communications considerations for the 2025-26 school year.
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It’s not as simple as clicking “send”
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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Private issues with public implications: Addressing student challenges in education
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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Required notifications for school districts (2024-25)
Updates to APR-ESSER fund reporting, foundation aid reporting, and idling buses on school grounds, as well as three new sections.
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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.
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Educate your community about the budget process
Share frequently asked questions, handouts and Portfolio’s “School Budgets Explained in 60 Seconds” video with voters
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The meaning of a mascot
Logos and mascots aren’t just for fun — they carry deep meaning within the school community. Changing your mascot is an opportunity to take a look at what your school stands for.
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Advisory: New lead testing requirements in effect
State water testing law has been amended for 2022-23, changing the time frame for testing and the action level for lead, among other changes.
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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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Advisory: Governor signs Holocaust education legislation
Communicate about requirements to provide Holocaust education in your district.
Recent blog posts
Recent Portfolio Releases
- Smart device ban in New York schools includes communication and engagement requirements
- Executive budget proposal includes 2% minimum Foundation Aid increase for schools
- Considering state and federal holidays, contingency days and weather closings when preparing the 2025-26 school calendar
- Prepare for a crisis before it occurs with internal resources for school leaders
- Advisory: Schools must notify parents ahead of safety drills