The School District PR Pros Podcast

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It is more important than ever that Directors of Communications, PR professionals, and PIOs at public school districts exchange ideas and discuss the fascinating challenges that face them every day. In this new age of ever emerging technologies and hot-button issues, the landscape of school district public relations is constantly changing.How do districts keep up with the latest trends, make the most of technology and stay prepared for the future? Dive into these issues and more with the School District PR Pros Podcast!

Episodes

  1. 06/10/2024

    Andrea Gribble - #SocialSchool4EDU

    In this episode of the School District PR Pros Podcast, I speak with Andrea Gribble about how school districts can make the most of their social media to better engage their students, parents and community. Support the show

    Andrea Gribble - #SocialSchool4EDU

  2. 03/22/2022

    Stephen Quintero - Adelanto Elementary School District

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    Stephen Quintero - Adelanto Elementary School District

  3. 02/27/2022

    Jake Finch - Simi Valley Unified School District

    Jake Finch is the PIO of Simi Valley Unified School District. Her background as a journalist has given her a unique perspective for her role at the district. Jake shares about a number of important topics, including some valuable insights for how to navigate challenging school board meetings. Support the show

    Jake Finch - Simi Valley Unified School District

  4. 04/01/2020

    Monica Carazo - Los Angeles USD

    Monica Carazo is one of six PIOs in the nation's second largest school district, Los Angeles USD. From to supporting the mental health needs of her students to dealing with surprise emergencies, Monica shares her unique experiences and offers some pieces of advice for smaller districts. Support the show

    Monica Carazo - Los Angeles USD

  5. 02/22/2019

    Gail Pinsker - Santa Monica-Malibu USD

    Gail Pinsker is the Community and Public Relations Officer for Santa Monica-Malibu USD. She has an inspiring philosophy on how to best maintain and improve communication in every corner of her district. Her community was recently afflicted with the Woolsey Fire which destroyed 1,500 homes and ravaged 97,000 acres. Gail explains how she handled this situation from a school district PR standpoint, and how she believes districts can best prepare for a similar situation. Support the show

    Gail Pinsker - Santa Monica-Malibu USD

  6. 02/22/2019

    Oliver Unaka - Pomona USD

    Oliver Unaka of Pomona USD speaks with us about the importance of "brand" for school districts. Coming from a background in the PR industry, he understands that brand is an extension of the trust that the community feels for the district. He also shares his personal sentiments for what a district's motivations should be regarding their communities and how to best serve them.  Support the show

    Oliver Unaka - Pomona USD

  7. 02/09/2019

    Nichole Pichardo - Brea-Olinda USD

    Nichole Pichardo of Brea-Olinda Unified speaks with us about why she sees her role as the "district storyteller". Coming from a background of commercial marketing, she brings her experience and perspective to the table for her district on a daily basis. She also shares with us a recent PR challenge regarding the name of one of her school districts, and her philosophy on handling tough situations like this. Support the show

    Nichole Pichardo - Brea-Olinda USD
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It is more important than ever that Directors of Communications, PR professionals, and PIOs at public school districts exchange ideas and discuss the fascinating challenges that face them every day. In this new age of ever emerging technologies and hot-button issues, the landscape of school district public relations is constantly changing.How do districts keep up with the latest trends, make the most of technology and stay prepared for the future? Dive into these issues and more with the School District PR Pros Podcast!

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