Effective Communication Structures

San Bernardino City Unified School District Demonstration Teachers speak about the importance of parent and teacher communication, and offer practical suggestions on how this can can be accomplished.

“To effectively communicate, we must realize that we are all different in the way we perceive the world and use this understanding as a guide to our communication with others.”

Anthony Robbins

Crowdsource Workshops on Effective Communication Structures

Upcoming Crowdsource Workshops

Mastering Communication for a Thriving School Community
Workshop Date:
April 16, 2025

Mastering Communication for a Thriving School Community

Effective communication is the cornerstone of a thriving school community. It’s the bridge that connects staff, students, families, and the wider community, fostering collaboration and a shared sense of purpose. Yet, navigating both formal and informal communication channels can be a complex task …
Communication Strategies for Equity and Shared Vision

Communication Strategies for Equity and Shared Vision

This workshop tackles the vital role of communication in fostering equity and a shared vision for student readiness. We’ll explore how to design communication structures that prioritize reaching and meeting the needs of students furthest from opportunity, while simultaneously strengthening your school’s identity and reinforcing a shared vision for success …
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Toolkit Resources for Effective Communication Structures

Supporting Family Engagement: Tools & Resources to Keep Families Connected

Supporting Family Engagement: Tools & Resources to Keep Families Connected

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Developing a plan for family engagement may be the first …
Celebrate Community Efforts Along the Journey

Celebrate Community Efforts Along the Journey

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Since the end result may not be realized for some …
A group of educators smile while looking at documents together inside a classroom with a paper tree on the back wall.

Monday Morning Wins: Staff Newsletters Support and Connect the School Community

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To support her school staff, a principal developed a weekly …
Executive Briefing Protocol: The 4 Thinking Styles You Must Consider

Executive Briefing Protocol: The 4 Thinking Styles You Must Consider

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Learn the four thinking styles that you commonly encounter in …

Reflection Prompts for School Leaders

  • Which groups within your school community are contributing to regular communication at school?
  • Who is listening and responding to communication?
  • What groups currently are not represented in current communication? Who is not being served by current communication channels and why?
  • What are the missed opportunities for students to own the message around the school’s vision for readiness and identity? How can students be given more opportunities to learn from and communicate with peers and families regularly?

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