Communications: Page 2

Op-ed

Lessons for closing schools: Face the challenge, prioritize students, be honest

Center on Reinventing Public Education

A handful of proven, evidence-based guidelines to help minimize the pain and maximize the possibility that more kids will get a better education

Student Success

OKCPS superintendent, District Attorney Vicki Behenna team up to fight absenteeism

Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation

The focused plan, which included attendance advocates, incentives, regular monitoring and other strategies, has contributed to improvements in student attendance.

Student Success

Houston ISD holds phone bank event to improve retention and boost graduation rates

Sunrise Center volunteers reached out to students who have either dropped out or were not registered for the new school year, communicating what resources are available to help them continue to graduation.

Operations

When closing or consolidating schools, district leaders are finding ways to reduce conflict and boost morale

Clear communication, parental involvement, and reframing the conversation can help to reduce the pain of making these difficult decisions.