Episode: 318 Jennifer Bode breaks down the exact fundraising formulas her small school uses to consistently run a high-impact gala. There’s a simple way to structure your auction (hint: fewer items = better results) that can instantly improve your fundraiser. Stop wasting time on ineffective promotion – learn which social media tactics actually drive attendance […]

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Episode: 317 In this deeply personal episode, Andrea is joined by her husband, Bill Gribble, to share both sides of her journey through anxiety and depression – and his perspective is such an important reminder that loved ones need support and guidance, too. Andrea opens up about what anxiety and depression really felt like behind […]

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Episode: 316 Dan O’Brien shares how NESPRA supports school communicators through professional development, networking, and practical training for today’s school PR challenges. Learn how Worcester Public Schools responded to an OCR accessibility complaint and used the experience to strengthen communication practices across the district. This episode explores why accessibility in school communications matters, from website […]

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Episode: 315 Today’s guest brings such a practical perspective for women in school leadership, especially when it comes to speaking up about your strengths, advocating for your work, and building confidence in a way that feels authentic. If burnout has been creeping in, this episode will really hit home. Rebecca unpacks how unclear roles, weak […]

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Episode: 314 Elissa Dickey shares how she grew Aberdeen Public Schools’ presence from just 36 followers to nearly 2,000 by telling positive stories, building trust across the district, and staying consistent. Her journey is such a good reminder that growth does not happen overnight, but it does happen when you keep showing up. This episode […]

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Episode: 313 Kari Klebba reveals the moment Milton realized their usual enrollment reminders weren’t landing – and the unexpected shift that changed their results. You’ll hear the simple “event-style” concept they used to make 4K/kindergarten enrollment feel exciting and why it sparked attention well beyond the classroom. Kari breaks down what her community consistently responds to […]

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Episode: 312 Andrea breaks down what’s changing (without panic) – why WCAG 2.1 AA is becoming the standard for all school digital content (including social media), plus the key compliance timelines (April 2026/April 2027). Alt text becomes a daily habit, not an optional extra. You’ll learn what “good” alt text sounds like, what to avoid when describing […]

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Episode: 311 Sara Meredith shares how Peoria Unified rebuilt teacher recruitment around research – not guesses – so messaging matched what educators actually value. You’ll hear why “pay” wasn’t the main reason staff were leaving and how that insight reshaped their campaign to spotlight coaching, benefits, and growth. Get practical ideas you can steal: staff […]

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Episode: 310 Author, speaker, and retired school leader Dr. Joe Sanfelippo joins the podcast to dive into his newest book, Lead from Who You Are. It all starts with values – because who you are drives how you lead. You’ll learn Joe’s three leadership rhythms (personal, people, process) and how they help you stay steady – […]

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Episode: 309 Adelle Wellens walks us through how she survived 13 crises in just 9 days – and she handled them all as a solo communications department! You’ll learn some of the tools she had in place to help. You’ll hear how strong community relationships made all the difference during high-stress situations. Adelle shares simple […]

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