When I voted on the Jackson County, Mo. sales tax to fund a new stadium for the Kansas City Royals, I noticed something interesting that is common every time I go vote. I’m always the youngest person there. And I’m not talking about the volunteers (who are also older); I’m…
Patron input matters. School districts are increasingly having to address new issues and concerns from students, staff, and parents that general patron relationships might end up on the back burner. One way to help districts navigate trying times is to have an early warning system in place, like a Citizens…
By: Dr. Jaret Tomlinson, Superintendent, Excelsior Springs School District Since embarking on a journey to harness the power of data to transform our schools and strengthen community bonds, we reflect on the progress made by engaging our stakeholders. It’s inspiring to witness the positive impact data-driven decision-making has had on…
Almost every school district reports the same findings when it comes to how patrons receive district information. The number one source is almost always friends and neighbors. This is often followed by social media/Facebook. Additional findings can include media resources (newspaper) and district-initiated communications, such as the district website, email…
It’s always good to know where you stand. Is your school district respected, beloved, and held in high esteem? Or do staff, students, parents, and patrons simply tolerate you?If you don’t know where you stand, it’s hard to have a plan of action that will move the district forward. Remember,…
What happened? If you just lost a bond or levy ballot issue, you are probably getting this question from all sides. And that’s probably a hard pill to swallow right now. It hurts. We get it. One of the hardest things about a failed bond or ballot issue is you…
