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    September 20, 2024

    What Can Be Done About Declining Enrollment?

    Matthew sat down with Kristin Magette from the Kansas Association of School Boards, Kimberly Mahugh from Jeffco Public Schools, and Randy Barber from Boulder Valley School District to discuss solutions and strategies for approaching declining enrollment in your district....

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    By Peachjar

    Categories: School Districts

    September 20, 2024

    Who Uses Your Website, and Why? 4 Audience Research Tips

    Understanding your website’s audience is essential to the success of your organization’s digital presence. No organization’s audience is entirely uniform—your website users are unique individuals with varying needs, and your digital strategy should recognize that. According to Maze’s 2023 Continuous Research Report, 74% of product team members believe research is effective or partially effective in decision-making at their ...

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    By Roger Devine

    Categories: Program Providers | Org Features

    September 17, 2024

    Child Safety Online: A Parent's Guide to Internet Safety

    Don’t believe everything you see online! That is the easy way to say it, but it seems children are finding themselves online earlier and earlier. According to Pew Research Center, “two-thirds of parents in the U.S. say parenting is harder today than it was 20 years ago, with many citing technologies—like social media or smartphones—as a reason.” As a parent, it’s crucial to stay informed about the potential dangers and ...

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    By Roger Devine

    Categories: Program Providers | Org Features

    September 12, 2024

    Starting an Afterschool Program for Youths: A Quick Guide

    After-school programs provide manybenefits for youths, making them a staple activity for all sorts of organizations, from schools to parks and recreation centers to dance studios and more. You’ve likely realized this already, which is why you’re interested in starting an afterschool program for the children and teenagers of your community. Establishing your organization’s very first after-school program takes time and ...

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    By Roger Devine

    Categories: Program Providers | Org Features

    September 10, 2024

    Resources for National Suicide Prevention Month

    Since 2008, the month of September has been declared National Suicide Prevention Month—where time is taken to acknowledge those who have been affected by suicide and to raise awareness for individuals still struggling with suicidal ideation. According to the CDC, over 49,000 people have died by suicide since 2022 and another 13.2 million have seriously thought about suicide. Suicide rates increased 27% between 2000-2018 and ...

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    By Peachjar

    Categories: School Districts

    September 06, 2024

    The Importance of Incorporating Student Voice

    Matthew sat down with Samantha Fitzgerald from Park Hill School District in Missouri recently to discuss student voice—and how Samantha and her team incorporate it into their communications plan. You can watch the full video to learn more about topics such as the importance of student voice, incorporating print resources and social media, tracking analytics, and more! However, below we outline the questions and topics ...

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    By Peachjar

    Categories: School Districts

    September 04, 2024

    Teaching Kids Financial Literacy: Money Management for Children

    Financial literacy is a subject that is often thought to be sorely lacking amongst our youth and even adults due to a lack of access or interest early on in life. According to MarketWatch, only 57% of adults in the United States are financially literate. Understanding the basics of financial literacy from an early age can empower children to make informed decisions, develop good habits, and build a secure future. Here’s a ...

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    By Roger Devine

    Categories: Program Providers | Org Features