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news releases​, Internet and social media communications, multimedia presentations and other methods.
Media Relations
Media & Communications provides the news media with a spectrum of information about the ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û and the wider education community through news releases, electronic newsletters and the ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û website. It also responds promptly to media requests for informatio​n and analysis, whether related directly to the ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û or to broader education issues.
​ Publications - External​â¶Ä‹
Media & Communications produces promotional and informational materials about the ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û and other educational programs. An electronic newsletter, the
IMPACT Weekly​, informs educators, school principals and superintendents, as well as business and general communities about ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û news, programs and initiatives. The ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û Web site provides considerable information on education-related issues and events, as well as statistics and analysis. Publication planning services - including concept, copy, graphic design and production - are also available to public schools and districts.
Publications - Internal
Just one of many internal communications edited and produced by Media & Communications, the Monday Memo Resource Portal was created as a supplement to the County Superintendent of School’s weekly email sent to all staff​. The Intranet features information of interest to staff like ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û news, events and honors, multimedia presentations, and a comprehensive Systems Manual that details communication procedures. A thorough Style Guide provides direction on ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û logo use and proper formatting for correspondence and publications. A crisis communication plan details actions to be taken during an emergency situation.
Publications - References
Media & Communications compiles and edits information for the
Public Schools Directory, which provides address and phone data for the ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û and all county districts and schools. Produced in a hardbound form and distributed annually, the directory is also published online. ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û presentation folders, an
Annual Calendar and a Style Guide are also available.
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Recognitions and Events
The Public Affairs Department hosts many annual/special events for the ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û, spotlights internal and external awards and accolades, and supports district and county recognitions, including​:​â¶Ä‹
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Special Projects
Media & Communications provides consulting, editing, design and printing assistance to market ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û and school district programs. The department also offers communication, public relations and media training and consultation to ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û employees and school district personnel.​â¶Ä‹â€‹
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ÀϰÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û offers translation and interpretation services to assist with communicating to our diverse community​. Highly skilled professionals provide specialized, education-focused language support in Spanish, Vietnamese, and English. ​
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