Tip 3: Keep the community connected by sharing what students and families are up to

Share what others in your school community are doing in their day-to-day lives! Many students, parents, and staff are feeling a bit lonely and socially isolated at this time. Ask people to submit videos, pictures, or perhaps just write out what they have been doing and share these out so people feel more connected. It might also give people ideas on what they can do as well! 

We love how Principal Ralston at Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy uses ParentSquare — he has been regularly uploading video recorded morning announcements for quite some time, but now they have become an indispensable way to keep their school community connected.

Check out the post here or click the screenshot below to watch it.

With each video, Principal Ralston shares video and picture submissions, as well as “The Dodo Clip of the Day” chosen by a student, and jokes that students submit. It’s a wonderful way for kids to feel they can still engage with their peers and exercise some agency in uncertain times. This transparency along with his great sense of humor help keep the community in high spirits. 

Perry Meridian’s videos are entertaining, personal and a mood-lifter! Consider sending similar videos (or if you don’t have capacity, perhaps a written post with submissions, a joke of the day, etc) to keep your community connected.

K-12 Remote Tips

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We’d love to know what you are doing — what great examples or ideas would you like to share with other schools? Simply comment below or submit your tip via our web form.