School PR Podcast With Ryan Foran
124 episodes - English - Latest episode: 24 days ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsSchool PR Podcast Hosted by Ryan Foran and brought to you by Peachjar and SoundMind.
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63: Twitter Blue Worth If, Twitter Spaces, Elon Musk Twitter Stock Buy
April 16, 2022 03:48 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBTwitter Blue is worth it if you utilize organic videos, Twitter undo not so much, Twitter Spaces audio hangout, Elon Musk Twitter stock takeover. Private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877 Twitter: @SchoolPRpodcast and @Nicholsstrat https://nicholsstrategies.com/
62: Twitter Blue & Edit Option?!?
March 24, 2022 09:51 - 7 minutes - 7.31 MBWhat is a Twitter Blue subscription and can you now edit tweets and what is undo tweet?!?! Private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877 Twitter: @SchoolPRpodcast and @Nicholsstrat https://nicholsstrategies.com/
61: Super Social Media Hacks
March 07, 2022 05:54 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBCreative and unique ideas to boost engagement, followers, and reach on your social media platforms. Private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877 Twitter: @SchoolPRpodcast and @Nicholsstrat https://nicholsstrategies.com/ If you would like to support the podcast financially, with any amount at any time, you can do so via Venmo @Ryan-Foran-2. Thanks!
60: CALSPRA Conference Preview Jessica Hull
February 27, 2022 02:18 - 26 minutes - 21.1 MBFrom several new offerings, who the keynote speakers are, tips for first-time attendees, the awards gala, and CalSPRA Night Out, we get the inside scoop as Jessica Hull joins us for a complete preview of the annual conference! Private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877 Twitter: @SchoolPRpodcast and @Nicholsstrat @HiJessicaHull https://nicholsstrategies.com/
59: When and When NOT to Send a Mass Notification
February 22, 2022 07:37 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBWhy and when you should not send a mass notification to your entire district, how to make that difficult decision using data, and what data should you gather to help make this important determination. Private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877 @SchoolPRpodcast on Twitter! Engaging Data Book: Smart Strategies for School Communication by Trinette Marquis!
58: Dodgers Giants NLDS Game 5 Worst Call in History of MLB Playoffs!
October 15, 2021 07:16 - 11 minutes - 11 MBMy take on one of the worst calls in the history of MLB and why that can’t happen.
57: Substitute Teacher & Staff Shortages & Recruitment Strategies
October 10, 2021 05:16 - 19 minutes - 16 MBWith the ongoing staffing crisis in American schools, we share some unique strategies to mitigate this important issue to help recruit qualified educators. Links: Bitmoji sub recruitment video https://youtu.be/KRGeGTHxQQI SNL School Board Meeting: https://youtu.be/C2dj59Db1C4\ Private School PR Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877 Twitter: @SchoolPRpodcast and @Nicholsstrat https://nicholsstrategies.com/ If you would like to support the podcast fin...
56: News, TikTok, Facebook Group
October 02, 2021 04:17 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBNew season, new challenges, TikTok challenges, and much more! Facebook Group link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245614517497877/ Twitter is @SchoolPRpodcast
55: Website Accessibility and Equity
March 07, 2021 23:23 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBFrom color and contrast to navigation, free tools, text blocks, creative alt texts, and OCR complaints, Steve Ostler from Blackboard joins the School PR Podcast to discuss all of these important issues and opportunities within digital and website accessibility and equity. To learn more about distance learning in a virtual world, listen to this podcast interview with Chris Prince from Blackboard https://rforan12.podbean.com/e/45-distance-learning-with-chris-prince-blackboard/ Visit www.Bla...
54: Creating a Viral Video Chino Valley USD Rob Wiltsey Interview
January 25, 2021 07:40 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBHow Chino Valley went over the rainbow with a viral video that has more than two million views and garnered international attention. School Shine Founder Rob Wiltsey joins the podcast to talk about how they created this viral video and his work on virtual graduations.
53: Part 4 Coronavirus Communications for Schools
January 08, 2021 08:15 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBAs the coronavirus pandemic continues to evolve, our school communications and strategies should be evolving as well. In this episode we discuss pivoting your messaging, utilizing video updates, community email lists, repetitive messaging, different messages for parents and staff, mental health support, commemorating this time, and media relations techniques and examples. #schoolprposcast
52: Why You're Not In The Room And How To Get In
December 23, 2020 06:28 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBWhy you may not be on Cabinet or “in the room” when the decisions are made. A different take from the superintendent perspective. #SchoolPRpodcast #SchoolPR
51: A Brilliant Virtual Snow Day in West Virginia
December 16, 2020 05:53 - 11 minutes - 11.1 MBA shocking snow ⛄️ day is called in a West Virginia school district and school is cancelled despite distance learning already in place. We explain the why and the brilliance behind this wonderful gesture by the Jefferson County Schools Superintendent Bondy Shay Gibson. Well done JCS!
50! Nice Notes Pandemic Staff Appreciation Campaign
December 03, 2020 12:15 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBA creative and effective way to highlight your school staff during the Coronavirus pandemic. We are all looking for ways to show appreciation for our school staff, this “Nice Notes” campaign can help spread the love ❤️!
49: Stephen Nichols Interview NSPRA Presidential Bid
August 14, 2020 00:08 - 29 minutes - 24.1 MBNSPRA Presidential Candidate Stephen Nichols joins the School PR Podcast to discuss why he is running, his platform, and how he got his start in public education. Visit www.nichols4nspra.com to learn more.
48 OT1: Digital Detox Delight
August 05, 2020 06:39 - 24 minutes - 21.1 MBRemoving social media and news, adding The Office, Parks and Rec, and other positives for a digital detox to reset and greatly enhance your mood and outlook. This is the first “OT” Off Topic episode where I will talk about some non School PR issues that I’m interested in.
47: Hacking Social Media
May 22, 2020 00:49 - 37 minutes - 31.5 MBGrowing your social media followers and expanding your reach with several unique and creative strategies.
46: Effective E-Newsletter Strategies With Pat Hawn
May 14, 2020 00:58 - 1 hour - 51 MBThe best tips and techniques to ensure your email newsletters are being read. Pat Hawn from Market Volt joins the podcast to share some of his best practices and high-level insights into creating your most effective email newsletter. Friday at 10a (CST) join us and learn how to get the most out of your district/school newsletters. Doesn't matter your platform, catch the presentation one @tspra attendee called "the best thing I attended all session". bit.ly/K12Enews1
45: Distance Learning With Chris Prince Blackboard
May 05, 2020 12:00 - 24 minutes - 19.3 MBThis new world of education has teaching and learning looking much different for K-12 education. Blackboard Senior Executive Chris Prince joins the podcast to discuss distance and remote learning in a new era of education. Visit www.Blackboard.com/k12 for more information.
44: Part 3 Coronavirus Communications For Schools
May 02, 2020 06:16 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBFinancial Forecast for next school year, when and how are we reopening schools, handling the rapid news cycle, graduation ideas, and more. A CalSPRA virtual meeting discussing the latest news in regard to school closures due to the coronavirus with a superb panel of school PR professionals. Kevin Gordon, Capitol Advisors Founding Partner and President, was the Executive Director of CASBO, involved with CSBA: Budget update and financial forecast Kindra Britt, CalSPRA President Deputy Superi...
43: Superintendent Dr. Joe Sanfelippo Go Crickets
April 22, 2020 08:06 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBA must-listen. Author, Keynote, and National Superintendent of the Year Dr. Joe Sanfelippo joins the School PR Podcast. We talk about how he put Fall Creek Wisconsin on the map, increased enrollment, created a storytelling machine, engaging the board, hacking leadership, #1minwalk2work, #gocrickets, COVID-19 school closures, the power and impact of school communications, and why he lives just a 60 second walk away from the district office. #schoolprpodcast
42: Part 2 Coronavirus Communications For Schools
March 30, 2020 03:50 - 41 minutes - 31.8 MBThe vendor dilemma, unique video concepts, positive social media engagement, media relations opportunities, PRA requests, getting in the room, insensitive social media posts, being a community resource, and more. In this episode we concentrate on transitioning from reactive to proactive storytelling and starting to share the many positive stories in our schools and communities. #schoolsclosedheartsopen ❤️ Videos: https://youtu.be/d-KgdPudPzQ https://youtu.be/_3FhZQBNsms https://www.yout...
41: Part 1 Coronavirus Communications For Schools
March 10, 2020 06:25 - 27 minutes - 21.1 MBThe role of communications has become essential with the coronavirus continuing to spread globally. This special episode discusses some of the critical aspects of communicating with our parents and school communities as we navigate the known and unknown of the coronavirus. We hope to provide some proven strategies and perspectives for schools to consider.
40: Kindra Britt Deputy Superintendent
February 13, 2020 22:32 - 45 minutes - 36.4 MBEarning your seat at the table, working for the CA Dept. Of Education and Superintendent Tony Thurmond, funding for public education, CalSPRA conference, Arcadia PIO job, and much more with Kindra Britt the Deputy Superintendent of Communications and Marketing for the CDE and the President of CalSPRA!
39: My Kobe Story
January 30, 2020 07:48 - 26 minutes - 20.8 MBMy almost one-on-one Kobe Bryant interview story, and the Los Angeles reaction. This is just my little recollection of about ten years ago when a young sports reporter had an opportunity to interview one of the greatest to ever play the game. My sincere condolences to the Bryant family, and to all of the families and loved ones of everyone involved in the tragedy.
38: Your District In 60 Seconds With Paik, Pichardo, & Jennings
November 25, 2019 07:09 - 39 minutes - 29.9 MBCreating dynamic and engaging weekly 60-second video recaps of your school district. A special on-location podcast from Sacramento with Christine Paik, Nicole Pichardo, and Matthew Jennings who are all creating these recap videos and share their expertise with us so you can too! Video examples from our guests: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R13mqfM5CzE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jRUuy-XBk4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhgnBMRA6-U
37: Creative Brain Vs Survival Brain With Martyn Williams
November 20, 2019 05:53 - 51 minutes - 38.8 MBRecognizing, controlling, and mastering your mood and body chemistry with your own thoughts. Martyn Williams has led extreme expeditions to Mt. Everest and some of the most treacherous peaks in the world. Through his journeys he has explored and discovered how to control one’s consciousness with reflection, perspective, and practice.
36: Elite Level Video Philosophy & Techniques With Rob Wiltsey
November 14, 2019 08:08 - 58 minutes - 44.7 MBKnowing the “why” of your videos, who should narrate, interview questions, music selection, lighting, and many more insights to help significantly elevate your brand with dynamic videos. School Shine CEO and Founder Rob Wiltsey and Ryan Foran have an in-depth discussion on creating impactful and engaging videos. Teacher Vignette example: https://vimeo.com/369384941/a51db9ff6b www.schoolshine.org for more examples.
35: Video Press Release & BIG Announcement
November 04, 2019 08:03 - 26 minutes - 20.3 MBHow to create and utilize video press releases to get more of your stories to and in the media. A great strategy to increase your media relations and greatly enhance your brand. News examples from video press releases: https://youtu.be/xp4SFbzp2no https://youtu.be/wwaMyMS0aC8 https://youtu.be/D3tM2ZZec7o https://youtu.be/dJyH9zZJCkk https://youtu.be/UmptP61Fdr0 First Ave Middle School Rock Band Sweet Child O' Mine https://youtu.be/g_vgNgrM-eQ
34: Creative Welcome Back to School Ideas
August 23, 2019 06:26 - 25 minutes - 19.5 MBSocial media hashtag campaigns, photo albums, staff trainings, videos, and more! We share creative and successful Back to School ideas to create a positive start to the school year and engage your school communities. Links Mentioned: Draft Day Press Conference: https://youtu.be/Ig9JW7mtH-8 Hashtag Campaign blog post: https://ryanprforan.blogspot.com/2016/07/the-two-best-twitter-campaigns-for.html Social Media Wall: https://walls.io/ 4 Unique and Easy Ideas to Increase Social Media Eng...
33: Advocating for Transgender Students all the way to ABC 20/20 With Diane Sawyer Arcadia Innovation Summit
June 24, 2019 16:52 - 58 minutes - 43.3 MBTransgender student rights have been a controversial topic in schools across the country in recent years. The Arcadia Unified School District was one of the first districts in the country to have a complaint filed against it and to reach a settlement agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice. Through this years-long journey, the Arcadia Unified School District learned from its mistakes, learning how to better work with and advocate for transgender students. After a plethora of negative s...
32: Principal Dr. Andy Jacks Creative Student Videos & Social Media Interview
June 18, 2019 18:29 - 52 minutes - 39.8 MBVirginia Principal of the Year Dr. Andy Jacks shares his why and how he shares the great stories of the students and staff at Ashland Elementary School through creative videos and social media. Be sure to follow Dr. Jacks on Twitter @_AndyJacks, and his website https://andyjacks.co/. Jacks is leading the way for principals sharing their school stories through innovative ways while utilizing student and staff voice.
31: Hundreds of Colorado Schools Closed Just Days Before Columbine Shooting 20th Anniversary
April 17, 2019 23:50 - 35 minutes - 26.6 MBA credible threat from a Florida woman who flew to Colorado and purchased a gun, forced hundreds of schools to close just days before the 20th anniversary of the Columbine tragedy. Rick Kaufman who served as a first responder and a spokesman for Columbine 20 years ago joins me to discuss this unfortunate news, what can educators do, are schools safer today than 20 years ago, and he talks about what it was like being on the Columbine campus on that terrible day.
30: Messaging With The 6 Moral Imperatives Mark Standriff CAPIO Conference
April 17, 2019 13:45 - 58 minutes - 43.5 MBHow to message with emotion and getting to the heart of your communications. Mark Standriff discusses the 6 Moral Imperatives and how to create a lasting message in the instant age. This is from the annual CAPIO conference that was recently held in Newport Beach.
29: Crisis Communications Protocols Matthew Jennings SoCalSPRA Presentation
April 14, 2019 20:36 - 58 minutes - 44.4 MBCalSPRA Board Member and Oceanside Unified Director of Communications Matthew Jennings discusses the important topic of Crisis Communications Protocols at a CalSPRA Regional Conference in Arcadia. Link to slides: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1M0wSCFIhSmgstdO2nRU8JQyKfBw2WHF6
28: S. California Regional Conference Preview Arcadia 4/5/19
March 29, 2019 21:12 - 11 minutes - 9.13 MBMedia Relations, Crisis Communications, Roundtable. A complete preview of the CalSPRA Regional Conference for Southern California that will take place in Arcadia on 4/5/19! Register at https://www.calspra.org/event-3295364.
27: CalSPRA Presentation- Creating a Digital Communications Internship Army to Help You & Your Students
March 07, 2019 06:20 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBLast school year our interns covered 207 events in just 183 school days while capturing more than 10,000 photographs. Four years into our award-winning Digital Communications Internship program, Amber Nuuvali and myself share how to create an internship program to greatly increase the amount of positive stories produced by your district while also providing an incredible opportunity for students. @acnuuvali @ryanpforan Slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1yPg8zN4OLr3qQrUNThJe7lrn...
27: CalSPRA Presentation- Creating a Digital Communications Internship Army to Help You & Your Students
March 07, 2019 06:20 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBLast school year our interns covered 207 events in just 183 school days while capturing more than 10,000 photographs. Four years into our award-winning Digital Communications Internship program, Amber Nuuvali and myself share how to create an internship program to greatly increase the amount of positive stories produced by your district while also providing an incredible opportunity for students. @acnuuvali @ryanpforan Slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1yPg8zN4OLr3qQrUNThJe7lrn...
26: The Importance of Sharing Your School District's Story & How To CalSPRA Presentation
March 04, 2019 07:01 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBThere are a plethora of reasons why we all need to be sharing the great stories of our schools. This is from my presentation at the CalSPRA annual conference in Santa Rosa. Slides: http://bit.ly/2UaUE66
26: The Importance of Sharing Your School District's Story & How To CalSPRA Presentation
March 04, 2019 07:01 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBThere are a plethora of reasons why we all need to be sharing the great stories of our schools. This is from my presentation at the CalSPRA annual conference in Santa Rosa. Slides: http://bit.ly/2UaUE66
25: State Superintendent Tony Thurmond at CalSPRA Conference
March 02, 2019 04:20 - 23 minutes - 18.1 MBFresh from negotiations in Oakland Unified, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond speaks at the California School Public Relations Association annual conference in Santa Rosa. Just two months into the job, Thurmond talks about his priorities for education in California, his unique upbringing, and how public education saved his life.
24: Crisis Communications Interview With Rick Kaufman
February 22, 2019 09:44 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBFrom lessons learned being the spokesperson immediately after the shooting at Columbine High School, to running through a crisis communications scenario, understanding why your school staff and parents are essential in your crisis response, and when and how to respond to critical social media posts, Rick Kaufman joins me for a very in-depth and important conversation about crisis communications in schools. Rick provides tangible advice and many valuable lessons that may help you as you navig...
23: How Arcadia High Baseball’s Social Media Went From Cellar to Stellar To Promote Its Players & Celebrate Its Team
February 19, 2019 08:36 - 13 minutes - 11 MBThe inspirational story of how Arcadia High Baseball coaches Nick Lemas and Gabe Hyatt knew little about social media, but are now going deep on Twitter with a revamped brand and notoriety thanks to taking a few hacks and learning along the way. Follow their team at @ArcadiaBaseball.
23: How Arcadia High Baseball’s Social Media Went From Cellar to Stellar To Promote Its Players & Celebrate Its Team
February 19, 2019 08:36 - 13 minutes - 11 MBThe inspirational story of how Arcadia High Baseball coaches Nick Lemas and Gabe Hyatt knew little about social media, but are now going deep on Twitter with a revamped brand and notoriety thanks to taking a few hacks and learning along the way. Follow their team at @ArcadiaBaseball.
22: Utilizing Marketing to Magnify Your School District With Jason Wheeler
February 11, 2019 04:50 - 53 minutes - 40.3 MBA must listen for all school communications pros. An in-depth conversation with Jason Wheeler, Marketing Coordinator for the Carrollton Farmers Branch Independent School District in Texas. Jason and I discuss a variety of topics including content marketing for schools, Texas-sized communications departments, how to recruit quality teachers, the importance of sharing your school district’s story, utilizing social media, overcoming Facebook’s algorithm, and what school PR pros can expect in 20...
21: CalSPRA Conference Preview With Kindra Britt
January 18, 2019 06:07 - 31 minutes - 24.9 MBA comprehensive preview of CalSPRA’s annual conference with CalSPRA President-Elect Kindra Britt. The annual conference will be held in Santa Rosa from February 25-27. For more information and to register you can visit www.Calspra.org.
20: CSBA Presentation- Creating a Digital Communications Internship Program to Brand Your School District
December 07, 2018 05:51 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBLink to presentation slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-TOK4QVlaJUSGwC7gB2Bh5VPoErvIIPWAIToMZFLuvo
19: Utilizing Video & Smartphone Techniques for Public Relations
November 14, 2018 03:15 - 26 minutes - 38.8 MB95% of information is retained when the message is delivered via video, compared to just 10% retained when reading text. You don’t need to be an expert in video production to start reaping the benefits. Video greatly increases engagement and traffic for social media and web. Listen and learn some basics techniques to increase your smartphone video strategy.
19: Utilizing Video & Smartphone Techniques for Public Relations
November 14, 2018 03:15 - 26 minutes - 38.8 MB95% of information is retained when the message is delivered via video, compared to just 10% retained when reading text. You don’t need to be an expert in video production to start reaping the benefits. Video greatly increases engagement and traffic for social media and web. Listen and learn some basics techniques to increase your smartphone video strategy.
18: 4 Unique & Easy Ideas to Increase Social Media Engagement
November 07, 2018 18:42 - 18 minutes - 14 MBGet tuned into your community and become a source and resource of valuable information for your followers. There are four unique and easy posts you can add to your social media strategy that will help drastically increase engagement almost immediately. The common theme among all four is “community.” 1. Scenic Photos 2. Sports Teams 3. Local Fire, Police, Utilities, City 4. Breaking News Get creative and think about what posts are “universal” and appeal to the majority of your audience. ...