ABOUT COMMUNITY RELATIONS

Spokane Public Schools believes in strong communication between the district, employees, and the community.

We are dedicated to informative and timely communications with the public regarding academic achievement, education reform, levy/bond information, safety, diversity, technology, and budget priorities.

The Community Relations department provides Spokane Public Schools with a wide variety of communications services, tools, and strategies for communicating and partnering with our community. Our staff members have expertise in the areas of media, marketing, public engagement, and community outreach, and we are available to consult with schools to help promote the many wonderful programs, events, and opportunities.

Media:

Using news releases, news tips, and story ideas, we maintain frequent contact with the media.

News Updates:

Staff Matters is our internal newsletter to staff and School Talk is our mailed-out newsletter to the community on district activities, teacher, staff, and student achievements. Our district’s website updated continuously.

Special Events and Recognitions:

Special activities to recognize employees and celebrate educational excellence are among the Community Relations Department’s responsibilities. The department also coordinates distribution of information to new Spokane residents.

Video Resources:

Television productions occur on Comcast Channel 17 as well as occasionally on KSPS Public Television, Channel 7. Video clips are also available by clicking here.

• School Talk features the superintendent and special guests discussing issues that affect education. This program airs daily at 7 a.m., 3 p.m., and 7 p.m. on Comcast cable channel 17.
• Education Update offers the latest news and information about our schools. This program airs daily at 7:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. on Comcast cable channel 17.
• Educating Spokane provides the opportunity for viewers to call in four times a year with questions for the Spokane Public Schools’ Board of Directors. This program is aired live on KSPS Television, channel 7, and then is rerun several times throughout the year on Comcast cable channel 17.

Volunteers:

The Community Relations Department coordinates parent and public involvement in schools. Click here for more information.

For more information, call (509) 354-7340.