In my inaugural blog, I am focusing on the measures we have taken to enhance our ability to communicate with parents and other community members. The most desired method of communication continues to be face-to-face conversations with parents. However, technology is presenting an abundance of additional tools. In addition to email communication, we have modified the telephone systems in each of our classrooms to allow teachers to contact parents via telephone. Previously classroom phones did not have the capability to call long distance which meant teachers could not easily call a cell phone. Many of our classroom teacher are also use "blogs" such as this to maintain a strong connection to families. Last year we created a Facebook page where we share information regarding school activities and events. This year we are introducing a VIP Text Club that allows anyone to sign up and receive text message updates regarding school events, delays, cancellations, etc. Anyone interested in signing up for these notices can visit our website (www.hillsboro.k12.wi.us) for further information.
Feel free to contact me if you have other suggestions that might help us in our efforts to improve communication.
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