What happens when you empower school staff with the tools and confidence to tell their own stories? đź’Ą You get a district-wide transformation.
In this episode, you'll hear how Marshalltown’s Social Media Ambassador program, led by Abby Koch and supported by Andrea Gribble, turned friendly competition into meaningful engagement.
- Learn why your videos don’t have to be perfect to make an impact
- Find out how social media boosted staff morale, student excitement, and even helped with recruitment
- Discover easy tools and creative tips from the front lines
This episode is one you’ll want to share with your team!
SPECIAL GUESTS
Abby Koch
Director of Communications
Marshalltown Community School District, Iowa
Email: akoch@marshalltown.k12.ia.usÂ
X: @MkayAbby
LinkedIn: @AbbyLKoch
Sugey Alvarez
School Resource Specialist
Marshalltown Community School District, Iowa
Tanya Kenner
Administrative Assistant
Marshalltown Community School District, Iowa
Website: https://www.marshalltown.k12.ia.us/Â
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Marshalltown.SchoolsÂ
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcsdbobcats/Â
Rogers Elementary Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RogerselemÂ
USEFUL INFORMATION
- Join our Summer Book Club starting Tuesday, June 10th! Sign up here.
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- Order your copy of my book Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies & Ideas to Celebrate Your Students & Staff - While Keeping Your Sanity now!
- Interested in our membership program? Learn more here: https://socialschool4edu.com/
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