Articles ByEileen Beard

Eileen Beard

Eileen is a writer for SchoolCEO. A former screenwriter and freelance magazine editor, her work has always focused on what makes people tick.

Required Reading: Brand Books

Our three favorite branding books touch on reputation, differentiation and how to tell your district’s stories.

The Compton Comeback

How a school district’s success is impacting an entire city’s reputation—and how the city is supporting its schools

Who's Telling Your Story?

Teachers are the heart of your district brand, but how can you encourage them to share their stories?

Personas of Interest

How marketing personas can help you understand and satisfy every segment of your school community

Older and Wiser

Retirees are an untapped resource. If you can attract them to volunteer positions, it will benefit your schools and provide them meaning and connection.

Are Your Alumni All In?

Alumni engagement strategies for inviting former students "back to school" and why it could benefit your district to take some notes

America Online

Everyone’s online these days, but each generation has its own approach to their online activities.

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