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About OSBA's communication services

Community support for schools is important for student success

OSBA's communication services help you define, refine and deliver your message, whether you're handling a crisis, drafting a strategic communications plan or preparing for a bond election.

Education news updates - OSBA regularly posts news on our website about issues affecting education.

OREdNews - As a free service, OSBA daily searches news sources for stories related to public education in Oregon.

Communication audits - We can study the flow of information in your district to identify key communicators, key audiences and messages. We recommend ways to capitalize on this vital information.

Bonds, Ballots and Buildings Conference - Learn from experts and district teams who've built successful finance campaigns.

Specialty workshops - Our experts lead your board through communications planning, from goal setting to media relations to crisis plans to newsletters.

Community survey assistance - We help identify key issues and methods that work for you.

PR in Action - A monthly subscription packet that provides research-based communication tips and information your district will use with key audiences.

Crisis support - When you need to communicate in a crisis, our staff can help you handle the media, community concerns and internal communications.

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