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Communications Department
Auburn School District
915 4th Street NE
Auburn WA 98002 (253) 931-4713
Mission Statement
The Auburn School District believes in strong communication with parents, students, staff and the community.
We provide timely, accurate information with the public regarding academic achievement, activities/athletics, levy/bond information, safety, diversity, technology and budget priorities.
The communications department utilizes a variety of services, tools and strategies for communicating and partnering with the community. Our staff members have expertise in media, marketing, Web, grants and public relations. We are available to consult with schools to help promote their many wonderful programs, events and opportunities.
Media
Using press releases and story ideas we maintain frequent contact with the media.
Website
The district website, redesigned in May 2009, provides up-to-date information on school news and events for the community and parents to be able to easily access. It is updated daily and features a fly-out navigation menu system, “Quick Links,” a staff directory, district events calendar and more.
Special Events and Recognitions
Special activities to recognize staff and celebrate educational excellence are among the communications department’s responsibilities. The department also coordinates recognition of community volunteers.
Publications
Inside Your Schools
The district’s premier publication is published twice a year in September and June. The publication focuses on teaching and learning, with highlights of new curriculum, academic awards, student and staff recognition, and parent and community involvement.
Calendar
The district calendar is published each summer for the following school year. The calendar lists school holidays and events and district policy information.
Staff Links
The district’s staff newsletter is published bimonthly during the school year and features the school board’s staff member of the month and other staff achievements. The publication also announces professional development opportunities and benefits information.
FOCUS
The district’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) newsletter is published twice a year in the winter and spring. FOCUS highlights student achievements in CTE and features all CTE programs, which are designed to help students explore career pathways, prepare them for the world of work and launch further post-secondary educational opportunities.
Other Publications
The communications department also publishes an annual school report for each school, promotional materials and emergency brochures.
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