School Implements Parent Square and Plans Improved Communication Guidelines

The Missouri School Board meeting on July 14, 2025, highlighted key developments in school communication strategies, particularly the implementation of Parent Square and the ongoing use of SportsReach for sports teams.

During the meeting, officials reported that Parent Square has been positively received by teachers and staff, with families also providing favorable feedback. The board acknowledged the challenges of transitioning eighth graders to high school and sixth graders to middle school, noting logistical issues that need to be addressed before the upcoming school year. To improve communication, the board plans to establish guidelines regarding appropriate posting times and the types of content suitable for sharing, aiming to respect personal boundaries for staff.

Additionally, the meeting addressed a noticeable decline in social media engagement compared to the previous year. The decline was attributed to changes in staffing and focus, as the individual responsible for social media was also managing payroll duties. Moving forward, the board emphasized the importance of increasing visibility within school buildings to generate more content, particularly highlighting student activities, which parents have expressed interest in seeing.

The meeting concluded with a recognition of popular social media posts, such as announcements about snow days and new hires, indicating a need to continue engaging the community through these channels. Overall, the discussions underscored the board's commitment to enhancing communication and community involvement in the upcoming school year.