Communications

PSD TV's Matt Gohl and Philip Primo set up for a video shoot in a high school common space. — **PSD TV's Matt Gohl and Philip Primo set up for a video shoot inside a high school.**

Informing and Engaging the Community

Timely, accurate information is more important than ever, and PSD's Communications Department strives to get the right information, to the right people, at the right time so they can make the best decisions for themselves and families. PSD Communications increases awareness and understanding of, involvement with, and support for the district and schools through effective communication and community engagement. PSD regularly shares information across multiple platforms and involves the community in major district initiatives, programs and activities.

Community Newsletters

The PSD NOW community newsletter features timely information about the latest happenings in the district. PSD NOW is emailed to families and interested community members about every two weeks.

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Communication Vehicles:

PSD website: The website is our primary hub of communication. We post alerts during a crisis, regular news items as well as calendars, menus and transportation schedules.

Social media: Stay updated on the latest news and happenings in the district on , , , , and .

PSD social media comment moderation guidelines: The PSD Facebook, Instagram, Twitter pages are maintained to share district information with parents, students and staff and to engage with the greater community. We welcome your comments, thoughts and feedback. However, we reserve the right to hide comments that:
- Portray conduct that it against the law or advocating illegal activity
- Include personal attacks or threats against an individual or school
- Include obscene or threatening language
- Defamation
- Promotes illegal discrimination
- Malware links
- Copyright violations
- Are spam or contain advertising for a service, product, individual or business unrelated to the post or responsive to other comments
PSD - TV (Comcast Channel 10 -- US Cable, ): The district's video team produces engaging features showcasing PSD students and staff. The team also reports on district happenings and broadcasts some athletic and musical events.

Emails and phone calls: The bulk of district communication is through emails using the SchoolMessenger notification system. Notifications are about district or school information including school closures, early releases or power outages. Contact your school to ensure your information is current in Synergy to receive emails and text messages, or visit ParentVUE to review/update your information.
- All automated PSD and school phone calls come from one main number: 970-490-3050. If you miss a phone call or voice message from the district, you may call the number and listen to the last 10 voice messages sent to your phone.
- Text Messages (SMS): To receive text messages from the school or district, parents must have an active SMS number on file in Synergy AND opt-in to receive text messages via their mobile carrier. To opt-in via your mobile phone, text "YES" to 67587 and you will receive a confirmation message.
- Info@psdschools.org: Have general questions but aren't sure who to contact? Email info@psdschools.org.

Media news releases and announcements to local media outlets

Staff e-newsletters highlighting information specific for staff.

Community Engagement Opportunities

Community engagement opportunities are regularly available and often involve committees comprised of a broad cross-section of representatives, including parents, staff, and community members. District staff also serve as resources and content-area experts on committees.

Accessibility in PSD

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