In this episode, I share my ultimate list of classroom newsletter tips to help you streamline your workflow and better connect with families this school year. You’ll also hear how to use EdTech tools, AI-powered shortcuts, and creative ideas like audio versions and interactive polls to make your newsletters more dynamic and engaging. If you want to refresh your newsletter routine and build stronger home-school connections, this episode has you covered!
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Tips for Classroom Newsletters This School Year
- Use an AI chatbot to help create and customize your newsletter template.
- Collaborate with colleagues to build shared, time-saving newsletter formats.
- Include links to student digital work and audio versions for family-friendly access.
- Add an AI generated image and put your school mascot in an unexpected place.
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EPISODE RESOURCES
- Connect with Dr. Monica Burns on X (Twitter), Threads, Bluesky & Instagram
- Sign up for the Free Newsletter
- Check out EdTech Books by Dr. Monica Burns
- Explore Artificial Intelligence Resources, Events & Workshops & Free Stuff
- Grab EdTech Essentials: 12 Strategies for Every Classroom in the Age of AI 2nd Edition & download the FREE Study Guide
- ChatGPT (Chatbot)
- Gemini (Chatbot)
- Claude (Chatbot)
- Google Docs (Word processing tool)
- Google Sites (Website builder)
- Canva for Education (Graphic design platform)
- Wakelet (Content Management & Collaboration tool)
- Book Creator (Ebook creation tool)
- Adobe Express for Education (Free creation tools)
- EmojiFinder (Emoji search engine)
- Adobe Podcast (AI-powered audio tools)
- Speechify (Text to audio tool)
- Wow in the World (Podcast for kids)
- Mentimeter (Interactive Presentation Software)
- How Teachers Can Generate Images with AI (Blog Post)
- How to Use Tech Tools to Stay Connected with Families with Amber Peterson (Podcast Episode)
- Make Custom Forms for Back-to-School (Blog Post)
- Tips for Emailing Families with Crystal Frommert (Podcast Episode)
- 8 EdTech Tools and Websites with Emojis (Blog Post)
- Sharing Just Enough Student Work with Families (Podcast Episode)
