Outreach for Increasing and Maintaining Participation
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Reach out to the community
(See ‘Media Links’
info. below.)
v Add an introductory letter to the mailing the district
does in June or August to every family that has a v
classified child
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Contact local radio stations and newspapers
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Leave post cards with information about the group at local
doctors, therapists, and other areas in your community
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Have a table during the "Back to school night" with
sign-in sheet, dates for upcoming meetings, and information on your group
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Make personal phone calls day of the meeting.
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Use multiple opportunities to get the word out including
flyers, newsletters, newspaper, and websites.
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Mail flyers home in addition to sending them home in
backpacks.
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Use e-mail for Middle and High School families
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Invite families from surrounding communities
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Request that special services mail flyers to families
whose children attend a school out of district
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Translate flyers into other languages
v Newsletter - you will reach parents that do not show up at
meetings.
Tips for Maximizing Attendance