Crisis Communications Development for District Leaders

Type: Guidance/Sample/Template
Topics: Communications & Public Relations, District & School Operations, School Safety & Cybersecurity

March 20, 2025

SRRN Crisis Communications Preparation Template
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Strategic Communications Guidance for District Leaders Amid a Crisis

Developed by the AASA Superintendent Response and Recovery Network (SRRN), this resource includes customizable templates and strategic guidance to help school leaders protect their district's reputation and maintain stakeholder trust during a school tragedy.

This tool provides a guidance for leaders in the following areas:
  • Communication preparedness
  • Media response & monitoring
  • Press release templates
  • FAQs
  • Letter templates

Note: This is a living document which will be added to over time. Please make a copy of the document and adapt it for your district’s needs. Make a copy by clicking the button below, visit the “File” tab in the top navigation bar and select “Make a copy”.

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This resource and the accompanying toolkit is brought to you by the AASA Superintendent Response and Recovery Network (SRRN). SRRN serves as an expert support network for superintendents and administrators who have experienced tragedy or violence in their schools.

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