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Practical AI Strategies for School Communications with Frank Devereaux

From Mastering Social Media for Schools · Hosted by Andrea Gribble

2026-08-10·2556

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In this episode of Mastering Social Media for Schools: Frank Devereaux shares how school communicators can move beyond viewing AI as a threat or shortcut and start using it as a thought partner to strengthen ideas, streamline workflows, and create clearer messages. Discover how custom AI agents trained on your district’s style guides, mission, and trusted resources can help your team communicate more consistently - without losing the human voice your community values. You’ll hear which privacy-conscious and educator-friendly…

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Frank Devereaux shares how school communicators can move beyond viewing AI as a threat or shortcut and start using it as a thought partner to strengthen ideas, streamline workflows, and create clearer messages.Discover how custom AI agents trained on your district’s style guides, mission, and trusted resources can help your team communicate more consistently - without losing the human voice your community values.You’ll hear which privacy-conscious and educator-friendly AI tools deserve a closer look, plus why clear guardrails and transparency are essential for building trust with staff, families, and students.Find out how AI can give school communicators more time to focus on what technology cannot replace: authentic, emotional storytelling that connects families to the heart of their schools. SPECIAL GUEST Frank Devereaux Educational Technology Integration Specialist Email: knarfdev@gmail.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-devereaux-8a449344/ USEFUL INFORMATION The Day “Follower Count” Died: Why School Districts Must Shift to Interest Media by Jason WheelerGrab your virtual ticket to our Social Media for Schools Retreat! We had an entire session (session 2) devoted to AI with Rebecca Bulstma. Jake Sturgis shared many tools in session 8 as well!Order your copy of my book Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies & Ideas to Celebrate Your Students & Staff - While Keeping Your Sanity now!Interested in our membership program? Learn more here: https://socialschool4edu.com/ MORE RESOURCES Free Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools! Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click here www.SocialSchool4EDU.com