District Communications
Our District Communications aims to keep the community well-informed about school issues and programs, notify families of timely matters, get feedback from community stakeholders on important issues, and share and celebrate the successes of our students, staff, and schools.
As an extension of the Superintendent’s office, we take seriously our responsibility to conduct school business in an environment of transparency and openness. Several communications tools help raise awareness and nurture strong relationships with parents, staff, students, the community, and media.
As an extension of the Superintendent’s office, we take seriously our responsibility to conduct school business in an environment of transparency and openness. Several communications tools help raise awareness and nurture strong relationships with parents, staff, students, the community, and media.
Contact Us
Chief Communications Officer: Conor Laffey
Phone: (425) 831-4246
Community Relations Manager: Carolyn Malcolm
Phone: (425) 831-8423
We strive to provide timely, frequent, accurate, succinct, and useful information through the following channels:
- District Website
- District Newsletters
- "The Summit" e-newsletter is sent weekly to all SVSD families and staff. Community members can also subscribe to ParentSquare for updates from the district and schools.
- Staff e-newsletters called "The Insider" are sent monthly.
- Print newsletters are also mailed to community residents throughout the year.
- Calendar consolidates activities across the district; select one school or many.
- Flyers/Peachjar is an online resource where community partners promote family-friendly activities and schools can invite the community to school events.
- Social Media:
- Videos, Slideshows & Podcasts:
The Communications Office also manages:
- Community Relations
- District Events
- Emergency Communications
- Media Inquiries
- Public Records Requests
- Publications and Collateral
- Strategic Planning
- Two-way Engagement