Scotch Plains-Fanwood Schools Look To Improve Communications

SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ — The Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District is looking to improve its communication with the community. As part of this effort, the district is looking for residents who would like to be part of its Communications Focus Group.

Registration is being accepted from residents of Scotch Plains and Fanwood who would like to participate in a one-hour focus group. Registrants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. The focus groups will be conducted by an external facilitator.

The first virtual focus group will be held on Feb. 8 at 5 p.m.

The series of one-hour virtual focus groups will be conducted with multiple stakeholders regarding district communications in an effort to learn more about stakeholder perceptions and preferences regarding district communications.

"Focus groups will help to gain qualitative insight into perceptions, preferences, and priorities regarding communication from the district and schools. The goal is to have a mix of individuals including those who have expressed dissatisfaction, those who have expressed satisfaction, and those who rarely express an opinion. The District would like to see balanced participation based on gender, race/ethnicity, and longevity in the community," according to the SP-F district.

Interested residents may click here to complete a registration form. Space is limited. Registration forms must be submitted by Thursday, Feb. 4. A confirmation will be provided with virtual meeting details.

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