A school newsletter is a wonderful tool to get information out to the students and staff. Including sections for sports highlights, after school activities, volunteering and clubs will keep all of the readers informed about what is going on. It is also a great way to reach the students with positive thoughts and inspirational messages. A school newsletter can also provide students and parents
. with important dates and upcoming events. For samples of elementary school newsletters visit http://www.education-world.com/tools_templates/index.shtml. School newsletters should be formatted in a way that informs parents, but also at a reading level that children can understand. This way, a bonding experience is provided for a parent and child. Doing a spotlight on certain children every month or including a list of honor rolls can also serve as a motivator. Just viewing a school newsletter can provide inspiration on how to format this handout and make it useful for any audience.Breaking up paragraphs of texts with graphics or pictures of school events and students can add interest and pizazz to a school newsletter. Another great idea is asking students to submit pictures or poems that can be added to these handouts, making the student body feel more involved. Parents will be pleased that their children's talents can be displayed for other children and their parents to share. Another template can be found at http://www.educationworld.com/tools_templates/newsletter1.doc. This website suggests that a school newsletter includes a calendar of events, or lists the lunch menu for the month. This will make it easier for parents to plan when their children should pack or buy a lunch. Although these templates do not have to be followed exactly, they can offer a starting point for someone who wants to create their own unique newsletter. Include the school motto or mascot to spread school pride! More reference links: http://www.education-world.com/tools_templates/index.shtml http://www.educationworld.com/tools_templates/newsletter1.doc