2027 WI State Education Conv

Sessions Speakers Exhibitors Floor Plan

Students as Storytellers: Building Trust, Pride and Community Connections (Room 101 A/B)

What if some of your district’s most effective communicators are already sitting in your classrooms? Learn how New Auburn School District created a student storyteller program that helps families, taxpayers, and community members see the great things happening in school every day. Superintendent Austin Hiess, student participants, and Andrea Gribble of #SocialSchool4EDU will share how students capture authentic stories, strengthen community trust, build school pride and gain valuable career-ready skills. Attendees will leave with practical ideas for creating a supervised program that benefits students while strengthening district communication and engagement.