Kayla Ralston

About Kayla Ralston

I am a driven professional with a diverse skill set and a passion for inspiring others. With a strong background in building relationships and educational leadership, I have developed expertise in school PR and creative content. I thrive in dynamic environments and am adept at various aspects of school and community relations, including communications, social media management, community education opportunities, and developing partnerships. My goal is to make a positive impact and inspire all students to become lifelong learners in the pursuit of excellence. I am always seeking new opportunities to learn and grow, and I love contributing my skills and knowledge to my alma mater, Calhoun City Schools, and the community where I was born-and-raised as a Yellow Jacket. Connect with me to explore potential collaborations or discuss how together we can reach new heights.#relate #create #innovate #excel

Experience

1. Director of School and Community Relations

   Calhoun City Schools

   May 2022 — Present · Calhoun, GA, US

   Identify and help shape policies and procedures in the public interest•Handle all aspects of the school system\'s publications such as newsletters, brochures, bulletins, letters, photographs, social media•Promote positive media relations, coverage and conduct information campaigns for school system•Facilitate communication about institutional advancement such as strategic planning, organizational change, budgeting and bond issue campaigns•Develop a comprehensive communications plan for the school system•Conduct formal and informal research / surveys to determine public opinion and attitude•Represent the school system in various community organizations•Promote the development of collaborative initiatives between the schools and local business / industry•Maintain open communication channels on a continuous basis with all areas of the community, including news media, community organizations, area businesses, employees, parents, Chamber of Commerce etc through frequent press releases and prompt responses to request for information about Calhoun City Schools•Solicit opinions, suggestions and recommendations from stakeholders that impact the policies and operations of the school system•Coordinate district wide recognition for stakeholders•Writes, edits, designs, photographs and directs production of publications•Develops, maintains, manages and ensures functionality of the day to day operations of the District and School website including•Collaborates with, seeks input from and maintains direct channel of communication with the website service providers, system leadership team, communications team and stakeholders•Act as a liaison with various government entities, non-profit agencies, churches and civic organizations•Oversee the Community Education program which includes after school care (KEEP), Driver\'s Education, Defensive Driving, Jacket Jamboree, Tiny T-ball Youth League and summer camps

Education

• Georgia Tech Boot Camps

  Digital Marketing

• Kennesaw State University

  Bachelor's degree, Health and Physical Education

  2007 — 2015