About Veronica V. Sopher
Communicating with parents and school leaders can be intimidating, especially when those conversations are sensitive in nature, like when dealing with a security threat or student mental health issue.
A former school district communications director turned keynote speaker and strategist, Veronica V. Sopher prides herself on working with school leaders and their teams to develop replicable processes and templates designed to turn even the toughest school-home conversations into an opportunity for success.
Master strategies to build trust and establish rapport with parents and community members, so that you can communicate effectively when it matters most.
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Superintendent
Norton Public Schools, MA
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