Running a successful microschool requires more than just providing quality education to your students. It also requires building a supportive community that nurtures the growth and development of both students and their families. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips and strategies on how to build a supportive community for your microschool.

1. Host Community Events:
   Hosting community events is a great way to bring together students, parents, and teachers. These events can be anything from potlucks to field trips to holiday celebrations. Not only do these events provide an opportunity for families to connect and get to know each other, but they also help to create a sense of belonging within the microschool community.
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2. Encourage Parent Involvement:
   Encourage parents to get involved in the microschool community by volunteering for events, helping out with projects, or serving on a parent committee. Parent involvement helps to create a sense of ownership and investment in the success of the microschool, and it also allows parents to have a voice in the direction of the school.
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3. Foster Open Communication:
   Foster open communication between teachers, parents, and students. Encourage teachers to communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress and any concerns they may have. Similarly, encourage parents to communicate with teachers about any questions or concerns they may have. Open communication helps to build trust and strengthens relationships within the community.
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4. Create a Social Media Presence: Create a social media presence for your microschool on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. This allows families to stay connected and engaged with the microschool community even outside of school hours. You can share updates, photos, and important information about events or activities happening at the school.
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5. Partner with Local Businesses: Partnering with local businesses can be a great way to build a supportive community for your microschool. Consider reaching out to local businesses and organizations to see if they would be interested in sponsoring a school event or donating supplies to the school. This helps to build connections between the school and the local community, while also providing resources for the school.

About Omella

Omella is an intuitive Microschool platform that simplifies payment and form processes, allowing microschool owners to save on credit card fees and hundreds of hours per month. Whether it's a $10,000 tuition payment or forms and waivers, Omella makes it easy to accept payments and collect information with over 100 ready-to-use templates for microschools. These templates include forms for waivers, pickup authorization, allergy notification, Chromebook checkout agreement, and more.

One of Omella's greatest advantages is its user-friendly interface, designed to be accessible for both school owners and parents/students. With just a few minutes of setup time, you can start using the platform right away, without needing any technical expertise or training.