At a glance
- The templates in Module 2 are designed to support the methods and materials in a school's customized communication plans.
- Module 2 has information for developing frequently used communication materials.
- Module 2 also offers simple templates to use to develop materials.
Overview
The communication templates in this module are designed to support the methods/tactics and materials you identified in your communication plan. The templates can help you create professional-looking communication products without a graphic designer.
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Templates
Try to limit the amount of content on your slides. Use the Notes to script what you want to say about each slide, but don't simply script everything on the slides.
General best practice
- Use at least 24-pt font size. Use sans serif fonts such as Arial or Calibri; avoid the using serif fonts (Times New Roman).
- Keep each slide to 3–5 bullets of text, with each bullet containing only 1–2 sentences.
- Use images or graphics to break up large amounts of text.
- Avoid using white text on a black background or using highlighted text.
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The webinar template is designed to help you create streamlined, effective presentations. The template has built-in slides to include local data and contact information. It also has placeholder slides to reserve time for audience questions. You may also include a slide that lists or links to more resources. Feel free to add, edit, or rearrange the slides as needed.
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There are two different event flyer templates. Choose the one that works best for your audience and your event information.
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You can create topical postcards to convey smaller bits of information on key topics. The postcards can be printed for distribution. Or they can be saved as an image file to send electronically through email as an e-blast.
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Work with your district public information officer and CDC technical assistance team if you plan to issue a press release. The template provided is formatted as a standard press release. You may need to adapt it to meet your school district’s requirements.
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Use the Health Literacy Best Practices Checklist to develop an effective fact sheet. A fact sheet is meant to highlight key information. It also usually includes options for the reader to find more information and details, such as a website. Watch the page length, and avoid crowding the fact sheet with too much information.