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Question of the day: How and when do you think parents should be notified of a rumor concerning children’s safety at school?
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“As soon as the teachers know of it, by a phone call that day.”
Frank Salyer, 18, of Victoria, student.
“As soon as possible – as long as it’s accurate. E-mail is probably a good way, or phone. Either way.”
Nicholas Whitman, 25, of Victoria, motorcycle mechanic.
“They should be notified as soon as possible. Definitely not through social media. I think the schools should have some sort of emergency text system just like the college campus has.”
Jessica Gonzalez, 20, of Victoria, H-E-B employee.
“I guess as soon as possible, by phone, to avoid confusion.”
Randi McConathy, 31, of Victoria, secretary.
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Rumors; a very precarious perch.
Having dealt with rumors in the worst possible environment I figured I should comment and possibly share some experience.
A rumor not addressed by leadership quickly becomes fact due to the masses inability to give the benefit of the doubt. Therefore, leadership should address what they are doing about the rumor i.e. the impending investigation and the masses should give the leadership the benefit of the doubt or do something to help alleviate the rumor such as speaking with the leadership directly about what they can do to help.
Typically, that means doing everything you can to NOT perpetuate the rumor. Such as:
1. Confronting those who perpetuate the rumor and encouraging them to stop
2. Accepting and disseminating only facts
3. Seeking out the truth and ensuring its dissemination
A rumor that is accurate is no longer a rumor.
Unfortunately, about 85% of any leaders job is perception management.
Just a few thoughts.
February 7, 2012 at 10:09 p.m.Excellent question!
Thanks!