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The Four Species of Social Media for Jewish Organizations
Jewish organizations don’t have one “ideal profile.” Our communities are built of every kind of Jew, each with their own connection...
Rochie Popack
Oct 5, 20253 min read


The Appetizer Effect: Why Social Media Works in Small Bites
A Simple Strategy for Drawing New People In With Every Post The server sets down a plate you didn’t order. Small. Just a few bites. But...
Rochie Popack
Sep 29, 20252 min read


When Instagram Gives You More Space…
Instagram changed the size of posts again. Now you’ve got more room on your screen: 1440 pixels instead of 1350. On the surface, that...
Rochie Popack
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Don’t Forget the Sugar: Finding the Sweet Spot in Your Organization’s Storytelling
I sat down with my coffee, finally ready for that first sip. It looked perfect. It smelled amazing. But the moment the warm taste hit my...
Rochie Popack
Sep 18, 20253 min read


When a family leaves your preschool, they are still part of your story.
Running a preschool means juggling a thousand details — and sometimes the most important ones get left behind: nurturing your alumni...
Rochie Popack
Sep 9, 20251 min read


The Power of a Parent’s Share
When something matters to us, we don’t keep it to ourselves. We tell a friend. We text a neighbor. We post a picture. In school life,...
Rochie Popack
Aug 11, 20251 min read


You Created the Moment. Now Let’s Make It Last: Storytelling in Marketing
Why capturing what’s real is the key to unforgettable school marketing You plan the event. You gather the community. You make the magic...
Rochie Popack
Aug 7, 20251 min read


Why “Meet the Teacher” Posts Might Be Missing the Moment
Every school posts a smiling teacher photo in August. You know the one, “Meet Morah Sarah!” The post gets a few likes. Maybe a comment or...
Rochie Popack
Aug 5, 20251 min read


The Vision Before the Reality: What Shabbos Chazon Teaches Us About Marketing
In Jewish tradition, Shabbos Chazon is the Shabbos of vision—when, according to the Lubavitcher Rebbe, every Jew is shown the Third Beis...
Rochie Popack
Aug 1, 20251 min read


The Moments That Matter Most in Marketing Aren’t Always the Loudest
We live in a world that tells us to chase big moments—flashy launches, viral content, attention-grabbing headlines. But in marketing,...
Rochie Popack
Jul 30, 20251 min read


When Emotion Follows the Data: A School Marketing Lesson I Didn’t Expect
What a single stat taught me about how we tell our school’s story. I almost always start with emotion. That’s what makes school marketing...
Rochie Popack
Jul 29, 20251 min read


Don’t Ask AI to Write Your Caption. Ask It This Instead.
You care deeply about what you do. Whether you're leading a Jewish day school, running a nonprofit, or showing up every day to make an...
Rochie Popack
Jul 28, 20252 min read


Marketing that Starts in the Classroom
I didn’t start in marketing. I started in a classroom. Recognizing not just what the child knows today, but who they are meant to become...
Rochie Popack
Jul 27, 20251 min read


The Post That Didn’t Land—and Why I’m Grateful
Sometimes we put our heart into a message…And it misses. It’s easy to share the wins. But it’s the misfires —the ones that sting a...
Rochie Popack
Jul 25, 20251 min read


It’s Not the Moment. It’s What We Do With It.
She’s holding a dandelion. Blowing it gently. Eyes closed, completely in it. It’s not the moment itself. It's what we do with it. It’s a...
Rochie Popack
Jul 23, 20251 min read


Why Parents Aren't Reading Your School Newsletter
If you're wondering why your beautifully formatted school newsletter isn't getting the engagement it deserves, you're not alone. It’s...
Rochie Popack
Jul 21, 20252 min read


Why This Jewish Day School Reel Works—and What It Says About the Kind of Education Parents Are Looking For
And what it says about the kind of school parents are looking for We didn’t post to show a moment. We posted to shift a mindset. We...
Rochie Popack
Jul 14, 20252 min read


When Familiar Isn’t Enough: The Quiet Power of One Simple Add-On to your Mommy and Me program
Even the most beloved Mommy & Me program can start to feel routine. This blog explores one simple shift that brings new energy, deeper connection, and more families through your doors—without adding more to your plate.
Rochie Popack
Jul 10, 20252 min read


Turning a Mural into a Message: How Great School Marketing Shows Why It Matters
Not every spray-painted wall tells a story. But this one did. It wasn’t just about art. It was about how we chose to frame it. When...
Rochie Popack
Jul 9, 20252 min read


Is Your School Showing Why It Matters—or Just What It Does?
You can post the best photos and list the most impressive programs, yet still miss the point. Prospective parents aren’t just asking what...
Rochie Popack
Jul 9, 20252 min read
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