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Canyon ISD Communications

The Canyon ISD Communications Department helps families, staff, community members and the media stay informed and connected to Canyon ISD.

Whether you're looking for district news, need help sharing information, have a media request or want to connect with Canyon ISD, our team is here to help. We coordinate communications across the district, support our schools and departments, share the stories of our students and staff, and build connections with the communities we serve — all in support of Empowering Lifelong Success.

How Can We Help?

Families & Community
Stay connected with what’s happening across Canyon ISD. Find district news, important updates, events, student and staff stories, and more through our website, ParentSquare and social media. 
Follow Canyon ISD: Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | X

Community Events & Flyer Requests 
Have an event, program or opportunity you’d like to share with Canyon ISD families? Community organizations may submit a flyer for consideration using our Flyer Distribution Request Form. Approved flyers are included in our weekly E-Flyer, shared with Canyon ISD staff, parents and students.
 

News Media
Looking for information, an interview or an official Canyon ISD statement? The Communications Department is the primary contact for all media inquiries and can connect reporters with the appropriate district staff and resources. 
Media Contact: Kirstyn Tarr, Coordinator of District Communications
 

Emergency Communications
During severe weather, emergencies or other critical incidents, Canyon ISD provides timely, accurate and verified information to families, staff and the community. Official district updates are shared through Canyon ISD communication channels, including ParentSquare.
 

Partner with Canyon ISD
Interested in connecting your business or organization with Canyon ISD? We work with businesses, organizations and community leaders to build meaningful partnerships that support our schools, students and community. Our department also coordinates the Canyon ISD Business & Community Leaders Luncheon.
 

Share a Canyon ISD Story
Know about a student, staff member, program or accomplishment worth celebrating? We help tell the Canyon ISD story by highlighting achievements, programs and experiences across our district through social media, our website, photography, video and media outreach.
 

Communications Support for Canyon ISD Staff
Communications Department supports Canyon ISD staff with messaging, communication planning, media requests, promotions, districtwide communications and other communication needs. Canyon ISD Brand Guidelines

Meet Our Team

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Kirstyn Tarr
Coordinator of District Communications
kirstyn.tarr@canyonisd.net

 

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Christian Nicholson
Media & Communications Specialist
christian.nicholson@canyonisd.net

 

Submit Open Records Requests To:

Mandy Carleton
Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
amanda.carleton@canyonisd.net