As a school administrator, you are constantly pressed for time and are responsible for managing a wide range of responsibilities. One of the most important tasks you face is effectively communicating with parents, students, and staff. With so many communication solutions available, it can be overwhelming to determine which one is the best fit for your school. While cost is certainly a consideration, it's important to remember that the right communication system can save you time, improve communication and engagement, and ultimately benefit your school community.

To help make your decision-making process easier, we've created a 10-point checklist of key features to look for when evaluating a new school communication system. Our list includes key considerations such as compatibility with your school website, a custom mobile app, digital signage, and an easy-to-use content management system.

One of the most important features to consider is compatibility with your school website. By syncing the communication system with your website, you can ensure that parents and students have easy access to important information and resources. A custom mobile app can also provide a convenient and accessible way for parents and students to stay informed and engaged with the school. Additionally, a digital signage option can be used to display important announcements and updates in high-traffic areas of the school, such as the main office or cafeteria.

Another important feature to consider is the system's content management system. The communication system should have an intuitive and user-friendly content management system that allows administrators to easily create and distribute information to their audience. Automated notifications such as attendance, emergency alerts and scheduled events can also save time and streamline communication.

In addition to these features, our list also includes other considerations such as customizable templates, a parent and student portal, multi-language support, security, and reporting and analytics capabilities. These features will help you to better serve your diverse student population, protect sensitive information, and make data-driven decisions.

It's important to remember that while cost is a consideration, investing in the right communication system can save you time and improve communication and engagement within your school community. We hope that this 10-point checklist will help you make an informed decision when choosing a new school communication system.

1. Compatibility with school website: The communication system should be able to easily sync with the school's website, allowing for seamless integration and streamlined communication with parents and students.
2. Custom mobile app: A custom mobile app can provide a convenient and accessible way for parents and students to stay informed and engaged with the school.
3. Digital Signage: A digital signage option can be used to display important announcements and updates in high-traffic areas of the school, such as the main office or cafeteria.  This should include syncing with a digital marquee.
4. Easy to use content management system: The communication system should have an intuitive and user-friendly content management system that allows administrators to easily create and distribute information to their audience.
5. Automated notifications: The system should have the ability to send automated notifications such as attendance, emergency alerts and scheduled events.
6. Customizable templates: The communication system should allow for customizable templates for different types of communications, such as newsletters, announcements, and emergency alerts.
7. Parent and student portal: A parent and student portal allows for easy access to important information and resources, such as grades, attendance records, and class schedules.
8. Multi-language support: The communication system should support multiple languages to better serve a diverse student population.
9. Security: The system should have robust security measures in place to protect sensitive information and ensure data privacy.
10. Reporting and analytics: The communication system should provide reporting and analytics capabilities to help administrators track the success of their communications and make data-driven decisions.

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