Monday, January 14, 2013

District/School App for your phone/tablet


News Release

Contacts:        
Greenwood School District 52
Dr. Mark Petersen, Superintendent
mark@greenwood52.org

For School Connect:
Rich Stoebe 952 830-3250
richard.stoebe@jostens.com



(FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE)

Greenwood 52  Goes Mobile with School Connect™ Communications App

Free app makes Greenwood 52 information accessible through mobile devices


Ninety Six, January 14, 2013 – Greenwood 52 has  announced the release of a new, districtwide mobile communications application from School Connect, a leading developer of mobile applications for K-12 school systems and institutions.  Brought to the district by Jostens, the free mobile app is available for Apple and Android mobile devices and keeps the entire school community connected to the district’s information they need in one convenient location on users’ mobile devices.

Understanding the busy schedules of parents, students, and patrons, the district’s official mobile app from School Connect enables smartphone and tablet users to keep track of important district information and receive notices from the district, faculty, and staff, all in real-time via push and email messaging. The mobile app enhances student/community engagement by providing users with access to information like school activities, grade books, notes from teachers, athletic schedules and scores, lunch menus, and school calendars when and where they choose to view.


“Greenwood 52 district’s official mobile app empowers anyone in the community to stay connected with the information they want and need right on their mobile devices,” said Dr. Petersen. “The release of this app for the district is an example of our commitment to provide our community members all of the district’s information conveniently and easily, while making it more accessible than ever. We are excited about how our school’s app will lead to a stronger, more connected school community.” 

The School Connect mobile app is a secure and flexible communication platform that allows the district to easily manage, control and deliver content that enhances the school-to-community communications process. Features for district’s official mobile app include:


·         Push and email messaging from both the district and school site levels
       GPS mapping and navigation
       School calendars
       Online grade book access
       Tap screens for email and phone for district staff and board of trustee members
       Multiple language options, including Spanish
       Lunch menus, athletic information, and much more

The communication service was brought to the district at no cost through a partnership between School Connect and Jostens, a leading provider of products, programs and services that help people tell their stories, celebrate important traditions and recognize achievement. School Connect and Jostens understand the importance of keeping the school community connected and are providing app development and hosting services to the school district for free with no download charges for mobile users. The district app is financially supported by school-friendly and approved sponsors.

“School Connect is excited to be working with thedistrict to help reach the district’s goals for effective and accessible communications throughout the entire school community,” said Dr. Nick Migliorino, founder and president, School Connect, and former educator. “People are busier than ever and rely on their mobile devices to be connected to what matters most. School Connect allows schools and community members to stay connected through a free and robust mobile platform that will continue to evolve based on their needs.”

The Greenwood 52  School Connect app is now available to download and use for free for Apple and Android users.

About School Connect

School Connect provides communication services to school districts through Apple and Android apps distributed by Jostens at no cost to districts or users. School Connect is a part of Jostens, a leading provider of products, programs and services that help people tell their stories, celebrate important traditions and recognize achievement. 

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