Announcements

In this guide, you will learn

• How to create announcements
• How to send announcements
• How to manage announcements

Creating Announcements

Creating announcements can either be done with a template or from scratch.

To get started:

1. Navigate to Communications → Announcements.
2. Click + Add Announcement.

Creating from Scratch:

1. Click + New Blank Announcement.
2. Enter the announcement name, details, message, and upload an image (if needed).
3. Click Create to publish.

Creating from a Template

1. Preview available templates.
2. Click Use This Template if it fits your needs.
3. Edit details as needed.
4. Click Update to save changes.

Sending Announcements

There are multiple ways to ensure your announcement reaches the right audience.

1. Send via Email

• Click Send Emails in the announcement modal or the three-dot menu next to an announcement.
• In the pop-up window, select the announcements, choose recipients, and add external contacts if needed.

2. Post on Your Public Page

• When creating or editing an announcement, check the box "Post announcement on school public page."
• Click the Public Page link to view it.
• Copy and share the URL with anyone who needs access. (Note: Public forms are also posted here.)

3. Post on Guardian Portals

• Announcements posted to the Public Page will automatically appear on Guardian Portals, keeping parents and guardians informed.

Managing Announcements

Editing

To edit an announcement, find the announcement on the Announcements page and open it. Make edits, then click Update. Changes will be reflected in posted announcements.

Duplicating, Archiving and Deleting

To duplicate, archive, or permanently delete an announcement, go to the Announcements page and locate the announcement. Click the three-dot menu next to it and choose the desired action.

• Duplicate – Creates an identical announcement.
• Archive – Moves the announcement out of the active list while allowing it to be restored later. Archived announcements will no longer appear on the School Resource & Information page or in guardian portals.
• Delete – Permanently removes the announcement. Once deleted, it cannot be restored and will no longer appear on the School Resource & Information page or in guardian portals.