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What 2-Way Communication Does<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Imagine if information in a classroom was only one-way. What would that look like? Perhaps it would be a teacher who didn\u2019t allow students to speak. The teacher lectures, writes notes on the whiteboard for students to copy, gives assignments, then administers tests. Here\u2019s what the teacher doesn\u2019t do: take questions, engage in discussion, or provide individualized feedback or support for future success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Makes no sense, right? Without 2-way communication in the classroom, no meaningful learning\u2014or engagement\u2014is really happening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The same goes for school\u2013home relationships. If the communication is only one-way\u2014from teacher to family\u2014it\u2019s simply an information download. No room for conversation or personalization. While school\u2013home communication is essential for sharing information, its underlying purpose is to build relationships. Strong, engaging relationships require 2-way communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How SchoolStatus Connects<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

School\u2013home communications<\/a> are as integral to a student\u2019s educational progress as the choice of curriculum or instructional method in the classroom. When a teacher reaches out to communicate a concern, families can engage and reply on the spot with follow-up questions\u2014without having to download an app or learn a new language.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SchoolStatus <\/a>Connect<\/a><\/strong> helps schools encourage stronger engagements with families via a centralized communication hub for all channels\u2014SMS, portal, email, and phone. 2-way conversations are automatically translated into the family\u2019s preferred language. Plus, it\u2019s easy to see communication history throughout each student\u2019s time in the district. SchoolStatus Connect also offers alternatives on the portal so families can choose how<\/em>, where, and in what language<\/em> they want to receive messages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Inclusive 2-way messaging helps families ask questions when they arise\u2014before things like attendance and behavioral issues become chronic problems. Direct responses from the school build trust through transparent conversations. This also provides opportunities for positive reinforcement, inspiring families to keep up the good work by hearing how best to support their students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Home adults must have easy access to communicating with teachers in their preferred language. Otherwise, neither side will likely understand. No one wants their message to get lost in translation. In many cases, translatable 2-way text messaging is most effective. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From academic achievement to behavior management to attendance, strong, consistent school-home communication is integral to student success. We have the digital capability to ensure healthy 2-way conversations. Let\u2019s use it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn More About SchoolStatus Connect<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Request a Demo<\/a> to see how SchoolStatus can partner with your school or district to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n