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Why Over Half of California School Districts Trust SchoolStatus
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SchoolStatus has provided us a tool to make communication easier, more transparent, and quantifiable.Dr. Ron Brown
Former Superintendent, Lumpkin County SchoolsWe’ve seen an over 50% decrease in chronic absenteeism, which is the statewide goal. We’re already there, in just one year of work.Jessica Hull
Executive Director of Communication and Community Engagement, Roseville City School DistrictThe help [SchoolStatus] gave us was amazing; I’ve never before received help like that from any company. Honestly, we feel like we want to stay with [SchoolStatus] forever.Dina Testa
Assistant Principal, Intermediate School 7 at NYCDOEEveryone wins when you stay in the loop, and SchoolStatus Connect really helped me make that happen while also saving me time.Ellen Zissis
First Grade Teacher, Chartiers Valley Primary SchoolOur families now feel that they’re not alone. They know we want to talk with them. That’s why we’re using SchoolStatus Connect.Maureen Brown
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Working at SchoolStatus is an incredible experience—our supportive team culture creates an environment where I feel valued and inspired. The company prioritizes both personal happiness and professional growth.Dr. Stephanie Walters
Customer Lifecycle Marketing ManagerI like the ease with which I can contact Families using my own personal phone without giving out my personal number. I also like that the student's contacts are readily available. This platform works well for Families to contact us, too. We can truly partner in the student's education and work towards a goal that works for all.Abigail S.
TeacherWe’ve seen an over 50% decrease in chronic absenteeism, which is the statewide goal. We’re already there, in just one year of work.Jessica Hull
Executive Director of Communication and Community Engagement, Roseville City School District
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Elevate Your School’s Message by Embracing Student Voice
Discover how students perceive school-home communication and get actionable insights to build trust, engagement, and transparency.
Download the Report
There’s a growing movement focused on including student voices in school communications. This national report from NSPRA and SchoolStatus, reveals that districts that incorporate student voice into their communication strategies see stronger family engagement, increased student confidence, and more authentic school-community connection.
Key Findings:
- 80% of respondents observe that student voice positively impacts family engagement
- 61% of districts that track comparisons report student-led content generates higher engagement than staff-created communications
- 39% of districts copy students on messages to families, often via email
“School communicators do more than share information. They help build connection, trust, and belonging in our communities,” said Barbara M. Hunter, APR, Executive Director of NSPRA. “Elevating student voice is not just a feel-good initiative. It is a powerful strategy to engage families, strengthen relationships, and improve student outcomes.”
Read the report for insights and tools to:
- Build a realistic strategy for incorporating student perspectives
- Overcome barriers such as privacy concerns and limited staff time
- Communicate directly with students (when, how, and why)
- Incorporate learnings and recommendations from school communications pros across the country
