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Baldwin UFSD Mobile App and Reach
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Baldwin UFSD Is Going Mobile!Baldwin Union Free School District (UFSD) is excited to launch a mobile app to serve as a unified location for all district and school communications, as well as frequently used resources for parents and students. With the mobile app, families, students, and district employees can access real-time information anytime, anywhere!
Two-Way Communications Platform for Teachers and Parents – Reach
Within the new mobile app, the district has also incorporated a new communications platform called Reach. Similar to Remind and Class Dojo, Reach allows for two-way communication between parents and teachers. Teachers can create conversations to give feedback, information on upcoming assignments or required paperwork due dates, and class information and events. Parents and guardians can, in turn, reply directly to the teacher. The easiest way to access Reach is through the Baldwin UFSD mobile app.
Other Advantages of Using the Baldwin UFSD App- Quick access to frequently used resources, such as My School Bucks, Virtual Backpacks, and more!
- Ability to personalize settings based on communication and school preferences
- Central location for all district and school communications, including news about our students, staff and schools
- Emergency push notifications available to any Baldwin parent, student or employee who downloads the app
Next Steps: 2022-2023 Launch
Baldwin UFSD will pilot the mobile app with Lenox Elementary School families and staff first. The district will then introduce the app to all the other elementary schools and eventually, to all parents/guardians and students district wide this school year.
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Helpful Training Materials
District Mobile App- Getting Started: How to Activate and Set Up the App on Your Phone (PDF)
- How to Personalize the App Settings (PDF)
- App Icons Explained (PDF)
ReachBaldwin UFSD's two-way communications platform located within the district's mobile app is called Reach. Parents/guardians can now have conversations with teachers right from their cell phone.
With Reach, families can:
- Receive important class updates
- Ask teachers questions
- Search conversations with teachers
Watch: Introduction to Reach >>
How to Access Reach
Reach is available through the district's mobile app. You may also access Reach directly through the Reach website. However, you will miss out on all the great mobile app functionality and benefits. The mobile app is the best way to use Reach. See How to Activate and Set Up the App on Your Phone (PDF) for more information on how to access.
Reach Message Dashboard Overview
View: Step-by-Step Guide for Using Reach >>
Frequently Asked Questions - Getting Started: How to Activate and Set Up the App on Your Phone (PDF)
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What are the benefits of downloading the Baldwin UFSD mobile app?
Baldwin UFSD's mobile app was created to help streamline and improve all district communication between our schools, district office and our families.
Why download this app?
- A new way for families and teachers to more easily communicate with one another (Reach)
- Quick access to frequently used resources, such as My School Bucks, Virtual Backpacks, and more!
- Personalize settings based on communication and school preferences
- Emergency push notifications available to any Baldwin parent, student or employee who downloads the app
- Central location for all district and school communications, including news about our students, staff and schools, and important announcements
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What is Reach?
Reach is a two-way communications platform that allows parents and teachers to more easily communicate directly to one another. Similar to education apps like Remind and ClassDojo, teachers can create conversations to give feedback, information on upcoming assignments or required paperwork due dates, and class information and events, while parents can respond directly to the teacher.
Baldwin UFSD families can also expect to see updates on some of the innovative activities happening right within their child(ren)'s classroom!
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Is there training on the Baldwin UFSD mobile app and Reach?
While the mobile app and Reach are very user-friendly, to ensure for a seamless transition, training materials are available - see training section above this FAQ.
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How do I get the Baldwin UFSD mobile app?
Parents and guardians with a valid email address on file can download the app.
- Go to Apple Store or Google Play search “Baldwin School District” and click on the district app to download.
- Enter the unique username/login ID and password received from Baldwin UFSD. If you are unsure of your login credentials, please contact the Main Office of your child's school for help.
- Once you are in the app, please personalize your settings.
- To use Reach, click on the red icon
labeled "Reach: 2-way Communications"
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What is the difference between Reach and the Baldwin UFSD mobile app?
The Baldwin UFSD mobile app has various features and access to different platforms, tools, resources, etc.
One of these platforms located within the mobile app is Reach. To access Reach, families should download Baldwin UFSD mobile app.
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Will the app replace email messages, text messages, and phone calls from the district?
While the district's app will not replace email, text and phone messages at this time, the app will still help streamline all communications. For instance, within the app, there is an icon called "Emails from District" which serves as a central location for all email messages received from Baldwin UFSD and/or your child's school. As the app evolves, so will Baldwin UFSD's communication process.