Bloomz

Bloomz is an application that aims to simplify the lives of teachers by providing a platform for them to communicate and coordinate with parents. It is recommended by both WeAreTeachers and The Cornerstone for Teachers as a tool for building relationships with families. With Bloomz, teachers can securely share photos and updates about their classroom, as well as instantly message parents and coordinate events and volunteers.

Teachers can use Bloomz to post class updates and share pictures, and see who has viewed them. They can also manage their events and calendar, with built-in reminders to help them stay organized. Scheduling parent-teacher conferences is made easy with Bloomz, as it can be done in just a few seconds. Teachers can also sign up volunteers with just a few simple steps. The messaging feature allows teachers to communicate with one or more parents without sharing their personal cell phone numbers. They can also send alerts and notifications for urgent matters to both phone and email with just one click. Parents can be invited to join Bloomz via email or class code, ensuring privacy for all users.

For parents, Bloomz offers a free sign-up option and the ability to receive notifications via SMS/text messaging. They can choose between push and email notifications, as well as the frequency of these notifications. With one-click translations available in 80 languages, parents can read posts in their preferred language. They can also use Bloomz to communicate with other parents for play dates, carpooling, and more.

Bloomz has received numerous awards and recognition, including being named the New Education Product of 2016 by EdTech Digest and receiving the National Parenting Center Seal of Approval. It has also been recognized by Tech & Learning, CIO Review, and the Stevie Awards. With its user-friendly features and focus on communication and coordination, Bloomz is a valuable tool for both teachers and parents in the education community.