Communication
Conversations and chat controls
Channel-based messaging, moderation settings, and staff-student communication rules.
This communication guide covers parent communication app schools for K-12 day schools. Whether you are evaluating cloud school management software or configuring Schoolyi after go-live, you will find practical steps for school notice board software, school announcement system - written for administrators and staff, not developers.
Last updated July 24, 2026
Conversations provide channel chat between staff and students. The pilot uses polling (~few seconds on open threads) rather than WebSockets. School administrators configure who can initiate chats and moderation policies.
- /conversations - channel list and message threads
- /conversations/[id] - active conversation view
- /conversations/settings - school-wide chat policies
- Chat controls - restrict student-initiated DMs where required
- Staff-only channels - departmental groups without student access
Common questions
Quick answers in plain language.
What is parent communication app schools?+
Channel-based messaging, moderation settings, and staff-student communication rules. This is a core topic in Communication on Schoolyi.
How do I set up conversations and chat controls in school management software?+
Follow the steps in this guide during notices, messages, and notifications. Start with getting-started docs if you are new to Schoolyi, then apply the workflows here for your school year.
How does Schoolyi handle conversations?+
Channel-based messaging, moderation settings, and staff-student communication rules.
Is there a parent communication app schools guide for school administrators?+
Yes. This article is part of the public Communication documentation at /docs - written for administrators, operators, and IT teams.
Who manages conversations and chat controls at a typical K-12 school?+
Usually communication and front-office staff responsible for parent communication app schools. Teachers and finance may have scoped access depending on your role configuration.
Does Schoolyi support school notice board software?+
Yes. Schoolyi is a cloud school management system (SMS) with connected modules on one student roster and academic calendar. See related guides below or contact us for a demo focused on parent communication app schools.
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- Notices and messaging
School notices with scheduled publish, audience email, messages, and conversations.
- Notifications
In-app notification center, email delivery, deep links, and transport preference channels.
- Notices workflow
Create, target, schedule, publish, and retire school notices.
- Conversations setup and usage
Chat policies, channels, moderation, and poll-based delivery for pilot.
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School software terms
school management system (SMS) · student information system (SIS) · school ERP · parent portal · full glossary · Ask Schoolyi
