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COMMUNICATIONS

Student Communication System

The communications system is a core module of Maestro SIS that helps education providers streamline messaging, improve engagement, and automate notifications for staff, students, and families. By embedding communications directly into the SIS, institutions eliminate fragmented tools and maintain consistent, secure, and auditable messaging across academic and administrative workflows.

STUDENT COMMUNICATION SOFTWARE

Strengthen Communication Across Every Learning Environment

Maestro's student communication software, built directly within our school management software, helps K–12 schools, higher education institutions, career and trade schools, and professional training programs manage messaging efficiently.

With Maestro SIS, institutions can engage both prospective and current students, improve enrollment, boost retention, and support student success — all through a single, secure platform.

All communications — including email, SMS, and in-system notifications — are logged and tied directly to each student's record, ensuring consistent, auditable, and secure interactions.

Learn more: Better Online Communication for Teachers & Students

See how communications supports Admissions workflows and student engagement from inquiry through enrollment.

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FEATURES

Comprehensive Student Communication Software

Strengthen engagement across K–12, higher education, vocational, and professional training programs with Maestro SIS's integrated student communication system module. All messages—email, SMS, and in-system notifications—are securely tied to student records, giving institutions full visibility while supporting enrollment, retention, and student success initiatives.

Centralized Communication Logs & Reporting

Track every interaction with leads, applicants, and enrolled students using a centralized SIS communications system. Maestro SIS logs all messages in one place, enabling administrators to generate detailed communication reports by school, program, campus, or department.

Learn more: Reporting & Analytics →

Email & SMS Messaging

Send fully integrated email and SMS messages directly from the SIS. Features include two-way communication, HTML email support, centralized inboxes, permanent message logs, and automated notifications tied to enrollment, applications, or academic progress. SMS integrations with platforms like Twilio enable targeted updates for individual students, classes, programs, or campuses — keeping communication timely and relevant.

Faculty & Advisor Communication Tracking

Maintain full visibility into teacher and advisor interactions with students. Built-in alerts notify staff when follow-ups are overdue, supporting proactive advising, timely interventions, and improved academic outcomes. All communication history is stored within the SIS for continuity and compliance.

Automated & Personalized Outreach

Engage students at the right time using automated message templates and smart notifications within the SIS communications system. Trigger personalized messages for course registration, academic milestones, assignment reminders, financial deadlines, or program announcements.

Student & Guardian Portals

Extend the communications system to families and students through mobile-friendly Student & Guardian Portals. Users receive real-time access to messages, announcements, grades, attendance, and notifications—all connected directly to the SIS.

Read: Boosting Engagement with Student Portals That Truly Work →

Grouping, Targeting & Engagement Analytics

Segment students by grade, program, enrollment status, or custom attributes to send bulk messages efficiently. Track delivery, opens, and clicks with detailed logs to evaluate communication effectiveness. Analytics help institutions optimize outreach and engagement strategies across all learning environments.

IMPACT

Why a Communications System & Student Communication Software Matters

  • Strengthens connections with students, families, and staff
  • Supports compliance with logged, auditable messages
  • Reduces manual messaging and administrative overhead
  • Maintains consistent data across SIS modules

Student Satisfaction

Happier, more informed students

Retention Rates

Keep students enrolled

Family Trust

Build stronger relationships

Accountability

Track academic progress

Staff Efficiency

Automate repetitive communication tasks and free up time for meaningful student interactions

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a communication system within a Student Information System?
A communication system within a SIS is an integrated module that enables institutions to manage email, SMS, notifications, announcements, and communication logs—all tied directly to student records and institutional data.
How does communication tracking support student retention?
By capturing and reporting on all outreach—emails, texts, and notifications—institutions can identify engagement gaps early, tailor messages to at-risk students, and maintain consistent follow-ups that improve retention outcomes.
Can Maestro SIS send bulk and targeted messages?
Yes. Maestro SIS allows institutions to segment recipients by grade, program, enrollment status, or custom attributes and send bulk messages with scheduled delivery for maximum impact.
Does the system support SMS texting?
Yes. Maestro SIS supports SMS messaging through Twilio integration, enabling institutions to reach students and guardians via text alongside traditional email and in-system notifications.
Are all communications logged for compliance?
Yes. Every email, SMS, and notification is stored within the SIS with timestamps, recipients, and content details—providing a complete audit trail for regulatory compliance and institutional accountability.
Does communication integrate with portals and mobile devices?
Yes. All communications flow directly through mobile-friendly Student & Guardian Portals, giving students and families real-time access to messages, grades, attendance, and announcements from any device.

Ready to Modernize Communication?

Maestro SIS centralizes and automates student, parent, and staff communications, helping institutions boost engagement, retention, and student success.