FreshSchools
FreshSchools is our main communication and coordination tool for the Highlands PAC
We use it to share PAC news, events, calendars, and volunteer opportunities—all in one place. It helps families stay informed, connected, and engaged in school life, while making it easy to sign up for activities, receive reminders, and access important resources.
If you are a new family joining Highlands, sign up for FreshSchools here.
Stay up-to-date with classroom events and volunteer opportunities, school-wide events and more.
Receive the PAC's weekly newsletter highlighting upcoming events and fundraisers
FAQs
How can I sign-up for FreshSchools?
If you have not created an account for your family in FreshSchools, register here
Note: Register from the website, not the app.
How can I add a sibling to my FreshSchools account?
Follow the steps posted on the FreshSchools "Learn" page here.
Do I have to sign-up?
FreshSchools is a voluntary tool for Highlands families to stay connected. The PAC uses it to share school-wide information such as upcoming events, fundraisers, and volunteer opportunities.
Classroom reps also use FreshSchools to communicate with parents in their divisions.
Please note: teachers may prefer to communicate about your child or classroom directly by email. For any classroom-specific matters, reach out to your teacher directly.
Our goal is to make it easier for families to access information, stay engaged, and feel connected to the Highlands community. We hope you find FreshSchools helpful!
Is FreshSchools Secure?
Yes. FreshSchools uses bank-level security (256-bit SSL encryption) to keep all information safe. Only registered parents, staff, and teachers at Highlands have access. Data is backed up daily in secure, certified data centers, and FreshSchools has signed the Student Privacy Pledge to ensure privacy remains a top priority.
Read more about FreshSchools security here:
https://www.freshschools.com/security/
FreshSchools Tips and Tricks
Freshschools.com has a variety of help articles to get you started. Visit https://www.freshschools.com/learn/ for more information.
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