In 2023, we soft-launched "Rooms", a new communication app designed to streamline and enhance communication between families and our schools. By now, your teacher has notified you whether or not they will be using the app.
Powered by Thrillshare, Rooms is integrated directly into our Rose Hill Schools district app, making it easier than ever for parents and guardians to stay connected with teachers and staff.
This year, more of our teachers and faculty are using this communication tool to keep parents and students informed of what's going on in their child's classrooms.
(To find out if your child's teacher is using Rooms, email them -- and try to convince them it is WELL worth it!)
Where to Download the District App
You can download our district app for free from the App Store (iPhone/iOS) or Google Play Store (Android). To ensure a smooth experience, keep your phoneβs operating system up to date. The app is compatible with Android version 8+ and iPhone version 7+. Just search for Rose Hill Schools and look for our Rocket logo.
Do I Need to Download Rooms Separately?
No need! Rooms is seamlessly built into our district app. This means you can manage all your school-related communicationβfrom messaging your childβs teacher to staying informed about school eventsβwithin a single app. Simply switch to Rooms with one click from within the district app.
What is Rooms and How Does It Simplify School Communication?
Rooms offers secure, two-way messaging between families and their childβs school. Teachers can send announcements, broadcasts, and personalized messages to parents, guardians, and students. In turn, families can easily reach out to teachers and staff, all within one secure platform. By consolidating communication into a single app, Rooms eliminates the need to juggle multiple channels like texts, emails, and social media, providing a more streamlined experience for everyone.
Who Can Use the District App and Rooms?
The district app is available for everyone, including community members who want to stay informed about school events and news. However, Rooms is a secure environment specifically for families with active students in our district, as well as teachers, staff, and administrators. Access to Rooms requires a login and password, ensuring that all communications are secure and directed to the correct recipients. If you havenβt received an invitation to sign up for Rooms, please contact your school directly.
Is Rooms Free for Teachers, Parents, and Guardians?
Yes! Our district has invested in Rooms, so thereβs no cost to teachers, parents, or guardians. All features of the app are available to you at no charge.
Can I Access School News and Updates in One Place?
Absolutely! When you use the district app, you not only gain access to Rooms for communication but also the districtβs live feed, news, events, and more. Youβll have access to your childβs school-specific information, including dining menus, announcements, and important updates. Rooms also provides an easy way to communicate with your childβs teachers at the classroom level, while the rest of the app keeps you connected to the broader school community.
How Should I Use Rooms for Communication?
Rooms is your go-to for all communication with teachers and staff. Whether you have questions about your childβs performance, need details on upcoming assignments, or just want to build a stronger relationship with your childβs teachers, Rooms is the perfect tool. Studies have shown that increased parent-teacher communication leads to better student outcomes, including higher test scores and improved class participation. Rooms helps facilitate this vital communication while providing a secure, efficient way to stay engaged with your childβs education.
Whatβs the Difference Between Rooms and the Thrillshare App?
Rooms is part of our district app and is the only app that parents and guardians need. Staff members will continue to use the Thrillshare app for publishing class information, sharing announcements, and sending messages. If you are both a staff member and a parent or guardian, youβll need both apps and should register for Rooms using your personal email address.
Will the App Work on My Phone?
Yes! The app will work on phones with Android version 8+ or iOS version 6S+. As long as your phoneβs operating system is up to date, the district app should work seamlessly.
Can I Use a Web Browser to Communicate with My Childβs Teacher?
Yes, you can! Families can log in to Rooms using a web browser by visiting edurooms.com.
For more information on how to get started with Rooms, check out the following links:
Weβre SO excited to offer this tool to our community and look forward to enhancing communication across our district with Rooms!
If you are having trouble accessing "ROOMS", please contact your child's school.