This is an example of the Important Announcement App
Do I Need a New Design?
If you're not sure, here are just a few items to consider:
Does your website present information in a clear, concise and accessible manner? It is important to avoid cluttering your homepage with excessive text, images, and video. Remove unnecessary distractions and focus on a clean design, relevant to users. Ensure your pages meet accessibility standards.
Is your template responsive? Your website should adjust to the device used, without requiring users to zoom and pan.
Is the homepage easy to navigate? A main function of a homepage is to direct users around your site, so it is important that visitors do so with ease.
Has it been a few years since you have updated your website design? If your site's design has not changed in a few years, it is worthwhile to look at templates that are now available. You can freshen your site's look without altering navigation, keeping visitors interested but not frustrated by change.
Is your template retired? Retired templates will not receive updates. Check to see if your template is retired by reviewing the list of retired templates or easily contact us at wns@e1b.org.
Check for accessibility issues, make changes as needed
Reformat content to conform to new template
Check for spelling/grammar issues & broken links
Transfer content into the new format
Edit Photos
Set up the homepage gallery using images supplied by the district
Set up other homepage images (will vary per template)
Channel Navigation (Optional)
Make adjustments to the channel bar (main menu)
Create channel homepages (optional)
Move sections as needed
Publish New Template
Activate and apply template
Move apps into new regions
Conduct final review
Make final adjustments as needed
Homepage Editor Training
Review new process for updating content
Discuss district guidelines for homepage content
Go over best practices for content and image presentation
Review basic accessibility tips for content
Design-Ready Templates
Those with Template Library Subscription can change templates at any time. Ask us today if your district has a subscription!
Why Choose Us?
Accessibility in Mind
Accessibility in Mind ♿
Template Upgrades are not only made for aesthetic changes. We strive to make all new content added ADA Compliant and Accessible for all website users.
Experience
Our Knowledge 💡
Our team has worked with over 80 WNY School Districts
Dedication
Our Dedication ⏲
We take the time to try and test what works and looks the best for your website. We don't believe it needs to just look pretty, we believe a solid website structure will help all users.
Strategy
Strategy 📝
Prior to any Website Template Upgrade we will develop a plan with you to figure out what changes will lead to success.