Maplewood International School, a prestigious K-12 institution, faced declining student engagement with academic resources, resulting in a 25% drop in participation and a 10% decline in retention rates. To address this, the school implemented PosterBooking’s digital signage solution, installing high-end 4K displays across key campus locations. By displaying real-time updates on tutoring, counseling services, and events, the school increased awareness by 40% and improved retention rates by 15%, particularly in grades 9-12. The digital signage also reduced operational costs by 20%, replacing manual announcements with dynamic content. The solution not only boosted engagement but also contributed to long-term growth by reducing dropout rates and enhancing the overall student experience.

Background of Maplewood International School

Maplewood International School, a renowned institution in the K-12 education sector, faced declining student engagement with its academic resources and student services. By implementing a digital signage solution, the school successfully increased awareness of key resources by 40% and improved student retention rates by 15%. This case study explores the challenges, solutions, and quantifiable results that digital signage delivered.

Maplewood International School serves students from kindergarten to grade 12, providing a comprehensive academic curriculum. As a prestigious institution in the international education sector, the school prioritizes innovation in student engagement and academic success. However, the growing competition and the rise of digital learning platforms posed a challenge in keeping students aware of on-campus academic resources and support services.

Maplewood International School (MIS) Faced Low Student Engagement

The school faced low student engagement with its academic resources, such as tutoring services, career counseling, and extracurricular programs. This was reflected in declining retention rates, especially in middle and high school grades. Without adequate awareness of available academic support, students struggled to maximize the school’s offerings, and the school faced increased dropout rates.

Maplewood International School experienced a 25% decline in student engagement with academic resources over the previous academic year. Many students and parents were unaware of the school’s tutoring services, career development workshops, and mental health support initiatives. This lack of awareness led to decreased usage of these services, contributing to a 10% drop in student retention, particularly among high school students transitioning into senior years.

This problem had a direct impact on Maplewood’s student satisfaction and retention rates. With fewer students using academic support services, the school faced increased dropout rates, negatively affecting both its reputation and enrollment numbers. High school dropout rates rose by 5%, significantly affecting the school’s operational efficiency and long-term growth.

Digital Signage Implementation

Maplewood International School implement PosterBooking, a leading digital signage software, to effectively manage and update their new digital signage system. The software’s user-friendly interface and cloud-based management allowed the school to push real-time updates on academic resources, events, and support services across various locations on campus. This solution enabled the school to address the issue of low student engagement by displaying dynamic content in key areas such as hallways, auditoriums, and classrooms.

The implementation involved installing a mix of high-end 4K UHD displays and mounting devices to ensure optimal visibility and ease of use. These included the Samsung QMR Series (65-inch) and LG UH5F Series (65-inch) displays, both offering 500 nits of brightness and 24/7 operation capabilities. These screens, known for their anti-glare technology, were placed in high-traffic areas like the library, cafeteria, and student lounge. In larger spaces, such as lecture halls, the NEC C751Q (75-inch) was installed. This display, with its integrated media player and NaViSet Administrator software, provided vivid, high-impact visuals, perfect for continuously displaying academic resources and event information.

To ensure the displays were securely mounted and optimally positioned, the school utilized Chief Large Fusion Fixed Wall Mounts in the auditoriums and common areas. These heavy-duty mounts, provided the necessary support for the large screens, ensuring they were properly angled for maximum visibility by students.

Why Maplewood International School Choose PosterBooking Signage Software

Maplewood International School chose PosterBooking for its digital signage due to its cost-effectiveness, offering free access to up to 10 screens, making it a budget-friendly solution for the large campus. The ability to push real-time updates, including class cancellations and emergency alerts, ensured timely communication, while white-label customization allowed the school to maintain consistent branding.

Maplewood International School selected PosterBooking for its digital signage software based on the following key advantages

• Cost-Effective with Free Screens: The school could use up to 10 screens for free, making it a budget-friendly option for their communication needs. This allowed Maplewood to scale affordably across its large campus without straining its budget, paying only for additional screens beyond the first ten.
• Real-Time Updates: The ability to push real-time updates ensured that essential information such as class cancellations, emergency alerts, and event changes could be instantly reflected across their displays. With Amazon Firestick 4K integration, Maplewood achieved seamless and instant content updates.
• White-Label Customization: PosterBooking’s white-label feature allowed the school to maintain a consistent branding strategy. By uploading their own logos and customized content, Maplewood delivered a cohesive and professional digital experience across all signage.
• Easy Setup and Remote Management: The simple three-step setup—adding a screen, creating a playlist, and uploading content—enabled Maplewood’s IT team to quickly implement the solution without extensive training. The platform’s remote management capabilities allowed the school to centrally manage all content, reducing the need for on-site interventions and saving both time and operational costs. This flexibility was particularly beneficial for managing displays across multiple campus buildings.

Results and Outcomes

Maplewood International School saw a 40% increase in student awareness of academic resources, reflected by a significant rise in participation rates for tutoring programs, counseling services, and academic workshops. The school also improved its student retention rate by 15%, particularly in grades 9 through 12, reducing dropout rates by 5%.

The digital signage solution offered a 20% reduction in operational costs previously spent on manual announcements and flyers. The increase in student retention translated into a boost in long-term revenue, as fewer students transferred or dropped out.

Before and After Metrics

• Before: 25% drop in engagement with academic resources, 10% decline in retention.
• After: 40% increase in resource engagement, 15% improvement in retention.

Client Testimonial

Digital signage has transformed the way we communicate with our students. They are more aware of the resources available to them, and as a result, we’ve seen a significant uptick in engagement. The increase in student retention speaks volumes to the effectiveness of this solution.”Dr. Emily Lawson, Principal, Maplewood International School.