CESA 6

Helping teachers and administrators in the state of Wisconsin.

While working at Untitled Creative Studio, I worked with Wisconsin based education system, CESA6, on a variety of projects. In 2015, they came to us requesting help redesigning and marketing a more unified suite of web apps for school districts in Wisconsin called, “4Schools.” Aimed at helping teachers and administrators, the application suite streamlined assignments, boosted collaboration, and fostered better communication between staff, students, and parents — all allowing them to focus their time on what matters the most, the students.

Role: Strategy, Concepting, IA/UI/UX, Visual Design

Creating a Seamless User Experience

In order to achieve a more unified experience by those using the apps on a variety of devices, we knew we needed to create a solid foundation for 4Schools that allowed for growth and long-term change. Working with CESA 6 project management and development teams I created a design language system. The system allowed developers, designers, and project managers to communicate more effectively with one another. As well as save them time by using a defined library of consistent styles and reusable components.

Content Management Systems Made Easy

As the largest application in the app suite, I was ready for the challenge. Working closely with CESA 6, we created a content management system that allowed school districts and their schools to create unique websites reflecting the community and keeping them informed. The system was easy to learn and maintain by school staff and allowed teachers to manage class notes, assignments, photographs, and calendars.

Helping Grow Special Needs Students

The IEP system in Wisconsin can be confusing and overwhelming. Which is exactly why we knew we needed to develop an app that would instill confidence in those using it. Standing for Special Education Electronic Data, the SEEDS app allows schools to more accurately record, track progress, and report daily information required about special need students.

Simplifying With One Master Calendar

Integrated with other 4Schools applications, the calendar app allows school districts and schools to easily update and maintain all of their calendars from one place — allowing communities where the schools reside to receive the most updated information when they need it — school lunch menus, student assignments, school events, and more.