School Web Design Strategies, Inspiration and Tools
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From The Finalsite Blog
Dive into our library of blog posts of examples, strategies, tips and inspiration to help you improve your school's website.
![dana hall website in laptop]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1642777964/finalsite/wyop9i9nhczcdefgddaj/danahall-feature.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1642777964/finalsite/wyop9i9nhczcdefgddaj/danahall-feature.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1642777964/finalsite/wyop9i9nhczcdefgddaj/danahall-feature.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1642777964/finalsite/wyop9i9nhczcdefgddaj/danahall-feature.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1642777964/finalsite/wyop9i9nhczcdefgddaj/danahall-feature.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642777964/finalsite/wyop9i9nhczcdefgddaj/danahall-feature.png","width":1920}])
Mia Charette
Influenced by the increased time families are spending online, the top school web design trends for 2022 are all about enhancing the user experience for all.
![dana hall school website in laptop on desk]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1638972256/finalsite/jo75rn42kyiozrr1ri0x/danahall-mockup.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1638972256/finalsite/jo75rn42kyiozrr1ri0x/danahall-mockup.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1638972256/finalsite/jo75rn42kyiozrr1ri0x/danahall-mockup.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1638972256/finalsite/jo75rn42kyiozrr1ri0x/danahall-mockup.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1638972256/finalsite/jo75rn42kyiozrr1ri0x/danahall-mockup.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1638972256/finalsite/jo75rn42kyiozrr1ri0x/danahall-mockup.png","width":1920}])
Angelo Otterbein
What a school website round-up for November! See which school websites launched last month and get inspired!
![cotter schools website in laptop on brown table]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1636403437/finalsite/wu2jjhlcrn1dxb2ixybq/cotterschoolslaptopontable.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1636403437/finalsite/wu2jjhlcrn1dxb2ixybq/cotterschoolslaptopontable.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1636403437/finalsite/wu2jjhlcrn1dxb2ixybq/cotterschoolslaptopontable.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1636403437/finalsite/wu2jjhlcrn1dxb2ixybq/cotterschoolslaptopontable.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1636403437/finalsite/wu2jjhlcrn1dxb2ixybq/cotterschoolslaptopontable.jpg","width":1440}])
Angelo Otterbein
From Ohio to Japan and everywhere in between — check out the schools and districts around the world who launched new websites in October!
![a man holding an iPhone]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1634128994/finalsite/ykngzcyc5qa4qne3mao6/Infographics-Mockup.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1634128994/finalsite/ykngzcyc5qa4qne3mao6/Infographics-Mockup.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1634128994/finalsite/ykngzcyc5qa4qne3mao6/Infographics-Mockup.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1634128994/finalsite/ykngzcyc5qa4qne3mao6/Infographics-Mockup.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1634128994/finalsite/ykngzcyc5qa4qne3mao6/Infographics-Mockup.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1634128994/finalsite/ykngzcyc5qa4qne3mao6/Infographics-Mockup.jpg","width":1690}])
Mia Major
Make your school’s story more memorable through the use of creative and captivating infographics.
![Harpeth Hall website displayed on a laptop]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1633619764/finalsite/a5gwzddw3k3ht7c22pkg/Haprth_Hall_Mockup.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1633619764/finalsite/a5gwzddw3k3ht7c22pkg/Haprth_Hall_Mockup.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1633619764/finalsite/a5gwzddw3k3ht7c22pkg/Haprth_Hall_Mockup.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1633619764/finalsite/a5gwzddw3k3ht7c22pkg/Haprth_Hall_Mockup.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1633619764/finalsite/a5gwzddw3k3ht7c22pkg/Haprth_Hall_Mockup.jpg","width":1571}])
connor gleason
Learn website redesign tips, best practices, and the strategies for a successful launch from the team at Harpeth Hall.
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Additional Resources
Blogs just don't cut it? We get it! That's why we have an entire library of additional resources on school web design you'll love!
- Guide / Template
Follow this step-by-step guide to make every PDF you export, ADA-compliant and accessible.
This style guide cheat sheet will help you craft the perfect style guide for your school blog.
- eBook / Report
Need a compliant and accessible website by the new January, 2018 deadline? This eBook is your go-to resource for an overview of legislation, and strategies for building and maintaining a compliant website.
- eBook / Report
Learn how to optimize your college or university's homepage and landing pages for high engagement and improved performance in search.
- eBook / Report
This research study of 70 school websites across the globe shares insight into how a "Why" page can impact your admissions traffic and conversions.
- eBook / Report
Learn how to successfully launch a new public school district website with the right vendor.
Find Inspiration From Our Recent Launches
See the work of our deployment and design teams in action with our most recent school website launches.
Download Finalsite’s Website Redesign Playbook
Is it time for a redesign? Use The Website Redesign Playbook as your guide for success during the entire process.