School messenger is a simple way for teachers to communicate with students and parents that is integrated into PowerTeacher. Below are simple instructions on how to use Messenger and send a test message. If you would like more detailed instructions please see the link below.
Sending Your First Broadcast
Step 0: Open Message Sender
1. Log in to PowerTeacher
2. Click on Message Sender on the left hand menu
Step 1: Subject & Recipients
1. Enter a Subject (e.g. My First Broadcast)
2. Select a Type (Default is Teacher Messaging)
3. Click Add Me and check your contact details
4. Click the green Continue button in the lower right when you are sure your contact details are correct
Step 2: Message Content
1. Verify “From” details
a. From Name
b. From Email
c. Reply to Email (Can be different than “From Email”)
d. Subject
b. From Email
c. Reply to Email (Can be different than “From Email”)
d. Subject
2. Compose Body of Email
3. Click the green Save button in the lower right
Step 3: Review & Send
Your Broadcast should contain 1 recipient. Click Send Now on the lower right to get your Test Broadcast underway.
Check your Email
Now check your email. You should see the message you just sent!
Review your Broadcast Report
Finally, you should have also received an email report summarizing your Broadcast. After each Broadcast, an email is sent with a report displaying the delivery results.
Detailed Instructions
Thank you Lena Hand for creating this how-to!
