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title: "Make navigating COVID-19 easier with brightwheel"
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# Make navigating COVID-19 easier with brightwheel

## We’re here to help you operate safely, give families peace of mind, and empower staff to continue delivering quality education.

[Connect with our team](/demo)

### Ensure safety & compliance

- ![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/germs-150x150.png) Minimize the spread of germs Replace pen and paper with contactless check-in, digital daily sheets, and online payments
- ![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/monitor-health-150x150.png) Monitor student and staff health Conduct health screens at check-in, log health checks throughout the day, and track staff vaccines
- ![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/ratios-schedules-150x150.png) Adhere to room ratios Easily set and track room ratios for each room throughout the day to ensure compliance at all times

![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/quick-scan-touchless-cropped.gif)

### Give families peace of mind

- ![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/communications-150x150.png) Stay in close communication Send messages, emergency alerts, and newsletters, and ensure families never miss important updates
- ![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/miltesones-150x150.png) Build trust with families Share photos, videos, and milestones to keep families connected when face time with teachers is limited

![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/peace-of-mind-1-885x1024.png)

### Invest in & support your staff

- ![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/access-online-150x150.png) Give staff an easy, tech-forward tool Simplify daily reporting, parent communications, and lesson plan sharing in case of closures or illnesses
- ![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/save-hours-150x150.png) Save each staff 20 hours a month Encourage staff to focus more of their time on students, not busywork, making their days more fulfilling
- ![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/staff-recognition-150x150.png) Help staff feel recognized Empower staff to showcase their skills and build relationships with families, even when face time is limited

![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/less-stres-1024x948.png)

### Operate with less stress

- ![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/access-online-150x150.png) Manage your admissions online Streamline your end-to-end admissions process all online, making it safer and easier for families to apply
- ![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/distance-learning-150x150.png) Manage and view schedules Easily track staff and student schedules, so you can be better prepared for upcoming absences
- ![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Orange-communication-1-150x150.png) Access and support when needed Rest easy with live chat and secure access to your most critical operations from anywhere, all from your app

![Image](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/be-prepared-1-1024x776.png)

> During COVID, when we’re not allowing parents into the building, brightwheel provides a meaningful connection between the school, teachers, parents, and the students!
> 
> Fran E, Preschool Director

See how [First Kids Academy](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/blog/case-study-first-kids-academy)
 avoided a COVID-19 outbreak and how [Laurel Heights](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/blog/case-study-laurel-heights)
 stays connected with 125+ families all with brightwheel.

## Make navigating COVID-19 easier. Don’t wait.

[Request a demo](https://brightwhedev.wpengine.com/demo/)