CASE STUDY
Kapaun Mt. Carmel High School
OVERVIEW
Kapaun Catholic School in Wichita, Kansas,is a community-centered institution that prides itself on providing a nurturing educational environment. To further enhance communication with students, parents, and the community, the school decided to invest in a digital sign from Next LED Signs. This decision was part of their broader effort to modernize their outreach and keep their community informed with real-time information.
Before the installation, the school relied on traditional signage and word-of-mouth to communicate events, announcements, and general information. However, as the school’s events and communication needs grew, the limitations of static signs became more apparent. Kapaun Catholic School needed a solution that was dynamic, engaging, and capable of reaching a broad audience effectively.
CLIENT: Kapaun Mt. Carmel High School
PITCH: ONYX 10MM
PIXEL MATRIX: 270px x 120px
The Challenge: Overcoming the Limits of Static Signage
Before installing their digital display, Kapaun Catholic School faced several communication hurdles:
- Static Sign Limitations: The school’s legacy physical sign lacked flexibility and required a labor-intensive process to update content.
- Community Engagement: The school needed a more noticeable way to engage with the thousands of community members who passed by the campus daily.
- Time-Sensitive Communication: Frequent school events, fundraisers, and weather alerts were difficult to communicate effectively using traditional methods.
The Solution: High-Definition, Cloud-Managed Communication
NEXT LED Signs implemented a modern solution that transformed how the school interacts with its audience:
- Strategic Entry Placement: The ONYX 10mm sign was positioned at the front of the school to capture both pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
- Effortless Content Management: Equipped with intuitive software, staff can now update messages in minutes, eliminating the cost of manual sign changes.
- Enhanced Multimedia Capabilities: The sign allows the school to showcase everything from student achievements to community event invitations with vibrant graphics.
“Our sign has proven to be a consistently reliable and an invaluable asset to our organization. It has served as a vital communication tool, delivering important information and updates to our students, parents, and community with clarity and efficiency. Next LED has shown a strong commitment to both product quality and customer satisfaction.
Over the years, their team has been highly responsive whenever we’ve needed service support. On the rare occasions when parts required attention, Next has honored their warranty without hesitation, ensuring that any issues were resolved promptly and professionally.”
— Julie Valliere Arnold Kapaun Catholic School
The Results: Increased Attendance and Operational Efficiency
The addition of the Next LED sign brought significant positive changes to Kapaun Catholic School:
Enhanced Communication
The school now has the ability to instantly update messages about upcoming events, school closures, important dates, and community news. Parents and students are better informed, and the school can now communicate with the entire community efficiently.
Messages can be scheduled in advance or updated in real-time to address changes, such as weather-related closures or emergency alerts.
Increased Community Engagement
The sign’s visibility has greatly increased the school’s presence in the community. Locals who pass by the school daily now receive important updates, which has increased community involvement in school events.
The school has noticed an uptick in attendance at school events, fundraisers, and sporting games, as people in the area are more aware of what’s happening at the school.
Improved Event Promotion
The sign allows the school to highlight specific events with vibrant, engaging content. It can display graphics, photos, and videos, giving more life to announcements and creating a sense of excitement about upcoming events.
LED sign advertising for sports events and fundraising campaigns has been especially effective, helping boost attendance and participation.
Time & Cost Effeciency
Updating the sign has become a quick and easy process. Gone are the days of manually changing static letters on a sign board. The school can now update messages in minutes, whether it’s a simple text announcement or a more complex graphic.
This efficiency has saved the school both time and money that would otherwise be spent on maintaining and updating traditional signage.
Aesthetic Appeal
The sleek and modern design of the Next LED sign fits seamlessly with the school’s campus, providing a professional and polished look. The high-quality LED displays make the school’s signage stand out, even from a distance, ensuring that it grabs attention.
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Frequently Asked Questions About LED Signs for Schools
How do digital signs help schools improve event attendance
Digital signs boost attendance by highlighting sports events and fundraisers with vibrant photos and videos. By creating a sense of excitement and providing timely reminders, schools see a measurable uptick in community participation.
What are the benefits of real-time messaging for high schools?
Real-time messaging allows for instant updates regarding school closures, emergency alerts, or schedule changes. This ensures that parents and students remain informed and safe, even during unpredictable weather events.
Can an LED sign reduce a school’s administrative costs?
Yes. Digital signs eliminate the time and expense of manually changing static letters or printing new banners for every event. Cloud-based software allows for scheduling messages in advance, significantly reducing maintenance labor.
Help Your School Stay Visible and Connected
If your school needs a better way to share announcements, promote events, and stay visible to students, parents, and the surrounding community, NEXT LED Signs can help. Our outdoor LED signs are built to support schools with clear messaging, reliable performance, and flexible content updates that keep communication current throughout the year. Call 888-359-9412 or visit Contact Us to talk about your project.