BrightArrow + MBA Are Better Together
Unlock Full Communication Power For Your District
BrightArrow provides the software for MBA's report creator and fees, offering integrated solutions that enhance efficiency for schools and districts using MBA reports. Presently, you're utilizing a limited feature set with MBA's Email Only version of BrightArrow. Explore below two upgrade options to enhance your capabilities and extend beyond the confines of limited emailing.
Discover and unlock the potential with a BrightArrow upgrade!
Automation & Integration
Set up triggers (attendance, grades, low lunch balance, fees) so messages go out without manual effort. Reports and templates sync seamlessly with PowerSchool and MBA reports.
Security & Personalization
Protect sensitive information, personalize messages using student-merge fields, and stay compliant with regulations to earn trust from parents and stakeholders while providing reliable communication.
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Reliable Support & Channels
Expect 24x7 technical support, fast email servers, multi-server environments, and robust infrastructure designed to handle high volume—so you can rely on delivery every time.
| Features | MBA Emailing Only | Upgraded BrightArrow Emailing | Full BrightArrow Offering |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embedded into PowerSchool | YES | YES | YES |
| Maximum Report File Size | 5 MB | 50 MB | 50 MB |
| Insert Student Merge Fields in Email Subject and Body | YES | YES | YES |
| Password on the Report Can Be Any Chosen Field or Algorithm | — | YES | YES |
| Password Only (Date of Birth) | YES | — | — |
| Email Transmission Environment | Single Server | Multi Server | Multi Server |
| Send Various Report Types from MBA, PowerSchool Object Reports, and PDF Reports | MBA Only | YES | YES |
| Priority Email Sending | — | YES | YES |
| All Emails Sent Including Reports Visible in PowerSchool Parent Portal | — | YES | YES |
| Use District Email for Sender Authentication with SPF and DKIM | — | YES | YES |
| Translate Email Text Into Home Language | — | YES | YES |
| Distribute All Email Communications From a Single Source | — | YES | YES |
| 24×7 Technical Support | — | YES | YES |
| Email Templates Featuring Custom Header and Footer | — | YES | YES |
| Complete School/Districtwide Communications Tool | — | — | YES |
| Trigger Specified Alerts such as Attendance, Low Grades, or Low Lunch Balances, etc. | — | — | YES |
| Translate and Send Voice Calls, Text Messages, and Emails using Home Language | — | — | YES |
| Attendance Hotline To Report Absences | — | — | YES (Add’l Charge) |
| Two-Way Chat | — | — | YES |
| SafeCast Emergency Alerts | — | — | YES (Add’l Charge) |
| * Full BrightArrow Offering only available in the US/Canada. | |||
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K-12 Communications is BrightArrow's Specialty
The partnership between BrightArrow and MBA is a true game changer because it brings together two powerful platforms to create one seamless communication experience for schools. MBA's trusted student information and reporting system combined with BrightArrow's advanced multi-channel messaging delivers a complete solution that saves time, increases efficiency, and strengthens family engagement.
Why Schools Love the Full BrightArrow Offering
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Reach everyone in your
community using multiple
channels all in one platform. -
Reduce duplication and save time
by managing messages, templates,
and reports from a single dashboard. -
Engage parents and staff
more consistently
and meaningfully. -
Get critical messages out fast when
things like emergencies, attendance
issues, or schedule changes happen.
Activate More Channels and Richer Communication
Upgrading unlocks the power to communicate beyond email—activating text, voice, and emergency alerts for a richer, more dynamic connection with families. With multiple channels at your fingertips, you can reach parents and staff in the way that works best for them.
Ready to see the difference?
Take the leap beyond "email only." Discover what your school or district can accomplish with the full BrightArrow upgrade—higher capacity, more tools, and better engagement. Request a demo and explore the power of MBA + BrightArrow. Want to compare side-by-side with your current system? Let us show you.