By: Matt Weingarden, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Tilbury Times Reporter
The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has launched the MyLKDSB app, a new tool designed to enhance communication between the board, families, and community partners. The app aims to streamline the delivery of timely and relevant information, ensuring that everyone stays informed and engaged in the school community.
Caress Lee, public relations officer for the LKDSB, explained that the development of the app was inspired by the need for a centralized platform to address communication challenges.
“We recognized the need for a centralized platform that could provide timely and relevant information, ensuring that everyone stays informed and engaged,” Lee said. “By leveraging modern technology, we aim to bridge communication gaps, foster stronger relationships, and create a more connected and supportive educational environment.”
Families can download the app from their device’s app store and set it up to receive notifications from their child’s school. Users can also opt to follow schools their child may attend in the future or schools connected to extended family members. Once registered, families can access features such as real-time notifications about school events, important announcements, and direct communication with teachers and school staff.
“What sets this app apart is its user-friendly interface, customizable notification settings, and the ability to directly communicate with teachers and school staff,” Lee added.
The MyLKDSB app also addresses the growing issue of information overload, a common challenge for families navigating online updates.
“The app allows families to customize their notification preferences, ensuring they only receive updates on topics that matter most to them,” Lee said. “This targeted approach ensures that families receive relevant information without being overwhelmed by unnecessary details.”
Lee highlighted that the app makes it easy for users to prioritize essential updates, such as school closures, event reminders, and program launches. “Through the MyLKDSB app, you can be sure that you are notified about important announcements that directly affect you, your child, and their education,” she said.
Since its launch, the MyLKDSB app has received positive feedback from parents, students, and staff. Users have praised its ease of use and the convenience of real-time updates.
“We are committed to continuously improving the app by actively seeking feedback and suggestions from our users,” Lee said. “Regular updates and new features will be implemented to ensure the app remains a valuable and effective communication tool.”
As a parent in Tilbury, I find the MyLKDSB app incredibly helpful,” said Sarah Kim.
“It’s so convenient to receive real-time updates about my kids’ school and save events directly to my phone calendar. I no longer have to worry about missing important announcements or events—everything is right at my fingertips. The app has really made staying connected much easier.”
The MyLKDSB app integrates seamlessly with the board’s refreshed website, further enhancing accessibility and communication. One feature parents have found particularly useful is the ability to save school events directly to their device’s calendar.
“As a parent, I love that when a school event pops up, I can save it directly to my iPhone,” Lee shared. “If my child has a game after school, I can also send the details to my parents if they’d like to attend.”
The Lambton Kent District School Board is confident that the MyLKDSB app will help foster stronger connections within the school community and provide families with the tools they need to stay informed and engaged.
