Glossary
This glossary explains common terms used throughout Hischool.
Understanding these terms will help you navigate the platform more effectively.
Account
Section titled “Account”A personal identity used to access Hischool.
Your account includes:
- Profile
- Messages
- Schools you join or create
- Settings
- Connections with other users
See:
→ Create an Account
A visual indicator displayed on a user profile that represents verification, roles, or achievements.
Badges help identify trusted users or special roles.
See:
→ Badges
Conversation
Section titled “Conversation”A messaging space where users communicate with each other.
Conversations may include:
- Direct Messages (DM)
- Group Conversations
- Saved Notes
See:
→ Messages
Direct Message (DM)
Section titled “Direct Message (DM)”A private conversation between two users.
Direct messages are visible only to the participants in the conversation.
See:
→ Start a New Conversation
Display Name
Section titled “Display Name”The name displayed publicly on your profile and in conversations.
Display names may vary depending on the school context.
For example, you may use a different display name in different schools.
A collaborative space inside a school where members communicate, share information, and organize activities.
Groups may represent:
- Courses
- Project teams
- Departments
- Discussion spaces
See:
→ Create a Group
The main page displayed after signing in.
Home provides quick access to:
- Recent or unread conversations
- Schools you joined
- Schools you created
See:
→ Home
Mention
Section titled “Mention”A way to notify a user in a message using @username.
Mentions help draw attention to a specific user in a conversation.
See:
→ Mention Users
Profile
Section titled “Profile”A user’s public identity within Hischool.
Profiles may include:
- Profile image
- Bio or description
- Badges
- Shared schools
- Connections
See:
→ Profile
A permission level assigned to users inside a school.
Roles determine what actions a user can perform.
Examples include:
- Owner
- Administrator
- Moderator
- Member
See:
→ Roles & Permissions
School
Section titled “School”A collaborative learning space where members communicate, organize groups, and participate in activities.
Schools may represent:
- Educational institutions
- Training programs
- Learning communities
- Organizations
See:
→ Create a School
School Owner
Section titled “School Owner”The primary administrator of a school.
The School Owner typically has the highest level of authority and can:
- Manage roles and permissions
- Configure school settings
- Transfer ownership
- Delete the school
See:
→ Ownership Transfer
Status / Presence
Section titled “Status / Presence”Indicates a user’s availability on the platform.
Common statuses include:
- Online
- Offline
- Away
- Do Not Disturb
See:
→ Status and Presence
A section within a page used to organize related information.
Examples include profile tabs such as:
- Friends
- Groups
- Schools
See:
→ Profile Tabs
Verification
Section titled “Verification”A process used to confirm that a user or school is authentic.
Verified accounts or schools display a special badge.
Verification helps improve trust and credibility.
Workspace Context
Section titled “Workspace Context”The environment where content is viewed, such as:
- Inside a specific school
- Inside a group
- In direct messages
Some information and permissions may change depending on the current context.
Saved Notes
Section titled “Saved Notes”A private conversation where users can send messages to themselves.
Saved Notes can be used for:
- Personal reminders
- Draft messages
- Storing links or notes
See:
→ Saved Notes
Mutual Connections
Section titled “Mutual Connections”Shared relationships between users.
Examples include:
- Mutual friends
- Shared groups
- Shared schools
These help users understand how they are connected.
Notification
Section titled “Notification”An alert informing you about activity on the platform.
Notifications may include:
- New messages
- Mentions
- Friend requests
- School invitations
See:
→ Notification Preferences
Moderator
Section titled “Moderator”A user with permissions to manage conversations or members within a school or group.
Moderators may be able to:
- Remove messages
- Manage members
- Enforce school policies
Administrator
Section titled “Administrator”A user with elevated permissions to manage a school.
Administrators may:
- Manage members
- Configure settings
- Assist with moderation
- Manage groups and categories
School Policy
Section titled “School Policy”Rules defined by a school, community or organization that affect:
- Member behavior
- Communication standards
- Permissions and visibility
- Governance decisions
See:
→ School Policies
Need More Help?
Section titled “Need More Help?”If you encounter unfamiliar terms, explore related guides throughout the Help Center.