Using Hischool
After signing in, Hischool provides a structured interface that helps you manage schools, collaborate in groups, communicate with others, and participate in learning activities.
This section explains the main areas of the platform and how they work together.
Main Navigation
Section titled “Main Navigation”After logging in, the primary navigation includes:
- Home
- Schools & Groups
- Messages
- Friends
- Find
- Profile
- Apps
Each section supports a different part of your daily workflow.
The Home page gives you a high-level overview of:
- Recent activity
- Unread conversations
- Your schools
- Quick actions such as Create or Join
Home is your central starting point inside Hischool.
Learn more:
→ Home Overview
Schools & Groups
Section titled “Schools & Groups”The Schools & Groups section allows you to:
- View all schools you own or have joined
- Navigate between schools
- Access groups inside each school
- Manage your participation
Schools are the core workspace in Hischool, and groups organize collaboration within schools.
Learn more:
→ Schools & Groups Guide
Messages
Section titled “Messages”The Messages section allows you to:
- Send direct messages
- Participate in group conversations
- Manage conversations
- View unread messages
- Search and filter discussions
Learn more:
→ Messages Guide
Friends
Section titled “Friends”The Friends section helps you:
- Connect with other users
- Send or accept friend requests
- Manage your connections
- Block or report users if necessary
Learn more:
→ Friends
The Find section is a powerful search tool available to all signed-in users.
It allows you to quickly search and navigate across content that is connected to you, including:
- Schools you have joined
- Groups inside your schools
- Friends and connections
- Direct messages and conversations
Find helps you locate information instantly without manually browsing through multiple sections.
What You Can Do with Find
Section titled “What You Can Do with Find”- Search by name or keyword
- Jump directly to a school or group
- Open a conversation instantly
- Access a user profile
- Perform quick actions on related objects
Find is designed to improve speed and productivity, especially if you are part of multiple schools or active conversations.
Learn more:
→ Find and Search
Profile
Section titled “Profile”Your Profile page allows you to:
- View and edit your personal information
- Update your status
- Manage visibility settings
- Review your activity and badges
Learn more:
→ Profile Guide
The Apps section enables you to:
- Access integrated applications
- Use embedded tools inside your schools
- Manage app permissions (depending on your role)
Learn more:
→ Using Apps
How Everything Works Together
Section titled “How Everything Works Together”- Schools are your main workspace.
- Groups organize collaboration inside schools.
- Messages support communication.
- Home keeps you updated.
- Friends manage personal connections.
- Apps extend functionality.
Together, these features create a structured collaborative learning environment.
Tips for Efficient Usage
Section titled “Tips for Efficient Usage”- Check the Home page regularly for new activity.
- Organize your schools and groups clearly.
- Use search and filters to manage large conversations.
- Keep your profile updated.
- Review your notifications to stay informed.