Kiddie Academy of Crystal Lake Launches AcademyLink™, an Innovative Parent Communication Portal

Crystal Lake, IL (Grassroots Newswire) 5/23/14– Open communication is a cornerstone of the Kiddie Academy educational child care philosophy.  Now, Kiddie Academy of Crystal Lake parents can stay connected to their child’s activities throughout the day via Kiddie Academy’s innovative new parent communication portal, AcademyLink™, powered by Tadpoles®. This communication portal allows safe and secure information sharing between the academy and parents.

"At Kiddie Academy, we know that nothing is more important to a parent than the security of their children and their children's information," says Gloria Montemayor, franchise owner of Kiddie Academy of Crystal Lake. “Kiddie Academy sets the standards for safety, education and trust. With AcademyLink, our parents can stay connected and see firsthand just why we say Community Begins Here®."

On the forefront of technology, the AcademyLink communication portal includes daily reports, updates about educational achievements and information about daily activities such as meals, snacks, diapering/toileting and more.  Photos and short videos are included to help parents stay in touch with their children throughout the day.  All information captured using this parent portal is considered private communication between the schools and their families. No personal information is shared with any external parties.

“With AcademyLink, Kiddie Academy gives our parents the information they need and want, all while reducing our carbon footprint,” says Montemayor. “Parents don’t have to wait until the end of the day to know how their child’s day is going.  Utilizing mobile technology, we provide real-time visibility, improving communication between Kiddie Academy schools and the parents they serve."

Technology is an integral part of Kiddie Academy's Life Essentials® philosophy.  With the latest learning software and technology integrated into the classroom to make learning engaging and fun, Kiddie Academy of Crystal Lake also uses technology to keep children safe in a secured environment. And now, with AcademyLink, Kiddie Academy is extending its focus on technology to incorporate parent communication throughout the day, providing safe and secure sharing of important information, critical notifications and documentation that helps parents stay connected.

 For more information, call Kiddie Academy at 815.893.6232, be a fan on Facebook or visit www.kiddieacademy.com/crystallake