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SMART Control Signage

Digital signage software for schools

Consolidate communications with SMART Control Signage. The purpose-built digital signage software for schools that turns SMART displays into centrally managed communication hubs.

Centralized communications delivered on one platform.

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One platform to deliver every message to every display

SMART Control Signage is part of the broader SMART Control platform, helping schools manage digital signage, instant messages, and emergency alert notifications from one centralized location.

Digital signage in three simple steps

Purpose-built for schools, SMART Control Signage is the digital signage software that works without dedicated media players, additional hardware, complex installations, or specialized setups.

Log in, upload, and publish.

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Add content: Upload images, videos, PDFs and more from the tools you already use such as Canva, Google Slides, Adobe, PowerPoint and more.

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Build playlists: Organize content into playlists, set the order, and choose how long each announcement stays on screen.

Create playlists for morning announcements, menu, after-school activities, and more.

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Schedule and deploy: Publish content on a predetermined schedule to selected SMART display(s), by school, department, zone, date, and time of the day.

Built for every role. Designed for adoption.

  • SMART Control Signage platform supporting content management across multiple roles and users.

    Built for every role

    Featuring an intuitive UI, no setups and no signage-dedicated hardware, SMART Control Signage is designed for school admins, principals and IT teams alike.

One platform to deliver every message to every display

Send announcements across departments, devices, and schools from a central platform.

  • Hallways
  • Cafeteria
  • Reception
  • Libraries
  • Classrooms
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Hallways

Keep the whole school in the loop

Publish rotating announcements, event reminders, athletics updates, and student recognition to hallway displays. Scheduled in advance and updated across locations from one platform.

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Cafeteria

Serve up daily menus

Upload weekly breakfast and lunch menus, nutrition info, and special event notices. Schedule playlists to run automatically during meal periods without lifting a finger each day.

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Reception

Welcome visitors with the right info

Share welcome messages, bell schedules, visitor instructions, and daily announcements on reception displays. Updated centrally by office staff with no technical setup.

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Libraries

Amplify utility of your multi-use spaces

Display upcoming programs, new arrivals, reading challenges, and school reminders on library screens. Use SMART Boards to teach and to display announcements.

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Classrooms

Extend SMART Boards beyond teaching

Push school announcements, event reminders, and emergency alerts to classroom SMART Boards, turning teaching displays into communication endpoints when needed.

Complement your digital signage software for schools with:

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NX series

SMART's non-interactive offering designed to make digital signage simple.

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RX series

High-performance classrooms built on proprietary tools and OS.

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MX series

Interactivity meets SMART's iQ 4 classroom OS.

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Find the perfect fit for your modern classroom.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is SMART Control Signage?

    SMART Control Signage is the digital signage software for schools that turns SMART displays into centrally managed communication hubs. Schools use it to publish announcements, schedule menu information, share event reminders, and more across classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, receptions, libraries, and common spaces — all from one cloud-based platform, without additional media players or dedicated signage hardware.

  • How is SMART Control Signage different from other digital signage software for schools?

    Unlike standalone signage tools, SMART Control Signage is part of the broader SMART Control platform, so schools manage digital signage, emergency alerts, and instant messaging, from the same place. This makes it one of the few signage content management systems for schools that allows administrators to manage all communications from one location. It is also designed specifically for K-12 environments, purpose-built for SMART Boards, and delivered without extra hardware, apps, or media player requirements.

  • Does SMART Control Signage require additional hardware or media players?

    No. SMART Control Signage runs natively on compatible SMART displays, eliminating the need for separate media players, dedicated signage appliances, or software installations. This makes it a cost-effective content management system for schools that already own or are looking to purchase new SMART Boards and displays.

  • What content can schools publish with SMART Control Signage?

    Schools can publish images, videos, PDFs, URLs, Google Slides, Canva designs, and Adobe content. This flexibility makes SMART Control Signage a practical content management system for schools that need to reuse existing content without adopting a new content creation tool.

  • Which SMART displays are compatible with SMART Control Signage?

    SMART Control Signage is compatible with iQ4-enabled SMART Boards, including MX Series (V5 and newer), RX Series (V1 and newer), QX Pro (V2 and newer), AM60, and the SMART DSN Series (coming soon). GX Plus compatibility is effective September 2026.

  • Can teachers, principals, and office staff use SMART Control Signage — or is it only for IT?

    SMART Control Signage is built for every role. Communications teams, principals, office staff, librarians, and IT admins can all use it thanks to an intuitive interface that is easy to navigate. Additionally, SMART Control Signage requires no complex setup or technical training. This makes it an accessible school signage software where multiple contributors need to publish content across buildings and districts.

  • Does SMART Control Signage include emergency alerts and instant messaging?

    Yes. SMART Control Alerts and instant messaging capabilities are included with compatible iQ4 SMART displays at no additional cost. This means schools can visually display CAP-integrated emergency alerts and send on-demand text or URL-based messages to targeted displays even before upgrading to SMART Control Signage. It's one of the few digital signage software platforms for schools that unifies signage, alerts, and instant messaging in a single interface.

  • How does SMART Control Signage help schools save money?

    By using existing SMART Boards as communication endpoints, schools avoid buying separate signage displays, media players, or dedicated content management software. As digital signage software for schools and SMART Boards, SMART Control Signage maximizes the value of existing display investments and consolidates communication needs into one platform — reducing both hardware costs and software sprawl.

  • Is any signage or communications functionality included with SMART displays?

    Yes. All SMART Boards on iQ4 come with emergency alert integrations and instant messaging included at no additional cost.

    SMART Control Alerts integrates with your CAP alert provider and transforms SMART displays into emergency communication endpoints, so schools can visually broadcast critical information the moment it matters.

    Instant messaging lets designated users send on-demand text- or URL-based messages to selected SMART displays, making it easy to share timely announcements without additional software.

    Together, these built-in capabilities give schools a foundation for centralized communications from day one, with the option to upgrade to SMART Control Signage for advanced digital signage, playlists, scheduling, and content libraries.