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Image, Icon and Color Resources

Image, Icon, and Color Resources

Images, icons, and colors play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience on a school district website. When used effectively, these elements can create a welcoming and professional online presence. However, poor use of imagery and color can result in a cluttered, confusing, or uninviting site that fails to communicate the district's values and strengths, ultimately driving away potential visitors.

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Images

The right imagery can convey the warmth, diversity, and vibrancy of the school community, helping to create an immediate connection with visitors.

 

Free Image Resources:

 

Paid Image Resources:

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Icons

Icons guide users intuitively through the site, enhancing navigation and accessibility.

 

Free Icon Resources:

 

Paid Icon Resources:

  • Font Awesome
    • If you want to download Font Awesome icons, you’ll need a paid account. However, Font Awesome icons are free to use within Smart Sites in certain areas/components.
  • Iconfinder
  • Flaticon

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Colors

Color choices influence the overall tone and readability of the site; they can evoke emotions, establish brand identity, and ensure that the content is engaging and easy to consume.

 

Free Color Contrast Resources:

 

Free Color Palette Resources:

With the exception of Canva, ParentSquare is not affiliated with any of the mentioned resources.

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Get Creative!

Looking to add a real wow factor to your website? Graphics and imagery are powerful tools for making a visual impact, and Canva (FREE for educators!) makes it effortless. Discover how ParentSquare’s collaboration with Canva can help you create stunning visuals, and start designing with Canva today!
 

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